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Dramatic Comeback
Leeds reached the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time in 39 years.
“Leeds marched to a FA Cup semi-final after a pulsating and chaotic penalty shoot-out victory over West Ham”
They led 2-0 in stoppage time before West Ham scored twice to force extra time.
West Ham had two goals disallowed in extra time.
Areola was injured and Herrick made his debut in the shootout.
Leeds won the shootout 4-2 with Perri the hero.
Penalty Shootout Controversy
There was controversy about where the shootout would take place.
Herrick saved the opening penalty on his debut.
Perri saved two penalties including from Jarrod Bowen.
The match featured 39 shots and 11 minutes of added time.
This was a stark contrast to Man City's game which had no added time.
Aftermath and Reactions
Nuno called it a tough exit.
“Nuno Espirito Santo urged his West Ham team to pick themselves up after their tough FA Cup exit”
West Ham return to Premier League action next Friday.
Leeds celebrated reaching the semi-final for the first time since 1987.
Both teams are knee deep in the Premier League relegation scrap.