Manchester United’s defender Harry Maguire has named ONE teammate who truly deserved Man of the Match award against Leicester City.
In a thrilling FA Cup fourth-round showdown at Old Trafford, Manchester United secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Leicester City, with Harry Maguire delivering a stoppage-time header to seal the win. The goal, which could be considered one of the standout moments of the season, sparked controversy as replays suggested an offside position, though the absence of VAR meant no review was possible.
Leicester City drew first blood, demonstrating their intent to upset the hosts. United struggled to find their rhythm in the first half, lacking a single shot on target. Their breakthrough finally came in the second half, with Joshua Zirkzee stepping up to level the score after capitalizing on a rebound, a moment that significantly shifted the game’s momentum.
With the match seemingly headed for extra time, Maguire rose to the occasion in stoppage time, meeting a cross with a powerful header to clinch the victory. However, Leicester’s camp was left frustrated, particularly their manager, Ruud van Nistelrooy, who voiced his displeasure over the offside controversy, implying that the result was determined by refereeing decisions rather than the run of play.
Despite being the hero of the night, Maguire was quick to divert attention to Zirkzee, praising the young forward’s impact and calling him the real standout performer. His remarks highlighted the strong sense of team spirit within the squad, reinforcing the belief that collective effort remains key to United’s progress.
The victory, though hard-fought, provided a much-needed morale boost for Manchester United, who have struggled at home this season. With their FA Cup journey still alive, the team will be hoping that such resilience and camaraderie can propel them toward silverware in the months ahead.
