Harry Maguire made a proactive move to greet and bolster the Coventry City player after Rasmus Hojlund’s game-winning penalty kιck sent Manchester United to the FA Cup final for the second straight year. Unlike the former Manchester United captain, Antony went ahead of his opponent on purpose and taunted him by putting his hands on his ears.
Man Utd supporter “Antony should relearn how to behave” voiced criticism. Another said, “Coventry deserves our respect.” Another fan said, “Antony is an immature guy.”
In the 66th minute, Antony entered the game, although he did not make a big impression. The former Ajax player faced backlash from supporters for his haughty celebration in the FA Cup arena following his goal against Newport, the third-place team.
Only two goals this season, both in the FA Cup arena, have been scored by Antony. The 24-year-old scored again in the quarterfinals at Old Trafford to help Manchester United defeat Liverpool 4-3, after his goal against Newport.
Man Utd lead 3-0 going back to the semi-finals, but they played carelessly and let Coventry tie the score at three. If VAR hadn’t saved the goal in the final seconds of the second extra time, even the Premier League representative would have been out of the game.
Goalkeeper Andre Onana’s skill helped Man Utd win 4-2, setting up a rematch with Man City in the May 25 final. Man Utd witnessed their opponents accomplish a record treble last season when they lost 1-2.