FA Cup 2024: Did you watch United v Liverpool?
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Seven goals, extra time and a late red card - the FA Cup quarter-final between Manchester United and Liverpool was very dramatic.
Man United fans danced away from Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon after their team forced a determined Liverpool into extra time, and then scored a last minute winner, setting up a semi-final against Coventry at Wembley.
The match, which ended 4-3, was described as "a thriller" and "a classic", so let's take you through how it all played out.
Ten minutes into the first half, Man United midfielder Scott McTominay tapped in a rebound to take his side 1-0 up.
The hosts held on to the lead for most of the first half but Alexis Mac Allister equalised for Liverpool, three minutes before Mo Salah made it 2-1.
After the second half got going, Liverpool looked the better side but Anthony's late equaliser sent the game to extra time.
Liverpool youngster Harvey Elliot gave the visitors the lead again but it didn't last long. United's Marcus Rashford drew his side level, taking the score to 3-3.
The winning goal was scored by Man United substitute Amad Diallo who celebrated wildly with his fans.
However, Diallo, who had already picked up a yellow card earlier in the game, was shown a second yellow for removing his shirt and was sent off mid-celebrations.
It didn't dampen the Old Trafford spirits, with some fans on social media saying the atmosphere in the ground was the best it had been in years.
Did you watch the game? If so what did you think of the match? Who do you think will win the FA Cup this year? Which is your favourite team or player? Let us know in the comments.
United's win means they will now play Championship side Coventry in the semi-final at Wembley Stadium on the weekend of 20-21 April.
The draw means that Manchester City will face Premier League rivals Chelsea on the same weekend.
This will be Coventry's first FA Cup semi-final since they won the competition back in 1987.
It is extra pressure for their manager Mark Robins, as he used to play for Manchester United, helping them win the FA Cup in 1990.
United last lifted the FA Cup in 2016, and have won a whopping 12 times.
Manchester City, who won the trophy last season, will have to overcome Chelsea, who have reached five of the last seven FA Cup finals.
So who do you want to win the FA Cup and why? Let us know in the comments below!
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