Antony faced criticism and was labeled as “shameless” following Manchester United’s dramatic victory over Coventry City in the FA Cup semi-finals. The match on Sunday initially seemed to be going in Manchester United’s favor as they took a commanding 3-0 lead against Coventry City at Wembley Stadium, appearing to secure a spot in the FA Cup final for the second consecutive year.
However, against all expectations, Coventry City staged a remarkable comeback, turning the tide of the game and forcing it into overtime. Ellis Simms’ equalizer just 19 minutes before halftime signaled a shift in momentum, followed by Callum O’Hare’s deflected shot that narrowed the lead to just one goal, igniting hope among Coventry’s supporters.
The climax of the comeback came when Haji Wright successfully converted a controversial penalty deep into injury time, leveling the score and sending the game into extra time, much to the astonishment of fans and pundits alike. The atmosphere at Wembley Stadium was electrifying as Coventry City’s spirited display captured the imagination of football enthusiasts.
The drama continued in extra time when Mark Robins’ team believed they had completed one of the greatest comebacks in FA Cup history with Victor Torp’s goal in the 121st minute, only for VAR to rule it out for a slight offside infringement, leading to disappointment and frustration among Coventry’s players and fans.
The match eventually reached a decisive stage with a penalty shootout, where Manchester United emerged victorious with a 4-2 win, despite Casemiro missing his team’s initial penalty attempt. Andre Onana’s crucial save from Callum O’Hare and Ben Sheaf’s miss over the crossbar added to the tension.
The defining moment came when Rasmus Hojlund successfully converted United’s final penalty, securing their place in the FA Cup final against Manchester City. Despite the intense competition and emotions running high, most of United’s players exhibited sportsmanship by promptly consoling their dejected opponents after Hojlund’s decisive penalty found the back of the net, showcasing a display of respect and fair play amid the competitive environment of professional football.
