Manchester United's FA Cup run ended in a penalty shootout loss to Fulham at Old Trafford. The quarter-final draw saw Fulham host Crystal Palace, Preston North End play Aston Villa, Bournemouth face Manchester City, and Brighton meet the winner of Nottingham Forest vs Ipswich Town.
In a dramatic turn of events at Old Trafford, Manchester United was eliminated from the FA Cup after losing in a penalty shootout to Fulham. The match, which ended 1-1 after regulation time, saw United's struggles continue, much to the frustration of their fans. With a poor run of form already plaguing their season, this defeat further dampened their hopes of securing silverware this year. Fulham, having triumphed in the shootout, now prepares to host Crystal Palace at Craven Cottage in the quarter-finals.
The draw for the FA Cup quarter-finals has now been completed, setting the stage for exciting matchups. In addition to the Fulham vs. Crystal Palace tie, Preston North End will take on Aston Villa, and Bournemouth will host Manchester City. The other quarter-final clash will see Brighton face the winner of the tie between Nottingham Forest and Ipswich Town. These matchups are sure to provide thrilling encounters as teams battle for a spot in the semi-finals. With Manchester United’s departure from the tournament, it’s anyone’s game to lift the prestigious cup this season.
Full FA Cup Quarter-Final Draw:
- Fulham vs Crystal Palace
- Preston North End vs Aston Villa
- Bournemouth vs Manchester City
- Brighton vs Nottingham Forest/Ipswich Town
