Home

  • Vienna (AFP) - 01/27/2018 - 00:20

    Syria opposition says will boycott Sochi talks

  • The Hague (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 22:09

    One dead, two wounded in Amsterdam shooting: police

  • New York (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 22:07

    Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq surge to records on strong earnings

  • Paris (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:59

    Macron in favour of more EU sanctions on Venezuela

  • Ottawa (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:57

    Blocked US tariffs a victory for 'innovation': Bombardier

  • Moscow (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:54

    Russia condemns 'absurd' US sanctions, promises 'response'

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:42

    US trade commission blocks 300% tariffs on Bombardier CSeries planes

  • Paris (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:39

    Macron denounces Venezuela's 'unacceptable authoritarian slide'

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 17:11

    US sanctions Russian officials over Crimea power plant

  • Brussels (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 15:49

    Belgium hands Paris attacks suspect Bakkali over to France

  • Kinshasa (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 15:29

    DR Congo president stands by election timetable in rare press conference

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 14:42

    Davos audience boos Trump for 'fake news' remark

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 14:37

    US GDP growth slowed to 2.6% Q4, bringing growth in 2017 to 2.3%

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 14:30

    Trump says almost 100% of territory regained from IS

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 14:15

    Trump in Davos: 'America First does not mean America alone'

  • Paris (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 13:42

    France criticises Venezuela court decision on opposition

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 11:54

    Trump sends 'warmest regards' to African leaders after reported slur

  • London (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 10:45

    British economy grows 0.5% in last quarter of 2017

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 10:40

    Trump says reports about Mueller firing are 'fake news'

  • Ankara (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 10:23

    Erdogan threatens to expand offensive to other northern Syrian cities

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 09:51

    Trump to tell Davos US wants free but 'fair' trade: official

  • London (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 07:30

    Trump apologises for retweeting far-right British group

  • Seoul (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 05:10

    South Korea hospital fire death toll jumps to 41: Yonhap

  • Kourou (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 02:23

    Ariane 5 satellites in orbit despite earlier 'lost contact'

  • Seoul (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 02:05

    Eight dead in S. Korea hospital blaze: firefighters

  • Kourou (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 01:25

    Arianespace has 'lost contact' with Ariane 5 rocket

  • Sao Paulo (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 00:05

    Brazil authorities prevent former leader Lula from leaving country

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 00:02

    Trump proposes US citizenship plan for 1.8 mn undocumented immigrants

  • New York (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 22:04

    Dow again ends at record following strong earnings

  • Beirut (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 21:13

    Afrin urges Syria to intervene to stop Turkish planes overhead

  • New York (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 20:39

    US currency rallies after Trump backs 'strong dollar' 

