Liverpool Cruises, Man Utd Battles in FA Cup Fixtures

Liverpool, unfazed by the news of coach Jurgen Klopp's departure, triumphed 5-2 against Norwich City. Goals from Curtis Jones, Darwin Nunez, Diogo Jota, Virgil van Dijk, and Ryan Gravenberch secured Liverpool's progress.

On Sunday, Manchester United, Liverpool, and Wolverhampton Wanderers secured spots in the FA Cup last-16, while Watford and Southampton are set for a replay. Manchester United faced a tough challenge in their 4-2 victory over League Two side Newport County. Despite taking an early 2-0 lead with goals from Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo, Newport fought back with Bryn Morris and Will Evans leveling the score. Antony restored United's lead, but it was uncertain until the 94th minute when Rasmus Hojlund secured the win.

Liverpool, unfazed by the news of coach Jurgen Klopp's departure, triumphed 5-2 against Norwich City. Goals from Curtis Jones, Darwin Nunez, Diogo Jota, Virgil van Dijk, and Ryan Gravenberch secured Liverpool's progress.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers won the first Black Country derby in over a decade, defeating West Bromwich Albion 2-0. Pedro Neto scored after 38 minutes, and Matheus Cunha sealed the victory with 12 minutes remaining. The match was briefly suspended for 35 minutes due to incidents between rival fans triggered by Cunha's goal.

On Saturday, Luton Town, Brighton, Newcastle United, Leicester City, and Maidstone United advanced to the last 16. Maidstone, a team from the National League South (the sixth tier of English football), caused a major upset by defeating Ipswich Town, second in the Championship, making it the biggest Cup upset in history.

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(With Agency Inputs)

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