FA Cup, Manchester United trounce Derby: List of records broken
Manchester United showed composure and steel to outclass Derby County 3-0 in the fifth round of the FA Cup. The win helped United reach the quarters after Odion Ighalo scored a brace. Former United skipper Wayne Rooney performed well for the hosts, however, it wasn't enough. United will face Norwich City next. Here is the complete statistical review.
How did the match pan out?
Luke Shaw gave United the lead in the 33rd minute. His deflected shot saw the side take control. Ighalo then showed why United went for him in January with two superb goals in the 41st and 70th minute. For Derby, Rooney came close with two superb free-kicks, which were denied by goal-keeper Sergio Romero. Rooney's name was chanted by the away United fans.
Man United impress largely: List of key numbers
United have won each of their last nine FA Cup meetings with Derby County. The Red Devils are unbeaten in nine matches across all competitions (W6 D3). They have kept seven clean sheets during this phase. Notably, they have conceded just two goals. Ighalo has scored in two successive starts for United. It was his first brace for an English club since 2015.
Everyone loves Wayne, says Solskjaer
"Everyone loves Wayne, all the supporters at Manchester United appreciate what he did," said United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. "He played well. He shows class and sometimes he has too much time on the ball for my liking."
FA Cup: Derby County's misery against top-flight clubs continue
Championship side Derby County have failed to win each of their last 13 home games against top-flight clubs in the FA Cup when they have been playing outside the top division. They have faced three defeats to Man United in this spell. The Rams have lost a competitive game at Pride Park by more than one goal for the first time since November 2018.
FA Cup sixth round fixtures
Here's a look at the fixtures: Sheffield United vs Arsenal, Newcastle United vs Manchester City, Leicester City vs Chelsea, Norwich City vs Manchester United.
