Adam Federici 's error gave them a 2 - 1 victory in FA cup semi - final . Federici fumbled ben Sanchez 's shot - allowing it to go through his legs . Federici left the pitch in tears and apolgised for his mistake after the match . FA cup final is on the 30 - same day Federici will marry his girlfriend . There is no suggestion , however , that he let the goal in on purpose .
Adam Federici 's error gave Arsenal a 2-1 victory in FA Cup semi-final . Federici fumbled Alexis Sanchez 's shot - allowing it to go through his legs . Federici left the pitch in tears and apolgised for his error after the game . FA Cup final is on May 30 - same day Federici will marry his girlfriend . There is no suggestion , however , that he let the goal in on purpose .