Manchester United advance in league cup – knocked out Everton

Victor Lindelöf is not in the call

Of: Gustaf Ränkeskog

Published: December 23, 2020 at 10:59 p.m.
Updated: December 23, 2020 at 11:35 p.m.

Robin Olsen sought to keep the score at zero for Everton.

But in the final minutes of the match, Manchester United scored two goals and advanced to the league cup.

Earlier this week, Victor Lindelöf spoke about his back problems. Problem that has forced him to face international matches.

– I work with him every day, but the game schedule is very, very tight, so it’s mainly about getting him under control, he said.

And when Manchester United presented the team for Wednesday night’s league cup game, the Swede was not among the names. Which, by all accounts, depends on the busy schedule of games during Christmas.

Withstood for a long time

Instead, Harry Maguire and Eric Bailly were paired in midfield as United advanced to the semi-finals after a late decision against Everton.

Robin Olsen, who kept a clean sheet the last time he had the chance, put in a good effort again and came very close to taking the game to the penalty spot.

But that did not happen.

After a great game in the 88th minute, the liberating 1-0 for the guests came in the 88th minute. The Uruguayan Edinson Cavani knew how to put the ball with his left foot behind an Olsen without a chance, played by Anthony Martial.

Derby is waiting

In extra time, the Frenchman also got a goal ovation after fleeing the Everton defense and making it 2-0, when the locals were chasing the tie.

– We had no more offensive plays, but we defended well until the final three minutes, Everton coach Carlo Ancelotti told Sky Sports after the match.

Thus, Manchester United is ready for the semi-finals of the league cup. There he awaits a heated rival encounter with Manchester City. In the second half, Tottenham faces the championship team Brentford.

The games will be played on January 5 and 6, 2021.

Published: December 23, 2020 at 10:59 p.m.

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