Ten Hag Wins Manchester United 13th FA Cup Trophy

Erik ten Hag led Manchester United to a remarkable FA Cup victory over their rivals Manchester City on May 25, 2024, clinching the trophy for the 13th time in the club’s history. The win came amid speculation about ten Hag’s future at the club, with reports suggesting that he might be sacked regardless of the result. However, the victory has potentially given the Dutch manager a lifeline, demonstrating his ability to inspire his team to a significant win against a strong opponent.

The match, which took place at Wembley Stadium, saw Manchester United emerge victorious with a 2-1 scoreline. Goals from academy graduates Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo were crucial in securing the win for the Red Devils. The first goal came in the 30th minute when Garnacho capitalized on a mix-up in the City defense. Mainoo then doubled the lead nine minutes later, finishing off a well-worked team move. City managed to pull one back late in the game through a strike from substitute Jeremy Doku, but United held on to claim the trophy.

The victory not only secured United’s place in next season’s Europa League but also made them the second-most successful team in FA Cup history, just one trophy behind Arsenal. It was also a significant moment for ten Hag, who became the first manager to beat Pep Guardiola’s City in a domestic cup final since he took charge in 2016.