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    Man Utd 1 Chelsea 3 LIVE REACTION: Giroud and Mount profit from De Gea howlers as Blues through to FA Cup final

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    Mason Mount scores after an absolute howler from David De Gea.n
    📺 @BBCOne & @BBCiPlayer📻 @BBCSounds📱 https://t.co/2AvZE401Ms#bbcfootball #MUNCHE pic.twitter.com/2tt8utzssTn
    — Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) July 19, 2020n
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    PRESSURE MOUNTING

    Let’s have a look at that nightmare moment for David de Gea earlier, as Mason Mount’s weak shot squirmed past him for 2-0.

    https://twitter.com/BBCMOTD/status/1284921335353925633 “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595186872,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:27 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307238″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307238″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    LAMPARD SPEAKSnn
    The Chelsea boss told BT Sport on Manchester United’s three-at-the-back: “I was surprised that they matched us up.”nn
    He then continued: “I could go through the whole team, very proud.nn
    “Sometimes a bit of edge around the place isn’t the worst.nn
    “It’s easy to say that when you’ve won, but it’s been like that.”n”,”raw”:”
    LAMPARD SPEAKS

    The Chelsea boss told BT Sport on Manchester United’s three-at-the-back: “I was surprised that they matched us up.”

    He then continued: “I could go through the whole team, very proud.

    “Sometimes a bit of edge around the place isn’t the worst.

    “It’s easy to say that when you’ve won, but it’s been like that.”

    “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595186517,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:21 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307234″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307234″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MOUNTING A CHALLENGEnn
    Mason Mount speaks to BT Sport following the match.nn
    He said: “I always want to score goals create assists.nn
    “It hasn’t happened in a while but you’re always looking to effect the game in different areas.”n”,”raw”:”
    MOUNTING A CHALLENGE

    Mason Mount speaks to BT Sport following the match.

    He said: “I always want to score goals create assists.

    “It hasn’t happened in a while but you’re always looking to effect the game in different areas.””},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595186385,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:19 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307232″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307232″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3 n
    ON AVERAGE…nn
    Both sides opted to field back threes… but Chelsea utilised their system much more effectively.nn
    This Opta graphic illustrates the Blues’ wing-backs being able to push up higher.nn
    n”,”raw”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3
    ON AVERAGE…

    Both sides opted to field back threes… but Chelsea utilised their system much more effectively.

    This Opta graphic illustrates the Blues’ wing-backs being able to push up higher.

    “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595186249,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:17 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307230″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307230″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3n
    IN POSSESSIONnn
    Manchester United may have edged the possession, but they struggled to land significant blows on the Blues!nn
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    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3
    IN POSSESSION

    Manchester United may have edged the possession, but they struggled to land significant blows on the Blues!

    “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185993,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:13 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307227″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307227″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3 n
    GIROUD SPEAKS TO BT SPORTnn
    “We are very happy with the performance today said: “It’s gonna be so special personally for menn
    “We are very happy with the performance today.”n”,”raw”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3
    GIROUD SPEAKS TO BT SPORT

    “We are very happy with the performance today said: “It’s gonna be so special personally for me

    “We are very happy with the performance today.””},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185878,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:11 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307226″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307226″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    On a day in which both managers reverted to a back three, it was three’n’easy in the end for Frank Lampard and Chelsea as they sailed through to the FA Cup final.nn
    From the moment that Olivier Giroud gave the Blues the lead on the stroke of half-time, it never seemed in doubt.nn
    A David de Gea nightmare certainly assisted the West Londoners, but in the end it was a deservedly comfortable win for Chelsea, despite a late Bruno Fernandes penalty.nn
    They will face Arsenal under the arch on August 1.nn
    n”,”raw”:”
    FULL TIME: MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    On a day in which both managers reverted to a back three, it was three’n’easy in the end for Frank Lampard and Chelsea as they sailed through to the FA Cup final.

    From the moment that Olivier Giroud gave the Blues the lead on the stroke of half-time, it never seemed in doubt.

    A David de Gea nightmare certainly assisted the West Londoners, but in the end it was a deservedly comfortable win for Chelsea, despite a late Bruno Fernandes penalty.

    They will face Arsenal under the arch on August 1.

