Man Utd v Brighton in FA Cup semi-final: What they said

Key quotes after Manchester United beat Brighton 7-6 on penalties following a 0-0 draw after extra time in the FA Cup semi-finals on Sunday:

"It's going to be a big game against one of the best teams in Europe, in the world. But we showed already when we played against them at home that we can beat them."

-- Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea on facing Manchester City in the final.

"We are on the right track. One trophy, another final and fighting for the top four. It's not enough but it's a big step from last season."

-- De Gea

"It felt great. It was a great relief. I'm very happy for the win and to be in the final. I have confidence in myself and I knew which penalty I wanted to take." 

-- United defender Victor Lindelof, who scored the winning penalty

"He is quite cool when it comes to penalties and he's quite cool in general."

-- Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag on Lindelof.

"On Thursday I saw a team I didn't recognise but today we went back to usual. I could see determination and resilience. We fought for every yard and competed in every battle. We had good chances."

-- Ten Hag on the difference between Sunday's performance and Thursday night when United crashed out of the Europa League against Sevilla.

"In penalties anything can happen. You can make mistakes. March is one of the best players in our team and I'm proud of him and the rest of the players, especially today. He (March) is sad but I repeat, we have to close this day and tomorrow we have to think about another game. We need the possibility to forget. We want to achieve in Europe."

-- Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi on Solly March's crucial missed spot-kick.

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