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'Maybe the thought of taking a penalty at Wembley was too much'

'Maybe the thought of taking a penalty at Wembley was too much'

Summary

Erling Haaland passed up a chance to score a penalty during Manchester City's FA Cup final against Crystal Palace. Omar Marmoush took the penalty instead, but it was saved by Dean Henderson, resulting in Crystal Palace's win and Manchester City's loss at Wembley.

Key Facts

  • Erling Haaland did not take a penalty in the FA Cup final, giving the chance to Omar Marmoush.
  • Omar Marmoush's penalty was saved by goalkeeper Dean Henderson.
  • Crystal Palace defeated Manchester City to win their first major trophy.
  • Haaland has not scored in his last six games at Wembley.
  • Manchester City lost back-to-back finals at Wembley, last year to Manchester United.
  • Haaland has missed a penalty in three of his past seven attempts.
  • Haaland scored 52 goals in 53 games during his first season with Manchester City.
  • Eberechi Eze scored the goal that helped Crystal Palace win the match.

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