    “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185677,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:07 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307225″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307225″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    90+6′ Hudson-Odoi embarks on a mazy dribble, and manufactures a decent shooting opportunity!nn
    But the youngster fires over the crossbar.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    90+6′ Hudson-Odoi embarks on a mazy dribble, and manufactures a decent shooting opportunity!

    But the youngster fires over the crossbar.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185537,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:05 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307224″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307224″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    90+5′ Jorginho bursts forward, before poking the ball to Pedro on the edge of the box.nn
    The Spaniard slips it to Alonso… who whacks a cross straight out for a throw-in…n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    90+5′ Jorginho bursts forward, before poking the ball to Pedro on the edge of the box.

    The Spaniard slips it to Alonso… who whacks a cross straight out for a throw-in…”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185482,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:04 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307223″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307223″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    90+3′ And STILL United are can’t muster anything coherent.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    90+3′ And STILL United are can’t muster anything coherent.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185373,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:02 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307222″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307222″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    90+1′ Pedro replaces Mason Mount for stoppage time.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    90+1′ Pedro replaces Mason Mount for stoppage time.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185222,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:00 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307221″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307221″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    90′ Pogba is adjudged to have fouled Alonso while running down the right-flank, and is visibly frustrated at the decision.nn
    Six minutes added on at Wembley.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    90′ Pogba is adjudged to have fouled Alonso while running down the right-flank, and is visibly frustrated at the decision.

    Six minutes added on at Wembley.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185205,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”8:00 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307220″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307220″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    89′ Fernandes stabs a ball over the top towards Odion Ighalo… but Willy Caballero is out quickly to defy his years and steer the ball to safety.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    89′ Fernandes stabs a ball over the top towards Odion Ighalo… but Willy Caballero is out quickly to defy his years and steer the ball to safety.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185124,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”7:58 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307219″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307219″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    88′ Despite the goal, United are still struggling to muster anything coherent.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    88′ Despite the goal, United are still struggling to muster anything coherent.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595185058,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”7:57 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307218″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307218″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3nn
    86′ Fernandes take a hop, skip and a jump – and tucks the ball past Willy Caballero!nn
    They couldn’t, could they?nn
    Kovacic is replaced by Ruben Loftus-Cheek in the aftermath of the goal.n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 1 CHELSEA 3

    86′ Fernandes take a hop, skip and a jump – and tucks the ball past Willy Caballero!

    They couldn’t, could they?

    Kovacic is replaced by Ruben Loftus-Cheek in the aftermath of the goal.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595184943,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”7:55 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307216″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307216″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    GOAL!!! FERNANDES CONVERTS THE PENALTY!n”,”raw”:”
    GOAL!!! FERNANDES CONVERTS THE PENALTY!

    “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595184898,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”7:54 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”307215″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12160614″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-etienne-fermie bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-307215″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    MAN UTD 0 CHELSEA 3nn
    85′ Callum Hudson-Odoi trips fellow sub Anthony Martial as the latter lined up a shot!nn
    Bruno Fernandes steps up…n”,”raw”:”
    MAN UTD 0 CHELSEA 3

    85′ Callum Hudson-Odoi trips fellow sub Anthony Martial as the latter lined up a shot!

