Manchester United reached the fourth round of the FA Cup by defeating third-tier host Wigan Athletic 2-0 on Monday.
United, the runner-up in the last edition of the competition, began the year 2024 with a victory that did not carry much sparkle for its fans, after the conclusion of the men of Dutch coach Eric Ten Hag last year was five defeats, a draw, and an orphan victory last December…
It is the first victory for the “Red Devils” away from home since last November.
At DW Stadium, Wigan overcame the trap, as its attackers wasted many opportunities, while the crossbar took care of Danish Rasmus Hoylund’s header (29) and Argentine Alejandro Garnacho’s ball (40).
United ended the first half ahead with a goal by Portuguese defender Diogo Dalot from a through ball (22), and waited until the second half to double the score from a penalty kick that was obtained and successfully translated by Dalot’s compatriot, Bruno Fernandes (74).
United will face the winner of Newport in the fourth tier and Eastleigh in the fifth tier in the fourth round.
The draw, which was held on Monday, resulted in two fiery confrontations between defending champion Manchester City and Tottenham, and Chelsea and Aston Villa.