In one of the most dramatic FA Cup encounters in recent memory, Manchester United secured a sensational 4-3 victory over arch-rivals Liverpool after extra time, with substitute Amad Diallo writing his name into club folklore with a stunning last-minute winner.
Seven-Goal Thriller at the Theatre of Dreams
The match had everything football fans could wish for - end-to-end action, spectacular goals, and a nail-biting conclusion that kept everyone on the edge of their seats. Scott McTominay opened the scoring for the Red Devils early on, before Liverpool fought back to take a 2-1 lead through Alexis Mac Allister and Mohamed Salah before halftime.
United showed tremendous character in the second half, with Antony netting a crucial equaliser to force the game into extra time. The drama intensified when Harvey Elliott put Liverpool ahead once more, only for Marcus Rashford to level the scoreline again, setting the stage for Diallo's unforgettable moment.
Diallo's Fairytale Finish
The Ivorian winger, who had entered the fray as a second-half substitute, became the hero in the 121st minute, finishing a blistering counter-attack to send Old Trafford into raptures. The celebration that followed saw Diallo receive a second yellow card for removing his shirt, but the young star couldn't contain his emotions after scoring what he later described as "the most important goal of my career."
"When I saw the ball hit the net, I couldn't believe it," Diallo told reporters post-match. "This is why we play football - for moments like this. To score against Liverpool in the FA Cup at Old Trafford is a dream come true."
Ten Hag's Tactical Masterstroke
United manager Erik ten Hag praised his team's resilience and character after the match. "We showed today what Manchester United is all about - never giving up, fighting until the final whistle. This victory could be a defining moment in our season."
The Dutch manager also had special praise for his match-winner: "Amad has been working incredibly hard in training, and today he got his reward. He showed tremendous composure in that decisive moment."
The victory keeps United's hopes of silverware alive and sets up an FA Cup semi-final clash at Wembley, providing a much-needed boost to a season that has seen its fair share of challenges for the Red Devils.