    Bruno Fernandes steps up…”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1595184872,”date_formatted”:”19th July 2020″,”time_formatted”:”7:54 pm”},”author”:”Etienne Fermie”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0efb5f33798df983a4f3282b4f9df0c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}}]},”pageMeta”:{“activeCarouselIndex”:0,”articleId”:12160614,”articleMountId”:”main-content”,”section”:{“slug”:”football”,”id”:339,”sectionName”:”sport/football”,”type”:”UNKNOWN”,”theme”:”theme-football”},”spotId”:”sp_5v3VPY0c”,”pushlyKey”:”KtL4100XTLLEgUtYDKtO1stRdc1XNxnLUb5i”,”commentsAllowed”:true,”pageType”:”article”,”isSection”:false,”pageTags”:[“FA Cup”,”Sport Live Blogs”,”Chelsea”,”Manchester United”],”renderedArticleId”:12160614,”sharingEnabled”:true,”socialHeadline”:”Man Utd vs Chelsea LIVE: Follow all the latest updates from huge FA Cup semi final at Wembley”,”socialSharingServices”:[“twitter”,”facebook”],”urlAbsolute”:”https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/12160614/man-utd-chelsea-live-score-stream-free-tv-watch-fa-cup-online-de-gea/”,”cssManifest”:{“adsDesktop.css”:”/assets/client/adsDesktop.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”adsMobile.css”:”/assets/client/adsMobile.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”article.css”:”/assets/client/article.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”articleSocial.css”:”/assets/client/articleSocial.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”boxout.css”:”/assets/client/boxout.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”brightcoveDesktop.css”:”/assets/client/brightcoveDesktop.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”brightcoveMobile.css”:”/assets/client/brightcoveMobile.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”comments.css”:”/assets/client/comments.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”core.css”:”/assets/client/core.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”coreMobile.css”:”/assets/client/coreMobile.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”customiser.css”:”/assets/client/customiser.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”liveblog.css”:”/assets/client/liveblog.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”oembed.css”:”/assets/client/oembed.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”opta.css”:”/assets/client/opta.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”page-404.css”:”/assets/client/page-404.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”pagination.css”:”/assets/client/pagination.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”rails.css”:”/assets/client/rails.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”,”section.css”:”/assets/client/section.5b294c87896f0fc2c437.1.css”},”cssBundles”:[{“src”:”article.css”,”lazy”:false},{“src”:”articleSocial.css”,”lazy”:false},{“src”:”liveblog.css”,”lazy”:false},{“src”:”adsDesktop.css”,”lazy”:false},{“src”:”comments.css”,”lazy”:true},{“src”:”opta.css”,”lazy”:false}],”siteContext”:{“site”:”sun”,”lang”:”en-gb”,”articleDateFormat”:”D MMM YYYY,H:mm”,”timezone”:”Europe/London”,”sourcepoint”:{“enabled”:true,”accountId”:”259″,”siteId”:”5048″,”mmsDomain”:”https://cmp.thesun.co.uk”,”privacyManagerId”:”5d9f9b096ea62d2769efe589″},”isProd”:true},”site”:”sun”,”isProd”:true},”siteLinks”:{“help”:”https://help.thesun.co.uk”,”login”:”https://login.thesun.co.uk”,”profile”:”https://home.thesun.co.uk”},”articleTeaser”:[{“content”:{“kicker”:”LOU BEAUTY”,”headline”:”Leeds presenter Emma Louise Jones set to dazzle Premier League after promotion”,”lead”:”PITCH-SIDE interviewer has proved a huge hit at Elland Road since stepping in front of the camera three years ago.”,”url”:”https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/5794566/leeds-promotion-emma-louise-jones-premier-league/”},”theme”:”theme-sport”},{“content”:{“kicker”:”NOT AGAIN”,”headline”:”Furious Man Utd fans say De Gea is ‘finished’ after two massive blunders”,”lead”:”DAVID DE GEA has become the target of furious Manchester United fans once again after TWO horror mistakes against Chelsea. 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    FA CUP LIVE

    Live Blog

    Etienne Fermie

    19 Jul 2020, 21:50
    Updated: 19 Jul 2020, 21:52

    CHELSEA are through to the FA Cup final after a superb performance against Man Utd at Wembley.
    David De Gea had a day to forget between the sticks, making costly errors as Olivier Giroud and Mason Mount netted either side of half-time.
    Harry Maguire put through his own goal to cap a miserable day for United, although Bruno Fernandes grabbed a late consolation from the spot.
    Final score: Man Utd 1-3 Chelsea (Bruno Fernandes pen 85′; Giroud 45′, Mount 47′, Maguire OG 74′)
    Follow all the latest reaction from Wembley with our live blog below…

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    Furious Man Utd fans say David De Gea is ‘finished’ after two massive howlers help Chelsea reach FA Cup final

    DAVID DE GEA has become the target of furious Manchester United fans again after TWO horror mistakes against Chelsea.
    The Spaniard, once arguably the best goalkeeper in world football, has suffered from a shocking loss of form in the last couple of years.

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    David De Gea made TWO horror errors against Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-finalCredit: Reuters

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    Man Utd fans were not impresed by the latest De Gea Horror showCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
    He was at his very worst at Wembley on Saturday, directly responsible for two Chelsea goals in the FA Cup semi-final.
    United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer did not hold back with his assessment of De Gea, saying the keeper should have saved the second shot “100 times out of 100.”
    The Norwegian told BBC Sport: “I can’t speak for David De Gea’s confidence but he is mentally very strong.
    “He knows he should save that one 100 times out of 100 but that’s football for you. I made the decision to play him and mentally he was ready for it.