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 20:25

    'I want to see a strong dollar,' Trump tells CNBC

  • Brussels (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 18:05

    NATO chief says Turkey has right to 'defend self' amid Syria campaign

  • Bamako (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 17:43

    Toll from Mali landmine blast at 24: local residents

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 16:17

    Trump says Palestinians 'disrespected' US, aid on hold

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:51

    Trump hails 'great relationship' with UK's May

  • Berlin (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:45

    Germany calls for NATO talks after Turkey's Syria offensive

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:32

    ECB sees 'few chances' for rate rises this year: Draghi

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:25

    Draghi urges restraint in language after Mnuchin comments

  • London (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:16

    Euro above $1.25 for first time since December 2014

  • Bamako (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:07

    Landmine kills 13 civilians in Mali, say local officials

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 14:43

    Exchange rate 'volatility' is 'source of uncertainty': Draghi

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 13:48

    ECB holds key interest rates at historic lows: spokeswoman

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 13:41

    Kabul hotel attack killed at least 25: official

  • Madrid (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 13:07

    Spain plans to take Puigdemont's bid for Catalan presidency to court

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 10:56

    Trump arrives in Switzerland to attend Davos forum

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 10:07

    German business morale hits fresh record high in January: Ifo

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 09:38

    US 'not concerned' with short term dollar value: Mnuchin

  • Milan (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 08:53

    Two dead as train derails near Milan: Italian rescue services

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 08:37

    Kabul hotel attack killed 40 people: official

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 00:20

    Trump says could grant 'Dreamers' citizenship in 10-12 years

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 00:17

    Trump willing to be questioned 'under oath' in Russia probe

  • Sao Paulo (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 23:36

    Lula says will run for presidency despite court setback

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 22:51

    Four US citizens were killed in Kabul hotel attack

  • New York (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 22:10

    Dow pushes to fresh record as Nasdaq retreats

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 21:02

    Trump urges Erdogan to 'de-escalate' Syria fighting

  • Porto Alegre (Brazil) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 21:00

    Brazil court increases Lula sentence to 12 years

  • Porto Alegre (Brazil) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 20:16

    Brazil's Lula loses appeal against corruption conviction

  • Yangon (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 19:39

    US diplomat resigns from Suu Kyi panel on Rakhine crisis

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 19:32

    Macedonia to rename airport in step to end name row with Greece

  • New York (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:55

    Elton John announces 'last' tour

  • Lansing (United States) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:52

    Disgraced doctor Nassar sentenced to 40 to 175 years in jail

  • Kinshasa (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:20

    UN hits out at surge in extra-judicial 'executions' in DR Congo

  • Lansing (United States) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:20

    Nassar sorry for 'emotional destruction' of abuse victims

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:11

    Macron tells Davos elite: 'France is back'

  • Cairo (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:01

    Rights lawyer latest to withdraw from Egypt presidential race

  • Kilis (Turkey) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 17:32

    One dead in Turkey by rockets from Syria: governor

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 17:18

    US sanctions N. Korean, Chinese firms aiding Pyongyang

  • Vienna (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 16:32

    UN Syria envoy says Vienna talks at 'very critical moment'

  • Paris (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 16:26

    Syria talks in Vienna 'last hope' for political solution: French minister

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 15:32

    Merkel warns 'protectionism not the answer' to world problems

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 14:58

    Zimbabwe elections expected before July: president

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 13:07

    Save the Children suspends Afghan operations after attack on office Save the Children suspends Afghan operations after attack on office

  • New York (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 12:46

    GE reports 4Q loss of $9.8 bn on insurance, tax charges

  • Brussels (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 12:44

    EU voices 'concern' at Romania's controversial judicial reforms

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 12:22

    IS claims attack on Save the Children in Afghanistan

  • Porto Alegre (Brazil) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 12:07

    Brazil court starts session crucial for Lula re-election hopes

  • Brussels (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 11:43

    EU hits Qualcomm with 1-bn euro fine for Apple deal

  • Madrid (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 11:20

    Madrid blocks Brussels meeting between Puigdemont, Catalan speaker: diplomatic source

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 10:22

    US wants to work with rest of world at Davos: Mnuchin

  • Jalalabad (Afghanistan) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 09:16

    Attack on Save the Children office in Afghanistan over: official

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 06:13

    Blast outside Save the Children in eastern Afghanistan: official

  • Beijing (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 05:54

    EU enovy urges China to release Swedish book publisher

Home

  • Vienna (AFP) - 01/27/2018 - 00:20

    Syria opposition says will boycott Sochi talks

  • The Hague (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 22:09

    One dead, two wounded in Amsterdam shooting: police

  • New York (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 22:07

    Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq surge to records on strong earnings

  • Paris (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:59

    Macron in favour of more EU sanctions on Venezuela

  • Ottawa (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:57

    Blocked US tariffs a victory for 'innovation': Bombardier

  • Moscow (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:54

    Russia condemns 'absurd' US sanctions, promises 'response'

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:42

    US trade commission blocks 300% tariffs on Bombardier CSeries planes

  • Paris (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:39

    Macron denounces Venezuela's 'unacceptable authoritarian slide'

