Earps: We've never performed with more heart

Early efforts from Lucia Garcia and Rachel Williams put Marc Skinner's team on the path to Wembley, before former Red Lauren James halved the deficit on the stroke of half-time.

But despite Emma Hayes's side's best efforts, United's defence – and Earps, in particular – performed brilliantly to thwart the reigning champions and see the Reds into the FA Cup final for the second season in a row.

"[It feels] so good," said Mary in an interview with BBC Sport after the match.

"This season has been so hard. It's been mentally brutal but I’m so glad, [we are] back for the final.

"One more game to go, come on."

Affectionately named 'Queen of Stops', Mary made a string of important saves in the second…