    “You know Olivier Giroud’s movement, you know he goes to the near post and we should defend that better.
    We are a little too late in those situations and the second goal was very avoidable.”

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    Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will face questions over De Gea’s future with Dean Henderson impressing out on loanCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
    Deep in first-half stoppage time – following a long break because of Eric Bailly’s head injury – De Gea was caught unawares by Olivier Giroud.
    The French striker turned in a Cesar Azpilicueta cross to the near post that wiggled right through the goalkeeper.

    Then, just a minute after the second half started, De Gea produced an even worse howler when he failed to stop Mason Mount’s shot.
    Mount – scoring his first goal in 26 games – intercepted a shocking Brandon Williams pass before striking from outside the box.
    Although it was reasonably well hit along the ground, it was a save one would expect a Sunday league goalkeeper to make.

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    Olivier Giroud opened the scoring after his near-post flick squeezed through the keeperCredit: EPA
    Speaking on BBC Sport, during the drinks break, Alan Shearer said: “De Gea should do better there.
    “It’s a huge error, he really should be saving that.”
    Phil Neville added the second mistake was “horrendous”.
    Neville, who won six Premier League titles, three FA Cups and the Champions League with United, later said: “He’s unrecognisable from the player who won four player of the year [awards] in five years.
    “He keeps making mistakes. You look at the three goals today, I think a confident, on form, assured De Gea saves all three.
    “If I was Ole Gunnar Solskjaer I would be worried because his performance levels have dipped and he’s inconsistent now.
    “I wouldn’t leave him out [Solskjaer] already stated that Dean Henderson will be a future United No1, but at the moment he will stick with De Gea.
    “His credentials are still up there with the best in the world but at the moment he’s just lost all his confidence.”

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    De Gea then failed to keep out a soft Mason Mount effort just a minute after half-timeCredit: PA:Press Association
    Shearer said after the game: “If a keeper has made one or two, you think OK, we’ll stick with him.
    “But now I would think the time has come. It keeps happening.
    I think if they bring Henderson back he has to come back as No1, otherwise let him stay out on loan. Has that time come? Yes it has.”
    United fans on social media were not impressed with the keeper at all.

    De Gea shouldn’t start another game for Manchester United unless it’s legends friendlies.
    — ًEllis. (@UtdEIIis) July 19, 2020

    David De Gea had one of the best seasons we’ve ever seen from a goalkeeper.Then he had his Rob Green moment at the World Cup, and… he became Rob Green pic.twitter.com/skynyd2IZh
    — Henry Bushnell (@HenryBushnell) July 19, 2020

    A number of Tweets called the goalkeeper “finished” while another fan joked his favourite chocolate is a “Butterfinger”.
    There were also unflattering comparisons to Kyle Walker – who memorably played in goal for Man City in the champions League – and a ticket attendant at a train station.
    Other fans stated that Cristiano Ronaldo’s infamous hat-trick at the 2018 World Cup, where De Gea made a huge error, ‘ended’ De Gea as a top class force.

    One fan cruelly wrote: “De Gea shouldn’t start another game for Manchester United unless it’s legends friendlies.”
    Roy Keane’s name even began trending on the platform – following his savage criticism of the keeper after his blunder against Spurs last month.
    Questions were even asked of De Gea after the third goal, Marcos Alonso’s wicked cross being turned in by Antonio Rudiger – via a Harry Maguire deflection – to make it 3-0.
    Bruno Fernandes later converted a penalty to make it 3-1, but Chelsea went through and will meet Arsenal in the FA Cup final. More

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    Man Utd vs Chelsea betting tips: Willian to net in Wembley classic, plus back both teams to score – FA Cup predictions

    THE FA Cup takes centre stage this Sunday as Chelsea and Man Utd look to join Arsenal in the final.
    The world’s oldest cup competition is back and serving up a heavyweight semi-final clash at Wembley, while we’ve also got selections for a key game in the Premier League’s European race.

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    Anthony Martial has been in superb form for UnitedCredit: AFP or Licensors
    Man Utd vs Chelsea – FA Cup, Sunday 6pm
    This has the potential to be an absolute cracker.
    Man Utd’s fortunes have changed for the better since January and they actually resemble a football team again.
    Amazing what you can achieve when you put round pegs in round holes and play your best players in the correct positions.
    United haven’t lifted the FA Cup since 2016 and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be desperate to give fans some silverware after a topsy-turvy last two years.