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 17:11

    US sanctions Russian officials over Crimea power plant

  • Brussels (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 15:49

    Belgium hands Paris attacks suspect Bakkali over to France

  • Kinshasa (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 15:29

    DR Congo president stands by election timetable in rare press conference

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 14:42

    Davos audience boos Trump for 'fake news' remark

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 14:37

    US GDP growth slowed to 2.6% Q4, bringing growth in 2017 to 2.3%

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 14:30

    Trump says almost 100% of territory regained from IS

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 14:15

    Trump in Davos: 'America First does not mean America alone'

  • Paris (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 13:42

    France criticises Venezuela court decision on opposition

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 11:54

    Trump sends 'warmest regards' to African leaders after reported slur

  • London (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 10:45

    British economy grows 0.5% in last quarter of 2017

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 10:40

    Trump says reports about Mueller firing are 'fake news'

  • Ankara (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 10:23

    Erdogan threatens to expand offensive to other northern Syrian cities

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 09:51

    Trump to tell Davos US wants free but 'fair' trade: official

  • London (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 07:30

    Trump apologises for retweeting far-right British group

  • Seoul (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 05:10

    South Korea hospital fire death toll jumps to 41: Yonhap

  • Kourou (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 02:23

    Ariane 5 satellites in orbit despite earlier 'lost contact'

  • Seoul (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 02:05

    Eight dead in S. Korea hospital blaze: firefighters

  • Kourou (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 01:25

    Arianespace has 'lost contact' with Ariane 5 rocket

  • Sao Paulo (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 00:05

    Brazil authorities prevent former leader Lula from leaving country

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 00:02

    Trump proposes US citizenship plan for 1.8 mn undocumented immigrants

  • New York (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 22:04

    Dow again ends at record following strong earnings

  • Beirut (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 21:13

    Afrin urges Syria to intervene to stop Turkish planes overhead

  • New York (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 20:39

    US currency rallies after Trump backs 'strong dollar' 

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 20:25

    'I want to see a strong dollar,' Trump tells CNBC

  • Brussels (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 18:05

    NATO chief says Turkey has right to 'defend self' amid Syria campaign

  • Bamako (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 17:43

    Toll from Mali landmine blast at 24: local residents

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 16:17

    Trump says Palestinians 'disrespected' US, aid on hold

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:51

    Trump hails 'great relationship' with UK's May

  • Berlin (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:45

    Germany calls for NATO talks after Turkey's Syria offensive

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:32

    ECB sees 'few chances' for rate rises this year: Draghi

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:25

    Draghi urges restraint in language after Mnuchin comments

  • London (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:16

    Euro above $1.25 for first time since December 2014

  • Bamako (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:07

    Landmine kills 13 civilians in Mali, say local officials

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 14:43

    Exchange rate 'volatility' is 'source of uncertainty': Draghi

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 13:48

    ECB holds key interest rates at historic lows: spokeswoman

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 13:41

    Kabul hotel attack killed at least 25: official

  • Madrid (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 13:07

    Spain plans to take Puigdemont's bid for Catalan presidency to court

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 10:56

    Trump arrives in Switzerland to attend Davos forum

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 10:07

    German business morale hits fresh record high in January: Ifo

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 09:38

    US 'not concerned' with short term dollar value: Mnuchin

  • Milan (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 08:53

    Two dead as train derails near Milan: Italian rescue services

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 08:37

    Kabul hotel attack killed 40 people: official

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 00:20

    Trump says could grant 'Dreamers' citizenship in 10-12 years

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 00:17

    Trump willing to be questioned 'under oath' in Russia probe

  • Sao Paulo (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 23:36

    Lula says will run for presidency despite court setback

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 22:51

    Four US citizens were killed in Kabul hotel attack

  • New York (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 22:10

    Dow pushes to fresh record as Nasdaq retreats

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 21:02

    Trump urges Erdogan to 'de-escalate' Syria fighting

  • Porto Alegre (Brazil) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 21:00

    Brazil court increases Lula sentence to 12 years

  • Porto Alegre (Brazil) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 20:16

