In this year’s Emirates FA Cup journey, several standout players left their mark, including Billy Bodin from Oxford United. Despite Bodin’s notable contributions, he narrowly missed out on securing a spot in the FA Cup team of the season.
Throughout the campaign, Bodin displayed his prowess with three crucial goals. His standout performances included a match-winning brace against Maidenhead United in the first round and another goal in a home victory against Grimsby Town in the following round.
Despite Bodin’s impressive efforts, the spot in the team of the season ultimately went to Haji Wright from Coventry City. Wright’s stellar performance, which saw him scoring three times as Coventry reached the semi-finals, earned him a comfortable victory in a Twitter poll conducted by the official FA Cup account.
The FA Cup team of the season featured a formidable lineup, including notable names like Manchester United’s Andre Onana in goal, alongside defenders from Manchester United and Coventry City. The midfield saw representation from Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne, among others, while the attacking force was led by talents like Wright, Cole Palmer from Chelsea, and Ellis Simms from Coventry.
Although Bodin’s journey in this year’s FA Cup didn’t culminate with a spot in the team of the season, his contributions were noteworthy and served as a testament to his skill and dedication on the field. As he bids farewell to Oxford United this summer, his impact in the tournament will be remembered by fans and followers alike.
