Sheffield Wednesday boss Garry Monk proud after FA Cup exit to Manchester City

Manchester City's Bernardo Silva (left) and Sheffield Wednesday's Barry Bannan battle for the ball at Hillsborough. Picture: Martin Rickett/PA

The visitors were not overly troubled by their Championship hosts at Hillsborough, but were made to work hard for their victory.

A firm left-foot finish from Sergio Aguero, which squirmed under goalkeeper Joe Wildsmith on 53 minutes, proved the difference and means City, the holders, will now travel to Newcastle in the quarter-finals.

Wednesday boss Garry Monk was proud of his battling side, but felt they had a genuine gripe over City’s goal with replays suggesting Aguero may have been fractionally offside, although VAR was not being used in the tie.

Sheffield Wednesday manager Garry Monk shows his frustration on the touchline at Hillsborough. Picture: Martin Rickett/PA

“The players did exactly what I asked and delivered it at a very good level,” said Monk. “Overall we’re disappointed to lose the game to a goal that should have been offside. I would rather have lost it to a goal that was more legitimate.

“What is strange is having VAR in some grounds and not others but I am not complaining. Credit to them, they are a fantastic team.

“I’m disappointed with the result but very pleased with the level of commitment.”