The defending champions Manchester United have been eliminated from the FA Cup by Fulham on penalties.
Impressive goalkeeper Bernd Leno saved two spotkicks as the visitors defeated the Red Devils after their FA Cup last-16 tie had ended 1-1.
After each side had scored three spot-kicks, Victor Lindelof's poor attempt was saved by former Arsenal stopper Leno, before Joshua Zirkzee's similarly feeble effort was also palmed away.
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But the Cottagers had to do it the hard way, with Nigerian international Calvin Bassey giving them the lead just before the break, Standard reports.
The defender was left unmarked in the danger area as he headed home from a set piece in the first minute of first half stoppage time.
In the second half, Amorim introduced young stars Alejandro Garnacho and Chido Obi Martin to inject pace into the lineup, leading to a brilliant equalizer from Bruno Fernandes in the 71st minute.
United levelled the game through a smart finish from under-fire skipper Bruno Fernandes but had Andre Onana to thank for taking them as far as a shootout, before his opposite number stole the show.
Nevertheless, despite squandered opportunities and crucial stops by Fulham's goalkeeper Bernd Leno, the match ultimately hinged on a penalty shootout.
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Leno proved crucial for Fulham’s progression, saving Victor Lindelof’s 4th penalty and then denying Joshua Zirkzee’s decisive 5th penalty, sending Fulham through to the FA Cup quarterfinals.
It ended 4-3 after a penalty shootout as Fulham go through to the quarterfinal.
Man Utd to relaunch bid for Osimhen
Legit.ng earlier reported that Manchester United are set to make another attempt to sign the embattled Nappoli striker Victor Osimhen in the summer transfer window.
The Old Trafford outfit had previously made a bid for the 26-year-old during the January window, but the move did not materialise.
However, they are now determined to secure his signature by offering a player-plus-cash deal.
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