The former Manchester United captain had some choice words for the Arsenal forward that sparked a melee
Manchester United’s dramatic FA Cup victory over Arsenal at the Emirates wasn’t just about football was a fiery encounter that featured a heated exchange between Harry Maguire and Kai Havertz.
The match was packed with controversial moments, culminating in a penalty incident that set flaring between the Premier League rivals.
Manchester United beat Arsenal in fiery encounter
The clash between the historic rivals had all the ingredients of a classic FA Cup encounter. Bruno Fernandes gave Manchester United the lead, but Arsenal equalised through Gabriel’s deflected effort.
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The contest escalated further when Diogo Dalot received a second yellow card for a reckless challenge, reducing Manchester United to 10 men.
After a tense period of extra time, the match was decided by penalties as Havertz’s miss proved costly for Arsenal, while Joshua Zirkzee’s decisive spot-kick sealed United’s progression to the fourth round.
But the goals and outcome were not the only things that caught fans’ attention as Maguire and Havertz’ clash raised eyebrows among fans.
Maguire’s outburst amid penalty chaos
The crucial point of the match came 20 minutes from full time when Maguire was penalised for a foul on Kai Havertz in the box.
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The Manchester United captain vehemently denied the decision, pleading his innocence to the referee and accusing Havertz of simulation.
Amid the chaos, Maguire reportedly shouted at the German forward, “You cheating scumbag,” causing an on-pitch melee, as players from both teams squared off.
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Havertz found himself on the ground during the clash, with United’s Manuel Ugarte also confronting the Arsenal forward.
With no VAR available in this FA Cup third-round tie, the referee’s decision stood, but Altay Bayindir’s heroics in goal ensured the penalty did not change the course of the game.
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