    Brazil's Lula loses appeal against corruption conviction

  • Yangon (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 19:39

    US diplomat resigns from Suu Kyi panel on Rakhine crisis

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 19:32

    Macedonia to rename airport in step to end name row with Greece

  • New York (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:55

    Elton John announces 'last' tour

  • Lansing (United States) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:52

    Disgraced doctor Nassar sentenced to 40 to 175 years in jail

  • Kinshasa (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:20

    UN hits out at surge in extra-judicial 'executions' in DR Congo

  • Lansing (United States) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:20

    Nassar sorry for 'emotional destruction' of abuse victims

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:11

    Macron tells Davos elite: 'France is back'

  • Cairo (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:01

    Rights lawyer latest to withdraw from Egypt presidential race

  • Kilis (Turkey) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 17:32

    One dead in Turkey by rockets from Syria: governor

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 17:18

    US sanctions N. Korean, Chinese firms aiding Pyongyang

  • Vienna (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 16:32

    UN Syria envoy says Vienna talks at 'very critical moment'

  • Paris (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 16:26

    Syria talks in Vienna 'last hope' for political solution: French minister

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 15:32

    Merkel warns 'protectionism not the answer' to world problems

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 14:58

    Zimbabwe elections expected before July: president

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 13:07

    Save the Children suspends Afghan operations after attack on office Save the Children suspends Afghan operations after attack on office

  • New York (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 12:46

    GE reports 4Q loss of $9.8 bn on insurance, tax charges

  • Brussels (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 12:44

    EU voices 'concern' at Romania's controversial judicial reforms

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 12:22

    IS claims attack on Save the Children in Afghanistan

  • Porto Alegre (Brazil) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 12:07

    Brazil court starts session crucial for Lula re-election hopes

  • Brussels (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 11:43

    EU hits Qualcomm with 1-bn euro fine for Apple deal

  • Madrid (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 11:20

    Madrid blocks Brussels meeting between Puigdemont, Catalan speaker: diplomatic source

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 10:22

    US wants to work with rest of world at Davos: Mnuchin

  • Jalalabad (Afghanistan) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 09:16

    Attack on Save the Children office in Afghanistan over: official

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 06:13

    Blast outside Save the Children in eastern Afghanistan: official

  • Beijing (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 05:54

    EU enovy urges China to release Swedish book publisher

You are here

News

Mourinho praises Sanchez after Man Utd FA Cup stroll

AFP / - Manchester United's striker Alexis Sanchez gestures during the FA Cup fourth round football match against Yeovil Town January 26, 2018

Jose Mourinho hailed new signing Alexis Sanchez after he delivered a man-of-the-match performance to fire Manchester United into the fifth round of the FA Cup with a 4-0 win against lowly Yeovil Town on Friday.

Sanchez was named in the starting line-up just days after he signed for United from Arsenal and was involved in the build-up to the first two goals, scored by Marcus Rashford and Ander Herrera.

Substitutes Jesse Lingard and Romelu Lukaku added late gloss to the scoreline as United ran out comfortable winners against their fourth-tier opponents.

"Alexis Sanchez is a fantastic addition, everyone is happy that he comes," said a delighted Mourinho. "Good players want good players. The question is always which one is going to be left out, it is not about that for us.

"We have a fantastic group of attacking players and he is another one with more maturity and experience. His choice for the second goal is a choice that a player like Marcus Rashford is too nervous to make that kind of decision. He brings maturity and class."

Fresh from signing a contract extension with United, Mourinho put out a much-changed side for the fourth-round clash in his 100th competitive match in charge but the visitors still had far too much firepower for Yeovil.

Sanchez lined up alongside Michael Carrick at Huish Park, with the veteran midfielder making his first start since September after he received treatment for an irregular heart rhythm.

It was the second time the sides have met in the Cup in four seasons and United were desperate to avoid an embarrassing slip-up against a side fighting for their lives in the bottom reaches of League Two.

