Manchester City defeated local rivals Manchester United 2-1 in the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium on Saturday to edge one step closer to securing a historic treble. The last team to win the treble was Manchester United in 1999.

City captain Ilkay Gundogan handed his team a dream start, scoring the fastest-ever goal in the FA Cup final after just 12 seconds of play. While Man City continued to dominate proceedings throughout the first half, Man Utd drew level courtesy of a Bruno Fernandes penalty in the 33rd minute of play.

Just seven minutes into the second half, Gundogan restored City’s lead, scoring from yet another well-timed volley. Despite a flurry of attacks by Man Utd near the death, City held on to secure their second trophy of the season, having wrapped up the Premier League title just over two weeks ago.

Now with two titles under their belt, Pep Guardiola’s squad will look to complete the treble as they face Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League final next Saturday.

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Manchester United clawed their way back from a goal down to defeat Fulham 3-1 in their FA Cup quarterfinal tie at Old Trafford on Sunday night, thereby securing their spot in the semifinals where they’ll face Brighton & Hove Albion.

Fulham appeared to be in the driving seat during early proceedings, with the team gaining a valuable lead when Aleksandar Mitrovic scored five minutes into the second half. On the 70th-minute mark, however, the away team capitulated in one moment of madness.

Willian was shown a red card when he blocked a shot in the box from Bruno Fernandes with his hand. Mitrovic proceeded to dispute the decision, receiving a red card as well after he physically pushed the referee. Manager Marco Silva was sent off as well due to his own outburst regarding the penalty decision.

Bruno Fernandes successfully converted the penalty, with Luke Shaw providing the assist as Marcel Sabitzer handed Man Utd the lead two minutes later. It was six minutes into stoppage time when Fernandes put the final nail in Fulham’s coffin, handing a third goal to the home side.

Man Utd and Bright face off on April 22, with Manchester City and Sheffield United playing in the other semifinal at the same time.

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EFL Championship club Sheffield United defeated league rivals Blackburn Rovers to book their place in the semifinals of the FA Cup. They are set to face six-time champions Manchester City, who thumped Championship league leaders Burnley 6-0

While Ben Brereton Díaz put Blackburn in the lead with a 21st-minute penalty, an own goal by Sam Gallagher seven minutes later put Sheffield back in the contest.

Rovers restored their lead in the second half courtesy of a 60th-minute Sammie Szmodics strike, however, Sheffield forward Oliver McBurnie produced a moment of magic in the 81st minute when he dribbled two defenders on the edge of the box to draw level.

With the game looking certain to go to extra time, Tommy Doyle fired a shot from about 25 yards into the top corner of the goal to seal a 91st-minute winner for Sheffield.

Sheffield’s FA Cup journey began against Millwall in the 3rd round, whom they defeated 2-0 to set up a 4th round clash with Wrexham. After going down to 10 men, United was unexpectedly held to a 3-3 draw, however, they managed to win the replay 3-1 to progress to the fifth round. In what was arguably their performance of the season, Sheffield United shocked Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur by defeating them 1-0.

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Manchester City and Watford have punched their tickets to the FA Cup final after triumphing in the semi-finals over the weekend.

Man City was the first team to qualify after a 1-0 win over Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday night at Wembley.

City didn’t turn in one of its best performances, but a 4th minute Gabriel Jesus goal was enough to propel them to the next round. Brighton came close on a few occasions to knotting up the score in the second half, but they were unable to break through.

Manchester City will look to win its first FA Cup final since 2011 against Watford, which won a thriller against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Sunday.

Wolves started off strong in their matchup against Watford, taking a 0-1 lead with a 36th-minute goal. They doubled their lead when Raul Jiménez scored in the 62nd minute.

However, Watford orchestrated an incredible comeback.

Gerard Deulofeu scored in the 79th minute to bring Watford within a goal, and then a penalty was whistled against Wolves in stoppage time. Troy Deeney converted to send the game to extra time, where Deulofeu scored again to send Watford to the final.

Watford will attempt to make history and win their first FA Cup in the final against Man City on May 18th.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s Manchester United side continued its impressive recent run with a 0-2 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Monday night.

This win advances Manchester United to the quarter-final round of the FA Cup, England´s annual domestic knockout tournament.

Chelsea was frustrated by the solidity of Manchester United all night. Despite retaining posession of the ball for 67% of the match, the Red Devils frustrated the London side and prevented them from generating many clear goal opportunities.

Manchester United jumped out to a 0-1 lead with an Ander Herrera goal in the 31st minute of the match. They were able to double their lead to 0-2 when star midfielder Paul Pogba scored a goal in the final minute before halftime.

Man U stayed solid defensively and cruised to a 0-2 victory after keeping Chelsea out of the net in the second half. Their win propels them to the quarterfinals of the FA Cup, where they will face Wolverhampton.

Chelsea’s disappointing home defeat has generated speculation about manger Maurizio Sarri´s job security with the Blues. Reports have indicated that this could be the final straw in a disappointing season for Chelsea. They could make a managerial change after Monday night´s loss.

Man U will return to action in the Premier League at home against Liverpool on Sunday, while Chelsea hosts Malmo FC in Europa League action on Thursday night.

