Brighton Sees Off Newcastle in FA Cup Clash with Danny Welbeck’s Extra-Time Golazo

Danny Welbeck emerged from the substitutes’ bench to net the decisive goal in extra time, leading Brighton to a 2-1 comeback victory over Newcastle and securing a place in the FA Cup quarter-finals. In a dramatic Sunday evening, Fulham triumphed over Manchester United in a penalty shootout after the match concluded 1-1.

Welbeck showcased his skills with a deft finish in the 114th minute at St James’ Park, as the Seagulls rallied following an early penalty from Alexander Isak.

The match kicked off with a lively pace, generating some half-chances for both sides. However, Newcastle capitalised on a major opportunity when Tino Livramento was clumsily fouled by Yankuba Minteh, resulting in a penalty.

Isak, who returned to the starting line-up following a groin injury, confidently dispatched the spot-kick, sending his shot powerfully past Bart Verbruggen.

Just ten minutes later, Isak believed he had added to his tally with a fierce effort at the near post, only to find himself adjudged offside by a narrow margin.

However, right before half-time, Minteh, previously part of Newcastle’s squad, redeemed himself by breaking through to equalise with Brighton’s first shot on target.

The intensity of the match escalated in the second half, leading to the dismissal of Anthony Gordon for elbowing Jan Paul van Hecke in the face, followed by Tariq Lamptey from Brighton receiving a red card for a cynical challenge.

In a dramatic turn late in the game, Fabian Schar thought he had clinched victory for Newcastle with a composed finish, but his effort was disallowed after a close review using the new semi-automated offside technology.

Brighton intensified their efforts during extra time, culminating in Welbeck’s goal six minutes from the end, as he expertly timed his run to slide the ball past Martin Dubravka into the net.

Later that same day, reigning FA Cup holders Manchester United faced heartbreak as they were eliminated by Fulham in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw after extra time.