May 30, (THEWILL) – Manchester United’s preparations for the highly anticipated FA Cup final against Manchester City have been dealt a significant blow with the news that Anthony Martial will be unable to feature.
The Red Devils, eager to secure another trophy in their relatively successful 2022/2023 campaign and thwart their cross-town rivals’ treble aspirations, will have to face the challenge without the services of their talented forward. He is ruled out due to a hamstring strain he suffered during Sunday’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over Fulham.
Following subsequent assessments, it was revealed that the 27-year-old Frenchman has sustained a muscle tear, effectively ruling him out of the much-anticipated clash at Wembley. This setback adds to Martial’s season-long struggles with injuries and inconsistent form. Despite making 29 appearances across all competitions, the forward scored nine goals and provided three assists.
Alongside Martial, there are also concerns regarding Antony’s availability due to an ankle problem, although a final decision on his participation has yet to be made. Regrettably, Lisandro Martinez, Marcel Sabitzer, and Donny van de Beek have already seen their seasons cut short due to injuries.
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