Amad Diallo delivered the most dramatic of finishes to Manchester United’s FA Cup clash with Liverpool, as he scored and was sent off.

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• Ivorian stepped off the bench at Old Trafford
• Grabbed stunning winner against arch-rivals
• Will not be banned for semi-final at Wembley

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The Ivorian winger has had to be patient in pursuit of opportunities under Erik ten Hag, with a pre-season injury hindering his progress. Game time has remained limited since returning to fitness, but he did have a role to play in a thrilling quarter-final tie with arch-rivals at Old Trafford.

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• THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Amad was introduced off the bench in the 85th minute, two minutes before Antony sent the heavyweight contest to extra-time. United then battled their way back from falling behind again to secure a stunning 4-3 win and book tickets for a semi-final date with Coventry at Wembley.

• WHY WAS AMAD SENT OFF?

  Amad kept his composure in the 121st minute to drill low into the bottom corner, sparking wild scenes of celebration. Within those, the 21-year-old decided to take off his shirt. He had already been booked in the 116th minute, meaning that a red came his way after collecting another caution.

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• WHEN WILL AMAD BE SUSPENDED?

  Amad admits that he “forgot” about the first yellow, with emotion taking over. He must serve a suspension, in the Premier League against Brentford on March 30, but will be hoping to be involved when Erik ten Hag’s side head to Wembley for a meeting with Championship opponents that could edge them another step closer to major silverware.

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