    Chelsea meanwhile have been prolific in this competition since the turn of the century, winning it five times and twice finishing as runners-up.
    Frank Lampard’s men have two extra days to prepare for this one and we expect that to be a big factor.
    United had named the same side for FIVE straight games before Thursday’s clash at Palace, but Ole stuck to his guns and made just one enforced change despite the packed schedule.
    We reckon the quick turnaround could have a real say on this one at Wembley, where a fast start could be crucial.

    United have won all three meetings this season, with the last a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge shortly before lockdown.

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    Despite that, Chelsea have stepped up in the big games since and have only let themselves down when teams have sat back and asked to break them down.
    We’re looking primarily at the losses against West Ham and Sheffield United for examples of that, but remember they’ve beaten Man City, Leicester and Liverpool since March.
    The 21/20 on Chelsea making it through to the final is FAR too big, in our opinion.
    Lampard loves this competition and will go full strength, while we also expect goals from both sides.
    Both teams to score is 7/10 and an easy bet to back, but we also like the even money on Chelsea to win EITHER half.
    That’s a massive price in what could be an open game, with United’s defence still under scrutiny despite their excellent recent attacking form.
    This could be a cup tie settled on a moment of brilliance – or a set piece.
    Willian has been in terrific form in recent weeks although reports suggest that the Brazilian might be on his way out of the Bridge this summer.
    He’s playing out of his skin regardless and is the main man for Chelsea on penalties and freekicks.
    16/5 to net anytime? That’s absolutely huge, netting you £32 profit from a tenner bet.
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    Arsenal 2 Man City 0 LIVE REACTION: Aubameyang double stuns Pep Guardiola to send Gunners into FA Cup final

    ARSENAL are into the FA Cup final for the first time since 2017 after a terrific victory over holders Man City.
    Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang returned to the starting lineup and hit a brilliant brace as Mikel Arteta got one over his former employers at Wembley.
    Follow all the latest reaction from this huge FA Cup semi-final with our live blog below…

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    Man Utd vs Chelsea betting tips: Willian to net in Wembley classic, plus Tottenham vs Leicester – FA Cup predictions

    THERE’s a change of pace this weekend as the FA Cup takes centre stage.
    The world’s oldest cup competition is back and serving up a heavyweight semi-final clash at Wembley, while we’ve also got selections for a key clash in the Premier League’s European race.

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    Anthony Martial has been in superb form for UnitedCredit: AFP or Licensors
    Man Utd vs Chelsea – FA Cup, Sunday 6pm
    This has the potential to be an absolute cracker.
    Man Utd’s fortunes have changed for the better since January and they actually resemble a football team again.
    Amazing what you can achieve when you put round pegs in round holes and play your best players in the correct positions.
    United haven’t lifted the FA Cup since 2016 and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be desperate to give fans some silverware after a topsy-turvy last two years.

    Chelsea meanwhile have been prolific in this competition since the turn of the century, winning it five times and twice finishing as runners-up.
    Frank Lampard’s men have two extra days to prepare for this one and we expect that to be a big factor.
    United had named the same side for FIVE straight games before Thursday’s clash at Palace, but Ole stuck to his guns and made just one enforced change despite the packed schedule.
    We reckon the quick turnaround could have a real say on this one at Wembley, where a fast start could be crucial.

    United have won all three meetings this season, with the last a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge shortly before lockdown.

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    Despite that, Chelsea have stepped up in the big games since and have only let themselves down when teams have sat back and asked to break them down.
    We’re looking primarily at the losses against West Ham and Sheffield United for examples of that, but remember they’ve beaten Man City, Leicester and Liverpool since March.
    The 21/20 on Chelsea making it through to the final is FAR too big, in our opinion.
    Lampard loves this competition and will go full strength, while we also expect goals from both sides.
    Both teams to score is 7/10 and an easy bet to back, but we also like the even money on Chelsea to win EITHER half.
    That’s a massive price in what could be an open game, with United’s defence still under scrutiny despite their excellent recent attacking form.
    This could be a cup tie settled on a moment of brilliance – or a set piece.
    Willian has been in terrific form in recent weeks although reports suggest that the Brazilian might be on his way out of the Bridge this summer.
    He’s playing out of his skin regardless and is the main man for Chelsea on penalties and freekicks.
    16/5 to net anytime? That’s absolutely huge, netting you £32 profit from a tenner bet.
    SunSport’s best bets

