Manchester United staged a comeback to defeat Leicester City 2-1 in the FA Cup fourth round at Old Trafford on Friday, with Harry Maguire’s dramatic stoppage-time header sealing the victory.
The match seemed destined for extra time until Maguire, a former Leicester player, rose highest to meet Bruno Fernandes’ perfectly delivered 93rd-minute free kick, nodding home the winner just before the final whistle.
The victory marked only United’s third win in their last eight home games across all competitions, providing a much-needed boost for Erik ten Hag’s side.
Leicester Strike First, United Respond Late
Manchester United struggled in the first half, and Leicester City took full advantage in the 42nd minute. Wilfred Ndidi’s powerful shot was parried by Andre Onana, but Bobby De Cordova-Reid reacted quickest, heading in the rebound from close range to give the visitors a deserved lead.
United found their equalizer in the 68th minute, thanks to substitute Joshua Zirkzee.
Rasmus Højlund’s initial effort was blocked by Leicester defender Caleb Okoli, and the ball fell kindly for Zirkzee, who tapped home just three minutes after coming off the bench.
With the game seemingly heading into extra time, Fernandes’ pinpoint free kick in the dying moments set up Maguire, whose header sparked wild celebrations at Old Trafford, securing United’s place in the next round.
Manchester United staged a comeback to defeat Leicester City 2-1 in the FA Cup fourth round at Old Trafford on Friday, with Harry Maguire’s dramatic stoppage-time header sealing the victory.
The match seemed destined for extra time until Maguire, a former Leicester player, rose highest to meet Bruno Fernandes’ perfectly delivered 93rd-minute free kick, nodding home the winner just before the final whistle.
The victory marked only United’s third win in their last eight home games across all competitions, providing a much-needed boost for Erik ten Hag’s side.
Leicester Strike First, United Respond Late
Manchester United struggled in the first half, and Leicester City took full advantage in the 42nd minute.
Wilfred Ndidi’s powerful shot was parried by Andre Onana, but Bobby De Cordova-Reid reacted quickest, heading in the rebound from close range to give the visitors a deserved lead.
United found their equalizer in the 68th minute, thanks to substitute Joshua Zirkzee.
Rasmus Højlund’s initial effort was blocked by Leicester defender Caleb Okoli, and the ball fell kindly for Zirkzee, who tapped home just three minutes after coming off the bench.
With the game seemingly heading into extra time, Fernandes’ pinpoint free kick in the dying moments set up Maguire, whose header sparked wild celebrations at Old Trafford, securing United’s place in the next round.
