First, the start was strong, and the Red Devils' three-goal lead showed domineering
In the early hours of the morning Beijing time, the FA Cup semi-final was lit between Manchester United and Coventry. Manchester United showed a strong attacking desire and excellent combination in the first half, and showed their determination to win the title with a three-goal lead. Soon after the start of the game, Manchester United created a threat through clever combination. Diogo Dalot cleverly crossed the ball in the box and McTominay scrambled to head home the winner's door. The goal not only showcased Manchester United's attacking prowess, but also boosted the team's morale. Manchester United then continued their attacking rhythm with the linking of Fernandes and Harry Maguire to extend the score to 2-0. Towards the end of the first half, B Fei scored a goal with his individual ability to set the score at 3-0. Manchester United's strong start has given fans hope of progressing to the final and laid a solid foundation for the upcoming fixtures.
Second, the situation changed suddenly in the second half, and Coventry fought back stubbornly
However, the beauty of the game of football lies in its unpredictability. Heading into the second half, Coventry City gradually found their rhythm and began to launch fierce counter-attacks. In the face of onslaught from their opponents, United's defence began to loosen and the players looked a little flustered. Ten Hag made changes to his squad in order to maintain the lead, but it didn't seem to have the desired effect. Coventry City took advantage of a corner kick and Tavares assisted Simms' header to make it 1-3. The goal sent Manchester United from the joy of leading to the point deficit and was a huge morale boost for Coventry. After that, Coventry City were more aggressive in scrambling and attacking in an attempt to close the gap even further. United's defence looked stretched under the onslaught of their opponents, and in the 79th minute, O'Harley's long-range strike made it 2-3. Coventry's stubborn counter-attack revived the suspense of the game and made the mood of the fans fluctuate.
Third, the final stage was shocked, and the regular time shook hands and made peace
Just when fans thought Manchester United would win the game on a safe footing, the game took a dramatic turn. In the 95th minute, Aaron Wan-Bissaka was fouled for handball in the box and gave Coventry a penalty. Wright calmly hit the penalty to tie the score at 3-3. The equaliser left Manchester United's players and fans in disbelief, who could hardly believe that they had been beaten by a late equaliser in a situation where they had led by three goals. Wright's goal not only saved the fortunes of the Coventry City team, but also filled the whole game with suspense again. After the draw, the emotions of the players on both sides were extremely high. The Manchester United players clearly couldn't accept the result and they tried hard all but couldn't claim the win. The Coventry City players were ecstatic, showing their tenacity and unyielding spirit in the face of adversity.
Fourth, there were offensive and defensive exchanges in overtime, and the Red Devils' defense line was tested
With the two sides unable to separate the winner in regulation time, the match went into extra time. In extra time, players from both sides showed tenacious fighting spirit and excellent technical and tactical skills. They kept trying to score and couldn't do it. Manchester United's defence withstood a heavy onslaught from Coventry City in extra-time. With their excellent defensive awareness and coordination ability, the players successfully withstood the opponent's multiple attacks. Manchester United's attack was equally exciting, with Fernandes hitting the crossbar with a volley from the edge of the box, leaving fans sighing. Players from both sides went back and forth in overtime, attacking and defending each other, but neither could change the score. After 30 minutes of fierce competition, extra time ended in a draw. Both players did their best, but neither was able to find the back of the net in extra-time. Ultimately, they need to decide the outcome through a penalty shootout.
Fifth, the penalty shootout decided the winner, and the Red Devils advanced thrillingly
In the penalty shootout, the atmosphere was tense to the extreme. Every shot on goal can make the difference between winning and losing the whole game, so both sides are extra cautious. Manchester United's Casemiro missed the penalty first, putting a lot of pressure on the team. However, in the following rounds, the United players gradually found their form. Marcus Rashford, Fred, Lisandro and Fernandes all hit the spot-kicks, while Coventry's penalty was missed at a crucial moment. In the crucial fifth round, Hojlen scored a solid goal to help United eliminate Coventry City 7-5 on aggregate. Manchester United's players cheered after the penalty shoot-out as they struggled to qualify for the FA Cup final. This match was not only a victory for them, but also a valuable experience. They showed tenacious fighting spirit and excellent technical and tactical skills, and were fully prepared for the next final.
Sixth, the Red Devils will meet Manchester City, and the Red Devils are looking forward to revenge in the final
After reaching the FA Cup final, Manchester United will face another Premier League giant, Manchester City. This final will undoubtedly be an exciting matchup, with both teams boasting a strong one