Cisse’s late strike sends Stoke to the next round | OneFootball

Stoke City reached the FA Cup fourth round thanks to a sensational 25-yard half-volley from Lamine Cisse in the dying minutes, securing a 1-0 win over Championship rivals Coventry City at the Bet365 Stadium.

The match was tight and competitive, with both goalkeepers busy. Coventry hit the post twice through Haji Wright and Jack Rudoni, while Stoke threatened with Million Manhoef and Divin Mubama, whose close-range effort was blocked on the line.

Cisse ultimately proved the hero, firing home late to break the deadlock and send Stoke through, leaving Coventry frustrated after a strong second-half showing.

Incidents: The story of the match

1':

The match begins

8':

Missed opportunity! Million Manhoef of Stoke City took a left-footed shot from the center of the box, but it went wide to the left. The attempt was set up by Tomás Rigo.

21':

Missed opportunity! Ben Wilmot of Stoke City took a right-footed shot from just a few yards out, but it went wide to the left. The chance was set up by Tomás Rigo, who delivered a cross after a corner kick.

45':

Missed opportunity! Haji Wright from Coventry City heads the ball from the center of the box, but it goes wide to the left. The cross was delivered by Joel Latibeaudiere.

45 +2':

Missed opportunity! Maksym Talovierov from Stoke City takes a right-footed shot from the center of the box, but it sails high and to the right of the goal.

45 +2':

Missed opportunity! Divin Mubama from Stoke City took a left-footed shot from close range, but it sailed just over the bar. The chance was set up by Maksym Talovierov after a corner kick.

Stoke City takes the lead with a score of 1-0 against Coventry City. Lamine Cissé scores with a powerful right-footed strike from outside the penalty area, finding the top right corner of the net.

88':

GOAL Stoke City: Lamine Cissé (Stoke City) scores!

Lamine Cissé scores goal number 1 in the competition (1 matches)

998':

The referee whistles for the end of the match