Manchester United secured a 3-1 win over West Ham to progress to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup. The night began with United parading the League Cup on the pitch, and Alejandro Garnacho scored the winning goal in stoppage time....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
United had recovered from 1-0 down in each month of the calendar year, showing their resilience. However, United risked hubris, delaying the kick-off time due to individual recognition at FIFA’s annual awards.
The team’s imbalance was also highlighted, with too many right-footed defenders compromising the balance. In the first half, United failed to play to the whistle, allowing West Ham to score.
The match was a comedown from the deafening din against Barcelona last week, and Tyrell Malacia moved into midfield, sparking a seamless transition from their own third into West Ham’s.
The United defense was further exposed, and Scott McTominay was cautioned for a cynical trip and later substituted. Despite some questionable calls, Erik ten Hag’s game management was decisive, and United’s trio of regulars eventually restored normality. The United faithful sang “We’re on the march with Ten Hag’s army” as they approached the tunnel.
United face Fulham at home in the quarter finals of the FA CUP!.