United dominated possession early in the game but were unable to create many clear-cut chances despite a potent-looking forward line featuring the likes of Sanchez, Rashford and Juan Mata.

- Sanchez sharp -

Sanchez, wearing United's iconic number seven shirt, looked sharp on the left side of the attack, drifting into central areas to orchestrate United's attacks and taking some knocks from the rugged hosts.

Seconds after he shot narrowly wide from the edge of the area, he was involved in the build-up to the opening goal, releasing Rashford on the edge of the box.

Rashford lost control of the ball but a disastrous defensive mix-up in the home-side's penalty area gifted the 20-year-old forward with a clear opening, and he made no mistake, giving United the lead five minutes before half-time.

The football was scrappy after the interval, with the rotated United line-up struggling to find attacking rhythm but they extended their lead with half an hour to go, with Sanchez again central to the move.

The Chilean carried the ball forward during a United break and fed Herrera, who finished impressively with his left foot.

United began to find their fluency in the latter stages, with the in-form Lingard and Lukaku adding the goals to reflect United's superiority.

Elsewhere on Friday, Sheffield Wednesday beat Reading 3-1 in an all-Championship clash.

On Sunday, Pep Guardiola's Manchester City, who remain on course for an unprecedented quadruple, have a tough challenge against Championship high-fliers Cardiff while Chelsea face Newcastle.

In another all Premier-League tie on Saturday, Liverpool host West Brom while Nottingham Forest's reward for dumping out champions Arsenal in the third round is a trip to Hull.

Home

News

News

Mourinho praises Sanchez after Man Utd FA Cup stroll

AFP / - Manchester United's striker Alexis Sanchez gestures during the FA Cup fourth round football match against Yeovil Town January 26, 2018

Jose Mourinho hailed new signing Alexis Sanchez after he delivered a man-of-the-match performance to fire Manchester United into the fifth round of the FA Cup with a 4-0 win against lowly Yeovil Town on Friday.

Sanchez was named in the starting line-up just days after he signed for United from Arsenal and was involved in the build-up to the first two goals, scored by Marcus Rashford and Ander Herrera.

Substitutes Jesse Lingard and Romelu Lukaku added late gloss to the scoreline as United ran out comfortable winners against their fourth-tier opponents.

"Alexis Sanchez is a fantastic addition, everyone is happy that he comes," said a delighted Mourinho. "Good players want good players. The question is always which one is going to be left out, it is not about that for us.

"We have a fantastic group of attacking players and he is another one with more maturity and experience. His choice for the second goal is a choice that a player like Marcus Rashford is too nervous to make that kind of decision. He brings maturity and class."

Fresh from signing a contract extension with United, Mourinho put out a much-changed side for the fourth-round clash in his 100th competitive match in charge but the visitors still had far too much firepower for Yeovil.

Sanchez lined up alongside Michael Carrick at Huish Park, with the veteran midfielder making his first start since September after he received treatment for an irregular heart rhythm.

It was the second time the sides have met in the Cup in four seasons and United were desperate to avoid an embarrassing slip-up against a side fighting for their lives in the bottom reaches of League Two.

United dominated possession early in the game but were unable to create many clear-cut chances despite a potent-looking forward line featuring the likes of Sanchez, Rashford and Juan Mata.

- Sanchez sharp -

Sanchez, wearing United's iconic number seven shirt, looked sharp on the left side of the attack, drifting into central areas to orchestrate United's attacks and taking some knocks from the rugged hosts.

Seconds after he shot narrowly wide from the edge of the area, he was involved in the build-up to the opening goal, releasing Rashford on the edge of the box.

Rashford lost control of the ball but a disastrous defensive mix-up in the home-side's penalty area gifted the 20-year-old forward with a clear opening, and he made no mistake, giving United the lead five minutes before half-time.

The football was scrappy after the interval, with the rotated United line-up struggling to find attacking rhythm but they extended their lead with half an hour to go, with Sanchez again central to the move.

The Chilean carried the ball forward during a United break and fed Herrera, who finished impressively with his left foot.

