Manchester United Edges Arsenal in FA Cup Shootout

Arsenal faced a disastrous FA Cup exit against Manchester United, losing 5-3 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw, exacerbated by injuries to key players, including Gabriel Jesus, who was stretchered off. The match saw Arsenal's hopes dim as they missed a crucial penalty and a series of scoring opportunities, while United capitalized on a controversial red card issued to Diogo Dalot. The defeat followed a string of poor performances, raising concerns about Arsenal's season, which began with high expectations but is now marred by injuries and disappointing results. Mikel Arteta's side struggled to find effective replacements as they continued to miss key players like Bukayo Saka. The game was highlighted by Kai Havertz's controversial actions, including a dubious dive that led to a penalty, ultimately resulting in further criticism of his performance. With the loss, Arsenal's quest for silverware appears increasingly bleak, leaving them to reassess their ambitions for the remainder of the season.