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Joshua Zirkzee: The hero of the Red Devils

Manchester United‘s Joshua Zirkzee came out as a hero to win them the 3rd round. They defeated Arsenal in their backyard.

A MATCH WHICH HAD EVERYTHING

The FA Cup third round had everything. Controversies and dramas filled the match. Manchester United survived nearly. With a one-man disadvantage, they turned the tables against them.

Manchester United won the match with immense bravery. Arsenal’s dirty gameplay cost them a huge loss. United came back in action after Bruno scored a spectacular goal in the first half. Even after having a man down, they managed to show their dominance.

The match took a quick turn after the first goal in the second half. Diogo Dalot getting sent off was a shocker for United. So, the free-kick was awarded. So, Arsenal drew level at 1-1.

Man United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir stepped up. He punched the free kick straight into the air. A volley was attempted after it entered the net from Gabriel.

Chaos occurred after Harry Maguire was caught in misjudgment. Kai Havertz’s fake fall erupted rage in the United squad. A fight erupted between the two giants. Many players were booked for that.

THE REDEMPTION OF JOSHUA ZIRKZEE

United held on to force extra time but De Ligt denied a Leandro Trossard tap-in. Zirkzee forced a fine save from Raya moments into the second half of extra time. The match then extended to the penalty shootout.

Havertz’s horrendous performance affected Mikel Arteta. Even after the scoreline, it was not enough for them. Moreover, Zirkzee had a moment of redemption after stepping up in the penalty.

FA Cup titleholders United drew in their last match to show their worth in the competition. They have shown that they can make it all worth it.

United manager Ruben Amorim now has a mission. United’s betterment, of course. This win has surely had a huge impact on the Portuguese manager for their target in silverware.

Their next round will be against Leicester City will surely boosted further. So, the reunion with their former boss Ruud van Nistelroy. A winnable tie would take United to the next round.

Mikel Arteta, on the other hand, has failed yet again. So, their target of winning trophies is still in failure. Therefore, Arsenal needs to win yet one of the major trophies to stay relevant. Their last silverware was when it came in 2020.

The match was judged on penalties at last. Joshua Zirkzee was the man after a disappointing start at their home ground. The Dutch arrived last summer in a deal of €40 million.

This fifth penalty was the game-changer moment for United. A win to snatch against all odds to win against the Gunners has motivated United fans.

AUTHOR’S OPINION

It can be said that Manchester United has done a great job. So, this is probably a better performance of the Red Devils in their journey.

United has to make sure to prove a more worthy squad in their upcoming fixtures. Whereas, Arsenal needs to make sure of sacking Arteta. So, the Gunners will have to appoint a new head for a new mentality if they want to win titles.

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