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Reed's Brace Seals Shock FA Cup Upset
11 Jan
Summary
- Louis Reed scored two goals against his former club.
- Mansfield secured a surprising 4-3 victory over Sheffield United.
- Rhys Oates and Lucas Akins also contributed to the scoring.
Mansfield secured a memorable 4-3 victory against Sheffield United in the FA Cup, propelled by a standout performance from Louis Reed. Reed netted twice against his former club, dismantling Sheffield United's defense and setting the tone for Mansfield's triumph. Rhys Oates and Lucas Akins were also instrumental in the scoring, contributing crucial goals that helped establish a commanding lead for the visitors.
The match began with an early threat from Oates, who tested the Sheffield United goalkeeper. Reed opened the scoring in the 13th minute with a powerful strike from outside the box. Hamer equalized for Sheffield United in the 20th minute with an impressive shot. However, Mansfield quickly regained the lead just before halftime, with Reed scoring his second goal.
Following the break, Mansfield extended their advantage with goals from Akins and Oates, making it 4-1. Although Sheffield United managed to pull two goals back through substitute Patrick Bamford and a Nathan Moriah-Welsh own goal, they were unable to overcome Mansfield's determined defense and secure an equalizer.