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    This is how Man Utd could line-up against Chelsea

    Tottenham vs Leicester (Premier League, 4pm)
    The Foxes turned up when it mattered against Sheffield United.
    Brendan Rodgers’ men had won just one of their last five going into the crunch clash against the Blades – and were still reeling from an embarrassing 4-1 trouncing by Bournemouth just days before.
    But they were in a dominating mood though on Thursday and fully deserved the three points, going back into the Champions League places on merit and making sure the race remains in their own hands.
    This is the game which could decide which side of that top four line they drop though, with Spurs under Jose Mourinho solid if unspectacular over the last month.
    They’ve won back-to-back games against Arsenal and Newcastle, as Harry Kane looked back to his usual self with a brace in the North East.
    As a result they’re also well in with a shout at European football next season, albeit on Thursday nights.

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    Spurs made it two wins from two against ToonCredit: EPA
    Both of these teams on their day can produce fast, flowing, open attractive football.
    And they tend to do it against each other too, with the H2H scores revealing a number of terrific games.
    In the last six meetings between the sides, there’s been a ridiculous 28 goals and we expect more on Sunday, despite what is on the line.
    Over 2.5 goals is a steal at 10/11, with 10 of Leicester’s 18 away games this season featuring three or more goals.
    We see the teams coming out the blocks quickly and would recommended a small play on both teams to score in the first half.
    That’s a massive 7/2 and a terrific price considering the history between these two.
    When Son Heung-min gets on a roll, he tends to get his goals in bunches.
    And that’s exactly what is happening at the moment, with the South Korean forward enjoying a run of two in two.
    His last streak – back in January – saw him net six in five games and we reckon he’s a shoe-in for another goal against the Foxes.
    At 15/8 to net anytime, he’s by far the value pick.
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    Man Utd vs Chelsea FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for FA Cup semi-final at Wembley

    MANCHESTER UNITED face Chelsea at Wembley with a chance to play Arsenal in the FA Cup final up for grabs.
    The Red Devils last made the final back in 2018 but haven’t lifted the famous trophy since their defeat of Crystal Palace four years ago.

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    Man Utd’s front three have been earning much acclaim of lateCredit: AFP or licensors
    They’re enjoying a rich vein of form under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and have beaten Chelsea three times already this season.
    Frank Lampard’s Blues have a brilliant recent history in this competition having reached the final six times since 2000.

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    Frank Lampard will have his side fired up at WembleyCredit: AFP or licencors
    When is Man Utd vs Chelsea?
    This huge last-four clash is set for Sunday, July 19.
    Kick-off at Wembley is at 6pm BST.
    When the sides met last at Stamford Bridge in February, United ran out 2-0 winners after goals from Anthony Martial and Harry Maguire.
    The winners will face Arsenal on August 1 after the Gunners stunned Man City thanks to a Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang brace.
    Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
    You can catch this game live on BBC ONE.
    As such, it’s FREE for every UK household with a valid TV licence.
    Coverage will begin at 5.30pm.
    If you want to stream the action or watch back from the beginning, head to the BBC iPlayer.
    What is the team news?
    Luke Shaw is confirmed out of this final-four showdown after failing to overcome an ankle problem.
    But Brandon Williams looks set to be fit, with the youngster recovered from a facial injury.

    Bruno Ferandes, Paul Pogba, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial all started against Crystal Palace on Thursday but made it through unscathed.
    For the Blues, N’Golo Kante is unavailable as he struggles to overcome a hamstring niggle.
    While teen sensation Billy Gilmour will have to watch this from the Wembley stands after being ruled out for the season.

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    This is how Man Utd could line-up against Chelsea
    Match odds
    Man Utd to win – 7/5
    Draw – 23/10
    Chelsea to win – 19/10
    Both teams to score – 2/3
    Man Utd to qualify – 8/11
    Chelsea to qualify – evens
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    Arsenal vs Man City: Live stream FREE, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for huge FA Cup semi-final clash TONIGHT

    ARSENAL and Man City clash at Wembley tonight for a place in the FA Cup final on August 1.
    The Gunners ran out surprise 2-1 winners over champions Liverpool in midweek and are chasing a first appearance in an FA Cup final since winning the competition back in 2017.

