Manchester United secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Wigan in the third round of the FA Cup.
Under manager Erik ten Hag, the Red Devils eased the mounting pressure with an impressive performance at the DW Stadium on Monday.
While the focus may have been on Manchester United’s FA Cup triumph, around the world Juventus were celebrating a remarkable win against Salernitana. But attention quickly shifted to FA Cup action, where Diogo Dalot’s first-half strike and a controversial penalty converted by Bruno Fernandes sealed United’s win.
United dominated the match, Dalot’s skilful strike finding the back of the net after a pinpoint assist from Marcus Rashford. Despite several missed opportunities, United’s attacking flair was evident throughout the game. Rasmus Hojlund’s powerful header rattled the crossbar and Alejandro Garnach’s attempt hit the woodwork.
While Wigan tried to challenge the visitors, they struggled to create significant threats. United goalkeeper Andre Onana was tested early in the game but kept his composure. As the game wore on, United tightened up, controlling the pace and creating several chances.
The key moment came when Fernandes capitalized on a controversial penalty decision and calmly converted it to secure United’s place in the next round. Despite Wigan’s disappointment, United’s resilience and clinical finish ensured victory.
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Manager Erik ten Hag expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance and stressed the importance of securing victory in the knockout tournament. He stressed the need to stay focused and praised the team’s ability to keep their composure throughout the game.
United’s FA Cup triumph presents a crucial chance to save the season with a shot at silverware, providing a glimmer of hope amid their struggles in the Premier League and European competitions. Looking ahead, the team looks to carry this positive momentum into the upcoming Premier League fixture against Tottenham, looking to close the gap and fight for a coveted top four finish.
