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Shaw Stuns Chelsea: Cup Dream Dashed in 5-Min City Comeback
11 May
Summary
- Khadija Shaw scored two late goals to secure City's victory.
- Chelsea led 2-0 until the 86th minute before City's comeback.
- City advances to the Women's FA Cup final at Wembley.
Manchester City has secured a spot in the Women's FA Cup final after a stunning comeback victory against holders Chelsea on Sunday. The match, which saw Chelsea lead 2-0 until the 86th minute, concluded with a dramatic 3-2 win for City.
Chelsea initially took the lead through Erin Cuthbert in the eighth minute, with Sam Kerr doubling their advantage just before the hour mark. However, the momentum shifted dramatically in the closing minutes of regular time. Mary Fowler ignited City's comeback in the 86th minute with a powerful strike, followed by Khadija Shaw's equalizer just five minutes later, forcing the tie into extra time.
In extra time, Manchester City capitalized on their momentum. Impactful substitutions by City's manager Andree Jeglertz proved crucial, while Chelsea, having made significant player changes, struggled to maintain their attacking threat. An uncharacteristic error from Chelsea's goalkeeper Hannah Hampton led to City's winning goal, with Khadija Shaw scoring her second of the match to seal City's progression to Wembley.