United began to find their fluency in the latter stages, with the in-form Lingard and Lukaku adding the goals to reflect United's superiority.

Elsewhere on Friday, Sheffield Wednesday beat Reading 3-1 in an all-Championship clash.

On Sunday, Pep Guardiola's Manchester City, who remain on course for an unprecedented quadruple, have a tough challenge against Championship high-fliers Cardiff while Chelsea face Newcastle.

In another all Premier-League tie on Saturday, Liverpool host West Brom while Nottingham Forest's reward for dumping out champions Arsenal in the third round is a trip to Hull.

AFP / - Manchester United's striker Alexis Sanchez gestures during the FA Cup fourth round football match against Yeovil Town January 26, 2018

Jose Mourinho hailed new signing Alexis Sanchez after he delivered a man-of-the-match performance to fire Manchester United into the fifth round of the FA Cup with a 4-0 win against lowly Yeovil Town on Friday.

Sanchez was named in the starting line-up just days after he signed for United from Arsenal and was involved in the build-up to the first two goals, scored by Marcus Rashford and Ander Herrera.

26 Jan 2018 Mourinho praises Sanchez after Man Utd FA Cup stroll | AFP.com

Home

  • Vienna (AFP) - 01/27/2018 - 00:20

    Syria opposition says will boycott Sochi talks

  • The Hague (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 22:09

    One dead, two wounded in Amsterdam shooting: police

  • New York (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 22:07

    Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq surge to records on strong earnings

  • Paris (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:59

    Macron in favour of more EU sanctions on Venezuela

  • Ottawa (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:57

    Blocked US tariffs a victory for 'innovation': Bombardier

  • Moscow (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:54

    Russia condemns 'absurd' US sanctions, promises 'response'

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:42

    US trade commission blocks 300% tariffs on Bombardier CSeries planes

  • Paris (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 20:39

    Macron denounces Venezuela's 'unacceptable authoritarian slide'

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 17:11

    US sanctions Russian officials over Crimea power plant

  • Brussels (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 15:49

    Belgium hands Paris attacks suspect Bakkali over to France

  • Kinshasa (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 15:29

    DR Congo president stands by election timetable in rare press conference

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 14:42

    Davos audience boos Trump for 'fake news' remark

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 14:37

    US GDP growth slowed to 2.6% Q4, bringing growth in 2017 to 2.3%

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 14:30

    Trump says almost 100% of territory regained from IS

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 14:15

    Trump in Davos: 'America First does not mean America alone'

  • Paris (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 13:42

    France criticises Venezuela court decision on opposition

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 11:54

    Trump sends 'warmest regards' to African leaders after reported slur

  • London (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 10:45

    British economy grows 0.5% in last quarter of 2017

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 10:40

    Trump says reports about Mueller firing are 'fake news'

  • Ankara (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 10:23

    Erdogan threatens to expand offensive to other northern Syrian cities

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 09:51

    Trump to tell Davos US wants free but 'fair' trade: official

  • London (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 07:30

    Trump apologises for retweeting far-right British group

  • Seoul (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 05:10

    South Korea hospital fire death toll jumps to 41: Yonhap

  • Kourou (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 02:23

    Ariane 5 satellites in orbit despite earlier 'lost contact'

  • Seoul (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 02:05

    Eight dead in S. Korea hospital blaze: firefighters

  • Kourou (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 01:25

    Arianespace has 'lost contact' with Ariane 5 rocket

  • Sao Paulo (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 00:05

    Brazil authorities prevent former leader Lula from leaving country

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/26/2018 - 00:02

    Trump proposes US citizenship plan for 1.8 mn undocumented immigrants

  • New York (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 22:04

    Dow again ends at record following strong earnings

  • Beirut (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 21:13

    Afrin urges Syria to intervene to stop Turkish planes overhead

  • New York (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 20:39

    US currency rallies after Trump backs 'strong dollar' 

