Martial fires United to final

Anthony Martial’s stoppage-time strike at Wembley sent Manchester United into the FA Cup final with a 2-1 win over Everton on Saturday.

Marouane Fellaini gave United the lead after 34 minutes in a pulsating encounter, before a Chris Smalling own goal handed Everton a lifeline in the second half.

Romelu Lukaku had seen an earlier penalty saved by David de Gea but Everton, who pushed for a winner with extra time looming, were left stunned when Martial’s 93rd-minute strike sealed victory.

United will return to Wembley for the final on May 21 looking to win the trophy for the first time since 2004, with Crystal Palace set to face Watford in the other semi-final on Sunday.

Martinez moved Muhamed Besic to right-back to cope with the absence of the injured Seamus Coleman, but the converted defender endured a torrid first half against Martial.

United started on top as Marcos Rojo headed an early chance wide before Jesse Lingard shot straight at Joel Robles from Wayne Rooney’s through ball.

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