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Maguire’s Late Heroics: From Booed to Cheered in 90 Minutes!

Relive the drama as Harry Maguire heads Manchester United into the FA Cup fifth round with a controversial last-minute winner!

In a thrilling encounter at Old Trafford, Manchester United turned the tables on a lackluster first half to secure a 2-1 victory over Leicester City in the fourth round of the FA Cup. The match started with Leicester’s Bobby De Cordova-Reid stunning the home crowd by scoring just before halftime, leaving the United faithful in disbelief. However, the second half saw a rejuvenated United side, as they dug deep to find their rhythm and mount a comeback. Unleashing their famed attacking blitz, United fans cheered as the team turned the momentum around dramatically.

Harry Maguire, under considerable scrutiny for his recent form, became the unlikely hero as he steered a powerful header past the Leicester goalkeeper in stoppage time. This late strike not only sent the stadium into a frenzy but also silenced the doubts critics had raised about his contributions on the pitch. Ironically, it was against his former club, adding an extra layer of excitement to his match-winning performance. Manager Ruben Amorim’s pep talk has evidently worked wonders as the players responded well under pressure.

Leicester City’s manager Ruud van Nistelrooy had every reason to feel frustrated after the match, as he commented on the painfully close nature of the defeat, suggesting his side was beaten not during ‘Fergie time’, known for late comebacks, but rather during the contentious ‘offside time’. His words left fans pondering the fairy tale that was almost written for the Foxes, as they fought bravely but were undone by a last-minute twist!

As Manchester United advance to the FA Cup fifth round, this victory stands as a testament to the club's fighting spirit and resilience. Exciting football and unexpected turns define the beauty of the sport, and today’s match was no exception. Did you know that Manchester United has won the FA Cup a record 12 times? In contrast, Leicester City only has one FA Cup trophy to their name, achieved just last season in 2021! With this gripping victory, could United be on their way to reclaiming the cup once again? Stay tuned!