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    Arsenal look to build on their victory over Liverpool in the weekCredit: Reuters
    Pep Guardiola’s free-scoring City go into the match buoyed by three consecutive wins on the bounce, scoring 12 goals in those games.
    They’ve beaten Arsenal twice so far this season already – both 3-0 victories – and will be confident of defending the FA Cup title they won last May.

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    Manchester City are still in the Champions League but look to get a domestic trophy under their belt
    What time does Arsenal vs Man City kick off?
    Kick-off at Wembley tonight is at 7.45pm BST which is 2.45pm EST.
    The other FA Cup semi-final, between Man Utd and Chelsea takes place on Sunday, July 19 at 6pm.
    What TV channel is Arsenal vs Man City on and can I live stream it?
    The game will be available to watch on BT Sport 1.
    Fans have the option to have it with and without crowd noise.
    Coverage begins at 7pm BST.
    Can I watch Arsenal vs Man City for free?
    EE customers can get a FREE three-month BT Sport app trial by texting SPORT to 150.
    You can then cancel at any time.
    Team News
    Sergio Aguero remains on the sidelines following a knee operation.
    Claudio Bravo and Joao Cancelo both face late fitness tests for muscular issues.

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    For Arsenal, Bernd Leno, Calum Chambers, Gabriel Martinelli and Pablo Mari are all ruled out due to injury.
    Matteo Guendouzi is unlikely to make an appearance while Eddie Nketiah is suspended. 
    Match odds

    Arsenal  to win – 8/1
    Draw – 17/4
    Man City victory – 3/10
    Both teams to score – 4/5
    Over 2.5 goals – 1/2
    *All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication
    What have they said?
    Guardiola, City manager on his former assistant Arteta: “I’m pretty sure [Arteta is] the right person to bring them back to the position of before.
    “From the outside – maybe I am wrong – but what I see in their games, how they celebrate, how they fight for every single ball, they are creating something special for this club.
    “Everybody fights for each other.
    “I have a feeling he is creating something unique and if he can be supported by the club in terms of investment, and get the players that they need, they’ll be a contender for the next years.”
    Arteta: “What I need now is energy to transmit to my players, belief and it’s the FA Cup – we have a lot of experience here and we have a history related to that. Let’s go for it.
    “I want to focus on what we want to do. If I worry too much about them, it’s not the message that I want to send to the players.” More

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    Arsenal vs Man City betting tips: De Bruyne to score with both teams finding net at Wembley – FA Cup predictions

    THERE’s a change of pace this weekend as the FA Cup takes centre stage.
    The world’s oldest cup competition is back and serving up two heavyweight semi-final clashes at Wembley, while we’ve also got selections for a key clash in the Premier League’s European race.

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    Manchester City are out to defend the FA CupCredit: Alamy Live News
    Arsenal vs Man City – FA Cup, Saturday 7.45pm
    Silverware is at the top of Mikel Arteta’s wish list.
    The Gunners boss comes up against his former employers here and lifting the FA Cup would go a long way to appeasing Gunners fans.
    Arsenal’s run to this point has been solid and unspectacular, seeing off Leeds, Bournemouth, Portsmouth and Sheffield United.
    But now comes their toughest test by far as they go up against reigning holders and last season’s treble winners Man City.

    Pep Guardiola’s men have received a huge boost this week with the news that they’ll play in the Champions League next season.
    And the Spaniard takes the FA Cup very seriously, with Kevin De Bruyne one of those rested for the midweek visit of Bournemouth.
    Sadly for the Gunners, their recent history against the Citizens is shocking.
    They’ve lost the last seven meetings in all competitions and have been biffed 3-0 in both matches this season.

    Do we reckon they turn the table this time? Nope. And neither do the bookies.

