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FA Cup: Yakubu's Brace Powers Reading Past Derby County at iPro Stadium (Fifth Round)
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FA Cup: Yakubu's Brace Powers Reading Past Derby County at iPro Stadium (Fifth Round)
Readings Yakubu Aiyegbeni shoots to score his sides second goal of the game
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In this electrifying moment captured by Mike Egerton during the FA Cup Fifth Round match between Derby County and Reading in the 2014-15 season, Yakubu Aiyegbeni is seen celebrating the scoring of his brace, which propelled his team into a commanding 2-0 lead at iPro Stadium. The Nigerian international striker, clad in Reading's royal blue and white, confidently plants the ball into the back of the net after a cleverly worked move, leaving Derby's defenders grasping at thin air. The atmosphere inside the stadium is electric, with the Reading supporters in full voice, their team poised to take a significant step towards the FA Cup semi-finals. The underdogs from Berkshire had already shocked the footballing world by eliminating Premier League giants, Stoke City, in the previous round. Derby County, under the management of Steve McClaren, were considered strong favorites to progress to the next stage, but Yakubu's brace had other ideas. The FA Cup, the oldest domestic football competition in the world, has a rich history of producing memorable moments and upsets, and this encounter was no exception. The tension was palpable as both teams fought tooth and nail for supremacy, with Reading's resilient defence and counter-attacking prowess causing Derby County numerous headaches. As the final whistle blew, Reading emerged victorious, with Yakubu's brace proving to be the difference between the two sides. This iconic photo encapsulates the drama, passion, and unpredictability of the beautiful game, reminding us that anything can happen in the FA Cup.
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