Manchester United narrowly avoided an FA Cup upset against League Two Newport County, overcoming a two-goal lead setback.<\/p>\n
Despite Marcus Rashford being omitted from the squad due to what manager Erik ten Hag referred to as an “internal matter,” Bruno Fernandes and 18-year-old midfielder Kobbie Mainoo had initially given United a 2-0 advantage within the first 13 minutes.<\/p>\n
However, missed opportunities to extend their lead allowed Newport to mount a comeback, as Bryn Morris and Will Evans scored around half-time, bringing the underdogs within striking distance of a significant upset.<\/p>\n
United eventually steadied themselves, with Anthony’s 68th-minute goal and Hojlund’s injury-time finish securing their place in the fifth round. This win sets up a potential clash with either Bristol City or Nottingham Forest and preserves United’s last remaining hope for a trophy this season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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