FA Cup round-up: Chelsea edge Man Utd, Arsenal progress tempered by injury scare
Published on Monday, 23 February 2026 at 5:45 am
Chelsea needed extra-time to see off Manchester United in a pulsating FA Cup tie, with substitute Maika Girma striking the decisive blow to send the Blues into the quarter-finals. After United’s Awujo forced an additional 30 minutes with a late equaliser, Girma reacted quickest to poke home the winner and ensure Chelsea edged a dramatic contest.
The result maintains Chelsea’s recent dominance over United in knockout football, as United once again found themselves haunted by striker Sam Kerr, whose influence proved pivotal in the Blues taking a late lead in regulation time.
Arsenal also booked their place in the last eight, overcoming their opponents despite an early scare when Olivia Smith was carried off on a stretcher following a clash of heads. The incident tempered celebrations for Jonas Eidevall’s side, although goals and standout performances from Alessia Russo, Emily Fox and Chloe Kelly ultimately sealed a comfortable victory.
Manchester City completed the day’s progression, easing past Sheffield United to secure their own quarter-final berth.
With the competition now down to eight teams, Chelsea’s resilience, Arsenal’s depth and City’s momentum set the stage for a compelling conclusion to this season’s FA Cup.
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Source: eurosport_com
