Marcus Rashford has told Amad Diallo he is on the right path to becoming a regular at Manchester United following his winner against Liverpool on Sunday.
Amad scored deep into the second half of extra-time to win his side the match but was sent off for taking his shirt off afterwards.
The young Ivory Coast star made just his fourth appearance of the season when he came on as a substitute in the 85th minute.
But he came up with the vital moment in the 121st minute to send Old Trafford wild and seal an incredible 4-3 win.
Amad Diallo has been sent a message by Marcus Rashford after Man Utd's win over Liverpool
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In the heat of the moment, Amad took his shirt off as he celebrated in front of the Stretford End.
But he had clearly forgotten that he was given a yellow card just minutes earlier when he delayed Liverpool taking a free kick.
Referee John Brooks allowed United to continue their celebrations before brandishing a second yellow and then a red to Amad.
Rashford says the youngster will be disappointed with his lack of game time this season.
However, he thinks he will have a bright future if he continues to produce big moments such as Sunday's.
Rashford told ITV: "Listen, I'm happy for him. He's been working hard this year and he's probably not had the opportunities that he would have wished.
"But listen, if he wants to have more opportunities, there's no better way to prove it than nights like tonight."
United forced extra-time when Antony drew the game level at 2-2 just three minutes before the end of the regular 90.
Liverpool scored first in the additional period when Harvey Elliott's deflected strike beat Andre Onana.
But United didn't give up and Rashford again equalised for the hosts in the 112th before Amad's late winner.
Rashford was loving the post-match atmosphere, adding: "The noise here, you can tell what a big game it is.
"Huge occasion. Listen, we've not had the season that we've wanted but nights like this will forever be good at Old Trafford. So pleased that we can get the win."
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Amad Diallo was sent off after scoring for Man Utd against Liverpool
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Rashford missed a glaring opportunity to win the match with the final kick of normal time.
He was pleased to finally get on the scoresheet, replying: "Yeah 100 per cent.
"I wish it was done half an hour ago! But we're happy we got the job done in the end.
"Onto the next round now and we have to keep pushing and get something out of the season.
Marcus Rashford and Scott McTominay were on the scoresheet for Man Utd against Liverpool
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"Today represents what it's always represented for me, nothing's changed.
"It's a massive night in the history of United, a big game against Liverpool and we're happy that it gets us through to a semi-final.
"But even if it's a normal game against Liverpool, we need to win."
United will play Championship side Coventry in the semi-final on the weekend of April 19/20.
