Manchester United Newport FA Cup fifth round survive scare

Manchester United survives huge FA Cup fright to win 4-2 at Newport after Welsh minnows level, securing a last-16 date.

Manchester United had a thrilling match in the FA Cup, narrowly winning 4-2 against Newport after the Welsh team managed to level the game despite being two goals down. The match started with Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo scoring for United, making it seem like they were on their way to an easy victory. However, Newport surprised everyone by equalizing with goals from Bryn Morris and Will Evans, despite the significant gap in the clubs' standings.

This unexpected turn of events put United's season in jeopardy, but they managed to secure their spot in the fifth round with goals from Antony and Rasmus Hojlund. The game was highly anticipated, with just over 9,000 fans in attendance, and Newport's recent success in cup competitions made it clear that they would not go down without a fight.

The absence of Marcus Rashford and the debut of goalkeeper Altay Bayindir added to the drama of the match, with United's lineup featuring several key players returning from injury. On the other hand, Newport stuck with the same lineup that had brought them success in previous matches, with the added storyline of former farmer Evans, a United supporter, playing against his favorite team.

Fernandes and Mainoo's early goals seemed to set the tone for the match, but Newport's resilience and Morris' thunderous strike brought them back into the game. Evans' equalizer early in the second half added to the tension, making it difficult to tell which team was the Premier League side. However, United managed to regain the lead with a goal from Antony, and Hojlund sealed the win with a late goal.

The match was a true testament to the magic of the FA Cup, with Newport proving that they were a force to be reckoned with despite the odds being stacked against them. United's narrow victory showcased the unpredictable nature of cup competitions and the excitement they bring to the world of football.