Harry Maguire was reduced to a watching brief on Sunday as Manchester United booked a place in the FA Cup final on June 3.
A cagey semi-final against an intelligent Brighton side at points resembled a chess match, with two tacticians in Erik ten Hag and Roberto De Zerbi constantly trying to get the better of one another. That all went out the window when 120 minutes were up, Victor Lindelof firing home the winning penalty after Solly March fired high and wide.
It was far from vintage for a United side who conceded possession and looked to pounce quickly when gaps opened up. But credit must be given for keeping at bay a Seagulls outfit who have averaged almost two goals a game in the league this season, particularly with the personnel at hand.
