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Read ManUtd.com's match report following Manchester United's Emirates FA Cup fourth-round tie against Reading at Old Trafford.

Andy Carroll, who was already on a yellow card, dived in with a two-footed tackle on the Brazilian. Tom Ince’s powerful corner was sent towards substitute Amadou Salif Mbengue, who had just come on moments earlier, and his bullet header gave the Championship side a boost as the game concluded. Fernandes on the left-hand side picked out substitute Fred just outside the box and his first-time pass found Casemiro, who struck the ball immediately and the shot sailed past Lumley into the back of the net to make it 2-0. After a very slow start to the second half, United finally found the elusive breakthrough. Rahman managed to get enough space to deliver a cross towards winger Junior Hoilett, who tried a first-time volley but the save from David De Gea was perfect to deny the Championship side the advantage. Both teams started well but it was United who had the better of the chances inside the opening 10 minutes.

Casemiro scores twice as Manchester United cruise past Reading to reach the fifth round of the FA Cup at Old Trafford.

Antony (Manchester United) left footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Attempt blocked. Post update Casemiro's quality came to the fore after the break. - Shots He is important for the improvement of the team." - 17Fred "You don't win what he's won without being a top player. - 21Antony - 2Lindelöf - 5Maguire - 29Wan-Bissaka

The main talking points and highlights as Man Utd defeated Reading in the FA Cup fourth round on Saturday night.

It was clear from the moment the team news dropped that Ten Hag is targeting success in the FA Cup this season, and you can understand why. Antony's desire to play quick passes with his teammates, as well as a tendency to cut inside onto his dominant foot, have proven to be exactly what Wan-Bissaka needed. The England international has not played a competitive match in three months, and it is clear that he will be eased back into action after such a long time out. On Saturday night, it proved to be a persistent one for Reading. Four minutes later, he opted for a more direct approach. A key part of that transformation has been the partnership he has struck up with Antony, as the duo linked-up time and time again to pose a regular threat throughout the match.

Erik ten Hag has no complaints about the relentless fixture schedule as the Manchester United manager looks to end his first season at the club with ...

"They (Real Madrid) play in such a high level. "I was happy with the performance at Arsenal, but we make mistakes. "It's no Copacabana, eh?

United fighting on four fronts in successful first season for Dutchman.

[Carabao Cup](/topic/carabao-cup) final after beating Nottingham Forest 3-0 in the first-leg, while [Friday saw United overcome Reading](/sport/football/man-utd-vs-reading-fa-cup-result-2023-b1056319.html) to reach the [FA Cup](/topic/fa-cup) fifth-round. [Dutchman was critical of his team following the Premier League loss to Arsenal](/sport/football/erik-ten-hag-arsenal-vs-man-united-premier-league-2023-b1054804.html) that seemingly ended their hopes a title challenge, United have made progress in the few days since. [rik ten Hag](/topic/erik-ten-hag) says [Manchester United](/topic/manchester-united) are “building” towards winning trophies after a brilliant week in cup competitions.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has explained the reasons for Luke Shaw and Scott McTominay being absent for tonight's Emirates FA Cup tie against ...

McTominay was on the bench against Nottingham Forest in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg, but did not make an appearance. His last start came against Arsenal in the 3-2 loss at the Emirates Stadium last Sunday. Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has explained the reasons for Luke Shaw and Scott McTominay being absent for tonight’s Emirates FA Cup tie against Reading.

Casemiro showed his leadership skills yet again, by pointing to much criticised Manchester United teammate Antony who assisted his first FA Cup goal.A.

There’s big potential in him and he has to develop it every day. That already gives a message of how well he is performing.” “He’s doing all this stuff but he’s not going past anyone.