Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has fired back at Manchester United after the Red Devils' extra-time win over Jurgen Klopp's side in the FA Cup.
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United win 4-3 against LiverpoolThrough to the FA Cup semi-finalsCarragher diminishes importance of winWHAT HAPPENED?
Amad Diallo broke Liverpool hearts just minutes before the full-time whistle in extra time as he slotted a finish past Caoimhin Kelleher to give Manchester United a 4-3 win on the night to knock the Merseyside club out of the FA Cup. Rio Ferdinand was quick to celebrate the win, bringing a swift and bitter response from Carragher. "Relax. Man City will beat you comfortably in the final and ETH will still be in charge next season. It's not the win you think it is!!"
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The Manchester-based side will now take on Championship side Coventry City in the semi-finals and will be the favourites to qualify for the final. However, they are potentially set to meet city rivals Manchester City in the final, as Pep Guardiola's side will be favourites to beat Chelsea in their semi-final clash.
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As per OptaJoe, Manchester United have dumped Liverpool out of the FA Cup on 11 separate occasions. This is the most by a team in the FA Cup except Liverpool who have knocked out Everton 12 times.
WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER UNITED?
Erik ten Hag's side can now shift their focus back onto the league when they return from the international break. They will take on Coventry City on April 20 at Wembley Stadium when they return to FA Cup action.