Manchester United’s stunning FA Cup win over Manchester City has been praised by former Premier League winner Chris Sutton. Sutton commended the team for finally showing the identity that had been missing for much of the season, noting that having a clear identity is crucial in football.
Sutton also referenced the speculation surrounding Erik ten Hag’s future as United’s manager, highlighting how the team had lacked identity under his leadership. However, he commended ten Hag for his bravery in deciding to play a certain formation and sticking with it, particularly praising the balance of the team and the use of Bruno Fernandes as a false nine.
The former Premier League player highlighted United’s first goal, which came after a mistake by the City defense, as well as the brilliant counter-attack that led to their second goal scored by Kobbie Mainoo. Sutton described Mainoo’s goal as one of the best FA Cup final goals he had ever seen, praising Fernandes for his selflessness and skill in setting up the goal.
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