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Manchester City defeated local rivals Manchester United 2-1 in the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium on Saturday to edge one step closer to securing a historic treble. The last team to win the treble was Manchester United in 1999.

City captain Ilkay Gundogan handed his team a dream start, scoring the fastest-ever goal in the FA Cup final after just 12 seconds of play. While Man City continued to dominate proceedings throughout the first half, Man Utd drew level courtesy of a Bruno Fernandes penalty in the 33rd minute of play.

Just seven minutes into the second half, Gundogan restored City’s lead, scoring from yet another well-timed volley. Despite a flurry of attacks by Man Utd near the death, City held on to secure their second trophy of the season, having wrapped up the Premier League title just over two weeks ago.

Now with two titles under their belt, Pep Guardiola’s squad will look to complete the treble as they face Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League final next Saturday.

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Manchester United clawed their way back from a goal down to defeat Fulham 3-1 in their FA Cup quarterfinal tie at Old Trafford on Sunday night, thereby securing their spot in the semifinals where they’ll face Brighton & Hove Albion.

Fulham appeared to be in the driving seat during early proceedings, with the team gaining a valuable lead when Aleksandar Mitrovic scored five minutes into the second half. On the 70th-minute mark, however, the away team capitulated in one moment of madness.

Willian was shown a red card when he blocked a shot in the box from Bruno Fernandes with his hand. Mitrovic proceeded to dispute the decision, receiving a red card as well after he physically pushed the referee. Manager Marco Silva was sent off as well due to his own outburst regarding the penalty decision.

Bruno Fernandes successfully converted the penalty, with Luke Shaw providing the assist as Marcel Sabitzer handed Man Utd the lead two minutes later. It was six minutes into stoppage time when Fernandes put the final nail in Fulham’s coffin, handing a third goal to the home side.

Man Utd and Bright face off on April 22, with Manchester City and Sheffield United playing in the other semifinal at the same time.

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EFL Championship club Sheffield United defeated league rivals Blackburn Rovers to book their place in the semifinals of the FA Cup. They are set to face six-time champions Manchester City, who thumped Championship league leaders Burnley 6-0

While Ben Brereton Díaz put Blackburn in the lead with a 21st-minute penalty, an own goal by Sam Gallagher seven minutes later put Sheffield back in the contest.

Rovers restored their lead in the second half courtesy of a 60th-minute Sammie Szmodics strike, however, Sheffield forward Oliver McBurnie produced a moment of magic in the 81st minute when he dribbled two defenders on the edge of the box to draw level.

With the game looking certain to go to extra time, Tommy Doyle fired a shot from about 25 yards into the top corner of the goal to seal a 91st-minute winner for Sheffield.

Sheffield’s FA Cup journey began against Millwall in the 3rd round, whom they defeated 2-0 to set up a 4th round clash with Wrexham. After going down to 10 men, United was unexpectedly held to a 3-3 draw, however, they managed to win the replay 3-1 to progress to the fifth round. In what was arguably their performance of the season, Sheffield United shocked Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur by defeating them 1-0.

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Manchester City and Watford have punched their tickets to the FA Cup final after triumphing in the semi-finals over the weekend.

Man City was the first team to qualify after a 1-0 win over Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday night at Wembley.

City didn’t turn in one of its best performances, but a 4th minute Gabriel Jesus goal was enough to propel them to the next round. Brighton came close on a few occasions to knotting up the score in the second half, but they were unable to break through.

Manchester City will look to win its first FA Cup final since 2011 against Watford, which won a thriller against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Sunday.

Wolves started off strong in their matchup against Watford, taking a 0-1 lead with a 36th-minute goal. They doubled their lead when Raul Jiménez scored in the 62nd minute.

However, Watford orchestrated an incredible comeback.

Gerard Deulofeu scored in the 79th minute to bring Watford within a goal, and then a penalty was whistled against Wolves in stoppage time. Troy Deeney converted to send the game to extra time, where Deulofeu scored again to send Watford to the final.

Watford will attempt to make history and win their first FA Cup in the final against Man City on May 18th.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s Manchester United side continued its impressive recent run with a 0-2 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Monday night.

This win advances Manchester United to the quarter-final round of the FA Cup, England´s annual domestic knockout tournament.

Chelsea was frustrated by the solidity of Manchester United all night. Despite retaining posession of the ball for 67% of the match, the Red Devils frustrated the London side and prevented them from generating many clear goal opportunities.

Manchester United jumped out to a 0-1 lead with an Ander Herrera goal in the 31st minute of the match. They were able to double their lead to 0-2 when star midfielder Paul Pogba scored a goal in the final minute before halftime.

Man U stayed solid defensively and cruised to a 0-2 victory after keeping Chelsea out of the net in the second half. Their win propels them to the quarterfinals of the FA Cup, where they will face Wolverhampton.

Chelsea’s disappointing home defeat has generated speculation about manger Maurizio Sarri´s job security with the Blues. Reports have indicated that this could be the final straw in a disappointing season for Chelsea. They could make a managerial change after Monday night´s loss.

Man U will return to action in the Premier League at home against Liverpool on Sunday, while Chelsea hosts Malmo FC in Europa League action on Thursday night.

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