FA Cup
May 21, 2016 5.30pm
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HT : 0 0
FT Wembley
  • Scott Dann 47' yellowcard
  • Damien Delaney 62' yellowcard
  • Jason Puncheon 78' goal
  • James McArthur 108' yellowcard
  • yellowcard Chris Smalling 18'
  • yellowcard Marcos Rojo 40'
  • yellowcard Juan Mata 45'
  • goal Juan Mata 81'
  • yellowcard Wayne Rooney 87'
  • yellowcard Marouane Fellaini 101'
  • redcard Chris Smalling 105'
  • goal Jesse Lingard 110'
  • yellowcard Jesse Lingard 111'

Wayne Rooney: 'Manchester United FA Cup win is for the fans'

Rooney dedicates FA Cup win to fans

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has dedicated his side's FA Cup win to their fans, who have endured "a tough two years".

The Red Devils, who had not won silverware since 2013 prior to Saturday's final at Wembley, beat Crystal Palace 2-1 in extra time to claim their first trophy since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement.

Rooney told reporters after the game: "Credit to Crystal Palace, they've had a tough end to the season, but we worked really hard and our determination has got us through.

"I'm delighted. It's a special moment. It's a competition I have loved watching as a fan growing up, I've been to two finals and lost, so I will enjoy it tonight for sure.

"Look at the fans, winning trophies lifts football clubs. The fans have had a tough two years but hopefully they will enjoy tonight."

This year's final was settled by Jesse Lingard's extra-time strike after Jason Puncheon and Juan Mata struck a goal each for their respective sides in the first 90 minutes.

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