Aston Villa Advances to FA Cup Semi-Finals After 3-0 Win Over Preston

Marcus Rashford's first goals for Villa and Jacob Ramsey's strike secure their first semi-final appearance since 2015.

• Aston Villa defeated Preston North End 3-0 to reach the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time in a decade.
• Marcus Rashford scored twice, including a penalty, marking his first goals for Villa since joining on loan from Manchester United.
• Jacob Ramsey sealed the victory with a powerful strike in the 71st minute at Deepdale Stadium.
• Preston North End, the only non-Premier League team in the quarter-finals, saw their impressive run end after 15 unbeaten home games.
• The FA Cup semi-final draw will take place later today, with Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, and the winner of Manchester City vs. Bournemouth joining Villa at Wembley.

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