Arsenal 1-1 Man Utd (3-5 pens): Altay Bayindir saves from Kai Havertz in penalty shoot-out as 10-player FA Cup holders progress | Football News

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Arsenal 1-1 Man Utd (3-5 pens): Altay Bayindir saves from Kai Havertz in penalty shoot-out as 10-player FA Cup holders progress | Football News

Altay Bayindir emerged as the penalty shoot-out hero in a thrilling match where a 10-player Manchester United overcame Arsenal to advance to the FA Cup fourth round, setting up a clash with Leicester.

The United goalkeeper made a crucial save from Kai Havertz in the shoot-out, sealing a 5-3 victory from the spot after the game ended 1-1 in extra time at the Emirates.

Havertz, who had a difficult game missing key chances, failed to convert his penalty, allowing Joshua Zirkzee to score the deciding spot-kick and celebrate United’s triumph with the fans after struggling with his own form in front of goal.

Kai Havertz is consoled after missing a penalty in Arsenal's shootout loss to Manchester United

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Kai Havertz is consoled after missing a penalty in Arsenal’s shoot-out loss to Manchester United

Despite playing with 10 men after Diogo Dalot’s red card, United held off Arsenal, with Bayindir saving Martin Odegaard’s contentious penalty and the team later declaring “Justice” on their social media.

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This victory marks a significant achievement for United under manager Ruben Amorim, following recent wins against Manchester City and Liverpool. Their upcoming match against Leicester is scheduled between February 7 and February 10.

Meanwhile, Arsenal faces questions about their attacking prowess and the need for a new striker after recent disappointments in the Carabao Cup and FA Cup. The team must regroup for a crucial North London derby against Tottenham to keep their Premier League hopes alive.

The penalty shoot-out

  • Bruno Fernandes – Scored

  • Martin Odegaard – Scored

  • Amad Diallo – Scored

  • Kai Havertz – Penalty saved

  • Leny Yoro – Scored

  • Declan Rice – Scored

  • Lisandro Martinez – Scored

  • Thomas Partey – Scored

  • Joshua Zirkzee – Scored

How the drama played out…

The match was filled with drama and controversy from start to finish.

Arsenal was left frustrated when Gabriel Martinelli’s goal was disallowed in the first half due to offside, a decision that sparked debate among fans and pundits alike. Their bad luck continued as Gabriel Jesus was stretchered off after a challenge with Fernandes, adding to their frustrations. Amorim’s influence seemed to be paying off as the team showed progress, especially when they fought hard with 10 players to secure a victory. The resilience and determination displayed made the win even more satisfying. Arteta, on the other hand, expressed frustration at not winning the game and praised his players for their efforts. He emphasized the need to capitalize on scoring opportunities and showed appreciation for his team’s performance. Amorim highlighted the team’s improvement and spirit, particularly in difficult situations like playing with a numerical disadvantage. The connection with the fans and the ability to control the game in key moments were signs of progress for the team. Overall, both managers acknowledged the challenges and positives from the match, setting the stage for future improvements.

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