Arsenal's FA Cup Exit: Southampton's Stunning Upset

0:00On April 5th, Arsenal, the Premier League leaders, just got knocked out of the FA Cup quarter finals by Championship side Southampton, thanks to A. Late winner from Shay Charles. The gunner spelled 1-0 down in the 35th minute when Ross Stewart finished off a misjudged ball by Ben White, but Victor Giochor is leveled in. Up in the 68th, still, Charles sealed the deal with a smart finish, sending same marries into wild celebrations. Coming off their caribou cup, final loss to Manchester City, and an international break riddled with injuries to 11 players, Arsenal fielded stars. Like Martin Oedigard and Kai Havards. They boss possession, but created slim pickings up front, while Southampton's quit balls behind the defense caused chaos all game. The Saints wrote a 14-match unbeaten streak into this one. Fans are buzzing about Arsenal's shaky showing, barely any real threats, and even their 16-year-old max downman was the brightest spark going forward.

1:00Southampton earned it, hitting the bar and creating the better chances, no fluke here. Arsenal's double dream is dashed, and with Gabriel, Magalhe's, lipping off injured, it stings extra. Now Southampton head to Wimbley Semis for the first time since 2021, wearing yellow kits to mark 50 years since their last FA Cup win. Arsenal licked their wounds, but stayed 9 points clear at the top of the Premier League. Arteta's got to rally the squad quick. They face sporting in the Champions League quarterfinals, Tuesday at 8 p.m. British summertime, while Southampton tackle Rex Ham in the championship same night. Eyes on the prize to avoid a trophy less lump.