FC Midtjylland Edge AGF in Danish Cup Semi-Final First Leg

FC Midtjylland take narrow lead in Danish Cup Semi-Final

FC Midtjylland beat league leaders AGF 1-0 in Danish Cup semi-final first leg thanks to Han-Beom Lee's header.

Midtjylland dominated possession in the second half but struggled to break down AGF's defense...

FC Midtjylland edged league leaders AGF 1-0 in the Danish Cup semi-final first leg, thanks to a second-half header from Han-Beom Lee.

The first 45 minutes were low-key, with the freezing cold likely contributing to the lack of excitement. Midtjylland's Lee broke the deadlock after the break, heading home the winner.

The first half was a scuffling, stop-start affair with few clear chances. Midtjylland's early push was thwarted when AGF's Carstensen was fouled, and a subsequent corner led to a disallowed goal for the visitors.

The game lacked rhythm, with plenty of whistles disrupting play.

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Midtjylland dominated possession in the second half but struggled to break down AGF's defense. The deadlock was finally broken when Han-Beom Lee headed home a cross from Aral Simsir, catching goalkeeper Jesper Hansen off guard.

The goal came around the hour mark, and it was Midtjylland's reward for a stubborn defensive display. 

Midtjylland sat back to defend their lead, and AGF failed to capitalize on promising situations, unable to find an equalizer.

In the other semi-final, FC Copenhagen edged Viborg 2-1 in the first leg. The Danish Cup final is set for Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, on May 14 (Ascension Day).