Manchester United secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Liverpool in the FA Cup quarterfinals, with Amad's stoppage-time goal in extra time sealing their spot in the semifinals. The dramatic match saw both teams exchanging leads, with Scott McTominay, Antony, and Marcus Rashford scoring for United, while Alexis Mac Allister, Mohamed Salah, and Harvey Elliott found the net for Liverpool.
In the semifinals, Manchester United will face second-tier Coventry, while defending champions Manchester City are set to play against Chelsea, who defeated Leicester 4-2 in their quarterfinal clash. The semifinal matches are scheduled to take place at Wembley Stadium.
Chelsea avenged their 2021 FA Cup final defeat to Leicester with a late comeback, securing a 4-2 victory. Goals from Marc Cucurella and Cole Palmer put Chelsea ahead, but Leicester fought back with goals from Axel Disasi and Stephy Mavididi. However, late strikes from Carney Chukwuemeka and Noni Madueke ensured Chelsea's victory and a spot in the semifinals.
In the Premier League, Nicolo Zaniolo's goal for Aston Villa in their 1-1 draw against West Ham could prove crucial in the race for a Champions League spot. Villa, currently in fourth place, moved three points clear of fifth-place Tottenham, with sixth-place Manchester United trailing by nine points with a game in hand.
The battle for a potential extra Champions League spot for English teams adds further intrigue to the Premier League standings, with the race for the top four heating up as the season progresses.