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    Arsenal are priced up at a huge 8/1 to win in 90 minutes.
    Just for a bit of context, League One Portsmouth were only 5/1 to beat Arsenal in this same competition back in March.
    It’s a similar story on the qualification markets, with the Gunners a whopping 9/2 to make it through to the final on August 1.
    Leave that well alone, but we do like the 4/5 on both teams to score.
    Despite not laying a glove on City in the 3-0 loss at the Etihad, a rusty Arsenal had just returned from the enforced lockdown and were not at their best.
    And Bournemouth showed that this City side – who have conceded more than Sheffield United this season in the Prem – can be scored past if you’re brave enough.
    In a one-off cup tie, Arteta will not let his side go down with a whimper.
    Arsenal have netted in every game since that Etihad loss on June 17 – it’s at the other end the problems lie.
    As such, back City to win and BTTS at a mammoth 33/20.
    De Bruyne already has three goals against Arsenal this season and was absolutely unreal as City tore the Gunners to pieces at the Emirates.
    Fresh from a week off, he’s 2/1 to net anytime – £30 for your £10. Get on.
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    Tottenham vs Leicester
    The Foxes turned up when it mattered against Sheffield United.
    Brendan Rodgers’ men had won just one of their last five going into the crunch clash against the Blades – and were still reeling from an embarrassing 4-1 trouncing by Bournemouth just days before.
    But they were in a dominating mood though on Thursday and fully deserved the three points, going back into the Champions League places on merit and making sure the race remains in their own hands.
    This is the game which could decide which side of that top four line they drop though, with Spurs under Jose Mourinho solid if unspectacular over the last month.
    They’ve won back-to-back games against Arsenal and Newcastle, as Harry Kane looked back to his usual self with a brace in the North East.
    As a result they’re also well in with a shout at European football next season, albeit on Thursday nights.

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    Spurs made it two wins from two against Toon
    Both of these teams on their day can produce fast, flowing, open attractive football.
    And they tend to do it against each other too, with the H2H scores revealing a number of terrific games.
    In the last six meetings between the sides, there’s been a ridiculous 28 goals and we expect more on Sunday, despite what is on the line.
    Over 2.5 goals is a steal at 10/11, with 10 of Leicester’s 18 away games this season featuring three or more goals.
    We see the teams coming out the blocks quickly and would recommended a small play on both teams to score in the first half.
    That’s a massive 7/2 and a terrific price considering the history between these two.
    When Son Heung-min gets on a roll, he tends to get his goals in bunches.
    And that’s exactly what is happening at the moment, with the South Korean forward enjoying a run of two in two.
    His last streak – back in January – saw him net six in five games and we reckon he’s a shoe-in for another goal against the Foxes.
    At 15/8 to net anytime, he’s by far the value pick.
    SunSport best bets

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    Son was lethal against Arsenal and we reckon he scores again at 15/8Credit: Getty Images – Getty
    Man Utd vs Chelsea- FA Cup, Sunday 5.30pm
    This has the potential to be an absolute cracker.
    Man Utd’s fortunes have changed for the better since January and they actually resemble a football team again.
    Amazing what you can achieve when you put round pegs in round holes and play your best players in the correct positions.
    United haven’t lifted the FA Cup since 2016 and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be desperate to give fans some silverware after a topsy-turvy last two years.
    Chelsea meanwhile have been prolific in this competition since the turn of the century, winning it five times and twice finishing as runners-up.
    Frank Lampard’s men have two extra days to prepare for this one and we expect that to be a big factor.
    United had named the same side for FIVE straight games before Thursday’s clash at Palace, but Ole stuck to his guns and made just one enforced change despite the packed schedule.
    We reckon the quick turnaround could have a real say on this one at Wembley, where a fast start could be crucial.
    United have won all three meetings this season, with the last a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge shortly before lockdown.

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    Despite that, Chelsea have stepped up in the big games since and have only let themselves down when teams have sat back and asked to break them down.
    We’re looking primarily at the losses against West Ham and Sheffield United for examples of that, but remember they’ve beaten Man City, Leicester and Liverpool since March.
    The 21/20 on Chelsea making it through to the final is FAR too big, in our opinion.
    Lampard loves this competition and will go full strength, while we also expect goals from both sides.
    Both teams to score is 7/10 and an easy bet to back, but we also like the even money on Chelsea to win EITHER half.
    That’s a massive price in what could be an open game, with United’s defence still under scrutiny despite their excellent recent attacking form.
    This could be a cup tie settled on a moment of brilliance – or a set piece.

    Willian has been in terrific form in recent weeks although reports suggest that the Brazilian might be on his way out of the Bridge this summer.
    He’s playing out of his skin regardless and is the main man for Chelsea on penalties and freekicks.
    16/5 to net anytime? That’s absolutely huge, netting you £32 profit from a tenner bet.
    SunSport’s best bets
    *All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More