Roberto De Zerbi wants to rewrite the history books with Brighton as he seeks to keep the club on course for a first major trophy with victory over Manchester United in Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final.
Albion’s only previous FA Cup final appearance was a 2-2 draw followed by a 4-0 replay defeat to United in 1983 at the end of a season which included relegation from the top flight.
“We would like to try to change the history,” said the Albion boss. “I think the fans have to be proud for this squad, these players because they are different than other players, other teams. They feel the importance for the people, for our fans and they are playing for us.
“I can give them my passion, my vision of work, not more because I’m not a player. But for sure we would like to make our fans happy.
“I’m looking forward to playing this game. For sure, (it’s) one of the most important.”
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1. LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 22: A general view of fans arriving on Wembley Way prior to the FA Cup Semi Final match between Manchester City and Sheffield United at Wembley Stadium on April 22, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
FA Cup semi-final weekend at Wembley Stadium will see Manchester City takes on Sheffield United and Brighton v Man United Photo: Shaun Botterill
2. Sheffield United
To beat Man City - 14-1. To lift the trophy - 50-1 Photo: Julian Finney
3. Man United
To Beat Brighton 2-1. To lift the trophy 4/7 Photo: Ash Donelon
4. Brighton
To beat Man United - 11/8. To lift the trophy 5/1. Photo: GLYN KIRK