Did you lose because of me… Manchester United's 2001 freshman tearful tears, stunned by slumping after failing to shoot-out
Mar 03, 2025
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Manchester United, led by head coach Ruben Amorim, bowed their heads after a close shootout at home in the fifth round (the round of 16) of the 2024-2025 FA Cup against Fulham at Old Trafford in Manchester, England on the 3rd (Korea time). The two teams drew 1-1 until overtime. United were eliminated with a 3-4 defeat in the shootout. The defeat ended Manchester United's journey, which is ranked second in the FA Cup with the most wins.
Manchester United have not worked out as hell. He attempted 20 shots against Fulham on the day. He also recorded nine shots on target. However, he scored only one goal.
Manchester United was dragged away by giving up the first goal in the extra time of the first half. Fulham's Calvin Bash shook the net with his head from the left side of the goal area. United, which finished 0-1 in the first half, equalized Diogo Dalot's cross in the 26th minute of the second half with Bruno Fernandes' left-footed non-stop shot near the front left of the penalty area. The game led to extra time. However, neither team scored the winning goal. In the end, the victory or defeat was decided in the penalty shootout. The two teams continued parallel lines, with kickers 1 to 3 side by side tasting the goal. However, Manchester United's No. 4 kicker, Viktor Lindelof, and No. 5 kicker Zirkjay were blocked by the goalkeeper one after another. United fell to their knees 3-4 in the shootout.
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According to the media, fans said 'Zirkjay had a heartbreaking performance. United are looking for the right striker', 'Zirkjay cried after the penalty shootout miss. He was the only player who created opportunities.
Meanwhile, Djirkjay joined United this season. He scored three goals and one assist in 27 matches in the English Premier League (EPL). However, Manchester United remains in 14th place with 9 wins, 6 draws and 12 losses (33 points) in 27 league games. In addition to the FA Cup, they were eliminated in the quarterfinals of the Carabao Cup.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
