Manchester United Beat Rival Manchester City to Win The FA Cup Trophy

Manchester United has won the FA Cup final against their rival Manchester City, in a stunning game that saw the Red Devils emerge victorious with a 2-1 scoreline. The match took place at Wembley Stadium on May 25, 2024, marking the second year in a row that the same fixture has been played in the final, a repeat of last year’s FA Cup final where Manchester City beat Manchester United 2-1 to complete the second part of their treble.

The game started off in United’s favor, with goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo putting Erik ten Hag’s team in control by halftime. Garnacho opened the scoring in the 30th minute after mistakes from City defender Josko Gvardiol and goalkeeper Stefan Ortega. Mainoo then added a second goal in the 39th minute, sparking passionate celebrations from manager Ten Hag, whose job was under intense scrutiny going into the final.

City, fresh from winning the Premier League for the fourth season on the trot, were unable to mount a successful comeback. Despite a late goal from substitute Jeremy Doku, which set up a nervy finish, United managed to hold on to their lead and secure the victory. This win marks United’s 13th FA Cup title, a significant achievement for a team that finished eighth in the Premier League this season, the lowest ranked side to play in the FA Cup final since Arsenal beat Chelsea in 2020.

This victory also marks a turning point for United under Erik ten Hag, as it is the first trophy he has won with the club since joining. The win is a testament to the team’s resilience and determination, especially considering the intense pressure they were under due to their poor league performance and speculation about Ten Hag’s future.

In a post-match interview, Ten Hag expressed his relief and joy at the win, stating, “This is a special moment for the club and for the fans. We came into this game with a lot of pressure, but the players showed great character and determination. This win is a testament to their hard work and dedication.”

The win also means that Manchester United will qualify for the Europa League next season, salvaging something from a season that has been largely disappointing for the club.