Manchester United secured their place in the fifth round of the Women's FA Cup with an emphatic victory over West Brom at Leigh Sports Village. The match, held on Saturday, January 11th, 2025, kicked off at 3:15 pm and showcased the dominance of the fourth-placed Women's Super League team against their step three counterparts.
In the first half, Manchester United took control early on. Melvine Malard opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, giving United a 1-0 lead that they maintained until the break. The second half saw a tactical substitution with Rachel Williams replacing Malard just before the hour mark, a move that would prove pivotal for the home team.
Rachel Williams delivered a stunning performance, scoring a hat-trick to cement Manchester United's commanding victory. Her first two goals came from precise deliveries by Anna Sandberg in the 77th and 79th minutes. Williams was not alone in her scoring spree; Ella Toone returned to action after recovering from a calf injury and found the net with a curling shot off the crossbar for United's fourth goal.
Celin Bizet added to West Brom's woes by scoring twice. Her first goal came in the 89th minute, and she sealed Manchester United's triumph with another strike in the fifth minute of stoppage time. Meanwhile, Williams completed her hat-trick in the initial minute of second-half stoppage time, further emphasizing United's offensive prowess.
The match was a significant boost for Manchester United as they showcased their depth and skill against a lower-tier team. The return of Ella Toone provided an additional layer of confidence and flair to their gameplay. West Brom, despite their efforts, struggled to keep up with United's relentless attack.
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