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 20:25

    'I want to see a strong dollar,' Trump tells CNBC

  • Brussels (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 18:05

    NATO chief says Turkey has right to 'defend self' amid Syria campaign

  • Bamako (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 17:43

    Toll from Mali landmine blast at 24: local residents

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 16:17

    Trump says Palestinians 'disrespected' US, aid on hold

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:51

    Trump hails 'great relationship' with UK's May

  • Berlin (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:45

    Germany calls for NATO talks after Turkey's Syria offensive

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:32

    ECB sees 'few chances' for rate rises this year: Draghi

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:25

    Draghi urges restraint in language after Mnuchin comments

  • London (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:16

    Euro above $1.25 for first time since December 2014

  • Bamako (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 15:07

    Landmine kills 13 civilians in Mali, say local officials

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 14:43

    Exchange rate 'volatility' is 'source of uncertainty': Draghi

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 13:48

    ECB holds key interest rates at historic lows: spokeswoman

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 13:41

    Kabul hotel attack killed at least 25: official

  • Madrid (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 13:07

    Spain plans to take Puigdemont's bid for Catalan presidency to court

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 10:56

    Trump arrives in Switzerland to attend Davos forum

  • Frankfurt am Main (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 10:07

    German business morale hits fresh record high in January: Ifo

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 09:38

    US 'not concerned' with short term dollar value: Mnuchin

  • Milan (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 08:53

    Two dead as train derails near Milan: Italian rescue services

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 08:37

    Kabul hotel attack killed 40 people: official

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 00:20

    Trump says could grant 'Dreamers' citizenship in 10-12 years

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/25/2018 - 00:17

    Trump willing to be questioned 'under oath' in Russia probe

  • Sao Paulo (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 23:36

    Lula says will run for presidency despite court setback

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 22:51

    Four US citizens were killed in Kabul hotel attack

  • New York (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 22:10

    Dow pushes to fresh record as Nasdaq retreats

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 21:02

    Trump urges Erdogan to 'de-escalate' Syria fighting

  • Porto Alegre (Brazil) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 21:00

    Brazil court increases Lula sentence to 12 years

  • Porto Alegre (Brazil) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 20:16

    Brazil's Lula loses appeal against corruption conviction

  • Yangon (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 19:39

    US diplomat resigns from Suu Kyi panel on Rakhine crisis

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 19:32

    Macedonia to rename airport in step to end name row with Greece

  • New York (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:55

    Elton John announces 'last' tour

  • Lansing (United States) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:52

    Disgraced doctor Nassar sentenced to 40 to 175 years in jail

  • Kinshasa (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:20

    UN hits out at surge in extra-judicial 'executions' in DR Congo

  • Lansing (United States) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:20

    Nassar sorry for 'emotional destruction' of abuse victims

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:11

    Macron tells Davos elite: 'France is back'

  • Cairo (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 18:01

    Rights lawyer latest to withdraw from Egypt presidential race

  • Kilis (Turkey) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 17:32

    One dead in Turkey by rockets from Syria: governor

  • Washington (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 17:18

    US sanctions N. Korean, Chinese firms aiding Pyongyang

  • Vienna (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 16:32

    UN Syria envoy says Vienna talks at 'very critical moment'

  • Paris (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 16:26

    Syria talks in Vienna 'last hope' for political solution: French minister

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 15:32

    Merkel warns 'protectionism not the answer' to world problems

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 14:58

    Zimbabwe elections expected before July: president

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 13:07

    Save the Children suspends Afghan operations after attack on office Save the Children suspends Afghan operations after attack on office

  • New York (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 12:46

    GE reports 4Q loss of $9.8 bn on insurance, tax charges

  • Brussels (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 12:44

    EU voices 'concern' at Romania's controversial judicial reforms

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 12:22

    IS claims attack on Save the Children in Afghanistan

  • Porto Alegre (Brazil) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 12:07

