FA Cup - 5-2 victory over Cardiff Leeds United advances to round of 32

2023-01-20 12:13

FA Cup - 5-2 victory over Cardiff Leeds United advances to round of 32


"White Shirts" Leeds United finally won 5-2 in the 2022/23 FA Cup 64 replay thanks to the goals contributed by Genotto, Rodrigo Moreno and Bamford Championship team Cardiff.


Less than a minute into the game, Rodrigo Moreno picked a pass, and the Italian international Genotto, who joined the team from the transfer window last summer, seized the opportunity to score and help Leeds United 1-0. Get off to a fantastic start.


In the 34th minute, Harrison passed the ball and Rodrigo Moreno successfully scored to help Leeds United expand their lead 2-0. Only 2 minutes later, Harrison sent an assist, and Genotto contributed another goal, turning the score into 3-0.


Bamford excels


In the second half, Bamford scored 2 consecutive goals in the 71st and 76th minutes, giving Leeds a 5-0 lead over Cardiff . It is worth mentioning that after returning from injury, the 29-year-old Bamford scored 3 goals through two substitute appearances, which fully demonstrated his outstanding ability.


In the 84th minute of the battle, Leeds United central defender Aylin made a mistake in defense. Robinson hit the goal with a header when no one was defending, helping Cardiff to win 1-5.


In stoppage time, Rocca fouled the ball with his hand in the penalty area, allowing Cardiff to get a penalty kick. Then Robinson took the penalty and scored, turning the score into 2-5. However, Leeds United still defeated Cardiff 5-2 and successfully advanced to the last 32 of the FA Cup.


It is worth mentioning that this is the first time in 6 years that Leeds United has broken into the top 32 of the FA Cup. Since the next opponent is from a lower-level team, Leeds United is also expected to continue to advance to the next round.