FA Cup Final: Man City, United Fans Filmed Fighting at Wembley

FA Cup Final: Man City, United Fans Filmed Fighting at Wembley

Fred Kennedy
updated at June 4, 2023 at 10:22 PM
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  • The FA Cup final pitting Man United and City was marked with ugly scenes after fans were filmed fighting
  • It remains unclear what sparked the confrontation between both sets of fans at Wembley Stadium
  • City emerged as the winner of the tie, with Ilkay Gundogan the hero with his stunning brace

A shocking video of Manchester United and City fans appearing to exchange blows at Wembley Stadium during the FA Cup final has surfaced.

The two Manchester teams locked horns in what was the first FA Cup final in history on Saturday, June 3.

However, the match was riddled with unpleasant scenes, with a section of fans from both teams filmed fighting in the stands.

Manchester City fans celebrate their second goal during the FA Cup final against Manchester United at Wembley Stadium. Photo by Michael Regan.
Manchester City fans celebrate their second goal during the FA Cup final against Manchester United at Wembley Stadium. Photo by Michael Regan.
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According to talkSPORT, fans with opposing red and blue shirts appeared to throw punches on the concourse at the stadium in London.

Whereas stakes were high ahead of the match, it still remains unclear what sparked the ugly confrontation between the fans.

Man City stun Man United

Meanwhile, it was City who emerged as the eventual winner of the tie to keep their treble dreams alive.

Sky Sports reports that Ilkay Gundogan was City's match hero, with the German star bagging a brace to earn his side a much-needed win.

Gundogan needed just 12 seconds to score the opener, with his goal now the fastest-ever in the history of the competition.

Bruno Fernandes went on to restore parity for the Red Devils from the penalty spot, only for Gundogan to strike again in the second half for City's winner.

The Citizens will now be shifting their attention to the upcoming Champions League final, where they will be facing Italian giants Inter Milan.

The tie represents a realistic opportunity for City to win their first European trophy in history.

Lindelof hit by object during FA Cup

Sports Brief also reported on how Victor Lindelof was struck by an object as Manchester United players were celebrating their equalizer against City.

According to a video shared on Twitter by @TheFergusonWay, the Swede was picked out among his teammates and the object hit straight below his left eye, he bent down immediately but it was nothing serious and he continued the game.

He was substituted in the 83rd minute of the game and replaced by academy graduate Scott McTominay, in what appears to be a tactical substitution more than a precaution or injury.

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Fred Kennedy has a Bachelor's degree in journalism (Daystar University), currently working as a Sports Editor. He has more than five years of experience in digital journalism.