Man United To Meet Man City In Manchester Derby FA Cup Final – Who Are You Rooting For?

 Manchester United have secured their spot in the FA Cup final against Manchester City after winning a nerve-wracking semi-final clash against Brighton on penalties.

The stage is set for an epic Manchester derby FA Cup final as Manchester United and Manchester City are set to battle it out at Wembley.

It’s the first time that the two rivals will meet in an FA Cup final, making it a highly anticipated match for football fans around the world.

It was a grueling 120-minute goalless affair that had fans on the edge of their seats, with the game ultimately being decided from the spot.

United kept their cool and sealed a 7-6 victory in the shootout, with Victor Lindelof scoring the winner after Solly March missed his effort and sent the ball well over the crossbar.

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David de Gea deserves a standing ovation for his stellar performance in goal, making a number of key saves to keep Brighton at bay before the shoot-out.

The Spanish goalkeeper responded in style after a harrowing night against Sevilla just three days ago, proving once again why he is considered one of the best in the business.

Manchester United will be looking to add another trophy to their collection this season and deny Manchester City a potential treble.

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Erik ten Hag’s side will return to Wembley on 3 June, hoping to claim their second piece of silverware of the season after already securing the Carabao Cup.

The first half of the match was quiet, with Alexis Mac Allister testing de Gea early on with a free kick from the edge of the box.

United seemed to be struggling, perhaps still reeling from their Europa League exit on Thursday, but found their feet as the half wore on.

Bruno Fernandes had his side’s best effort, but it was just wide of Robert Sanchez’s post. Brighton goalkeeper Sanchez also hacked away Christian Eriksen’s scuffed effort late in the half.

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Brighton started the second half in control, pinning United back with Julio Enciso almost scoring a wonder strike that was palmed away by de Gea.

United soaked up the pressure until the hour mark before responding, with Antony finding some space down the right but failing to trouble the Brighton goalkeeper.

While the second half was livelier, there was a lack of cutting edge and incisive final ball from both sides. Brighton missed the focal point of Evan Ferguson, who was ruled out through injury, and Anthony Martial failed to make an impression on the game.

Brighton failed to punish United, with Danny Welbeck bursting in at the back post unmarked but heading his effort over the bar.

With extra-time looming, de Gea was called into action again, getting down to his left to deny Solly March and pouncing to collect the loose ball with Pascal Gross lurking.

Jadon Sancho and Marcel Sabitzer were both introduced off the bench and almost combined to give United a breakthrough, but the Austrian’s effort was just wide.

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Rashford was twice denied in extra time by Sanchez, who produced a string of saves to keep the game goalless.

It all came down to penalties, and United held their nerve to set up the first-ever Manchester derby in an FA Cup final.

Both teams have had impressive runs to the final, with Manchester United beating Burnley, Liverpool, and Brighton to secure their spot. Meanwhile, Manchester City overcame Swansea City, Everton, and Arsenal to reach the final.

The two teams have already faced each other twice this season, with Manchester City emerging victorious in both matches. However, the FA Cup final is a whole different ball game, and anything can happen on the day.

As fans gear up for the highly anticipated clash, the big question is: who are you rooting for?

Are you supporting Manchester United and their impressive attacking line-up, led by the likes of Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford? Or are you backing Manchester City, who are currently second on the Premier League table and boast a strong defence?

No matter who you’re supporting, one thing is for sure – this will be a match for the history books. So, get ready to witness some top-quality football as Manchester United and Manchester City go head-to-head in the Manchester Derby FA Cup final.

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