    Brazil court starts session crucial for Lula re-election hopes

  • Brussels (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 11:43

    EU hits Qualcomm with 1-bn euro fine for Apple deal

  • Madrid (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 11:20

    Madrid blocks Brussels meeting between Puigdemont, Catalan speaker: diplomatic source

  • Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 10:22

    US wants to work with rest of world at Davos: Mnuchin

  • Jalalabad (Afghanistan) (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 09:16

    Attack on Save the Children office in Afghanistan over: official

  • Kabul (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 06:13

    Blast outside Save the Children in eastern Afghanistan: official

  • Beijing (AFP) - 01/24/2018 - 05:54

    EU enovy urges China to release Swedish book publisher

You are here

News

Mourinho praises Sanchez after Man Utd FA Cup stroll

AFP / - Manchester United's striker Alexis Sanchez gestures during the FA Cup fourth round football match against Yeovil Town January 26, 2018

Jose Mourinho hailed new signing Alexis Sanchez after he delivered a man-of-the-match performance to fire Manchester United into the fifth round of the FA Cup with a 4-0 win against lowly Yeovil Town on Friday.

Sanchez was named in the starting line-up just days after he signed for United from Arsenal and was involved in the build-up to the first two goals, scored by Marcus Rashford and Ander Herrera.

Substitutes Jesse Lingard and Romelu Lukaku added late gloss to the scoreline as United ran out comfortable winners against their fourth-tier opponents.

"Alexis Sanchez is a fantastic addition, everyone is happy that he comes," said a delighted Mourinho. "Good players want good players. The question is always which one is going to be left out, it is not about that for us.

"We have a fantastic group of attacking players and he is another one with more maturity and experience. His choice for the second goal is a choice that a player like Marcus Rashford is too nervous to make that kind of decision. He brings maturity and class."

Fresh from signing a contract extension with United, Mourinho put out a much-changed side for the fourth-round clash in his 100th competitive match in charge but the visitors still had far too much firepower for Yeovil.

Sanchez lined up alongside Michael Carrick at Huish Park, with the veteran midfielder making his first start since September after he received treatment for an irregular heart rhythm.

It was the second time the sides have met in the Cup in four seasons and United were desperate to avoid an embarrassing slip-up against a side fighting for their lives in the bottom reaches of League Two.

United dominated possession early in the game but were unable to create many clear-cut chances despite a potent-looking forward line featuring the likes of Sanchez, Rashford and Juan Mata.

- Sanchez sharp -

Sanchez, wearing United's iconic number seven shirt, looked sharp on the left side of the attack, drifting into central areas to orchestrate United's attacks and taking some knocks from the rugged hosts.

Seconds after he shot narrowly wide from the edge of the area, he was involved in the build-up to the opening goal, releasing Rashford on the edge of the box.

Rashford lost control of the ball but a disastrous defensive mix-up in the home-side's penalty area gifted the 20-year-old forward with a clear opening, and he made no mistake, giving United the lead five minutes before half-time.

The football was scrappy after the interval, with the rotated United line-up struggling to find attacking rhythm but they extended their lead with half an hour to go, with Sanchez again central to the move.

The Chilean carried the ball forward during a United break and fed Herrera, who finished impressively with his left foot.

United began to find their fluency in the latter stages, with the in-form Lingard and Lukaku adding the goals to reflect United's superiority.

Elsewhere on Friday, Sheffield Wednesday beat Reading 3-1 in an all-Championship clash.

On Sunday, Pep Guardiola's Manchester City, who remain on course for an unprecedented quadruple, have a tough challenge against Championship high-fliers Cardiff while Chelsea face Newcastle.

In another all Premier-League tie on Saturday, Liverpool host West Brom while Nottingham Forest's reward for dumping out champions Arsenal in the third round is a trip to Hull.

AFP's worldwide network

The global network of Agence France Presse covers 151 countries

Find out more

Contact us

If you have news to share or a question, comment or suggestion, contact us via...

If you have news to share or a question, comment or suggestion, contact us via...
  • MAIL
  • Facebook
  • Twitter

    • Subsidiaries