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It represents a notable success for interim head coach Amber Whiteley, who has stepped in following the departure of Matt Beard. Advertisement Whiteley has recently been added to Carla Ward’s Ireland staff. Katie McCabe was in action for an Arsenal team that lost out. Liverpool's Grace Fisk and Arsenal's Katie McCabe.Alamy Stock Photo Alamy Stock Photo In the semi-finals, Liverpool will travel to London to face Chelsea, who were also 1-0 winners against Crystal Palace. Palace defended strongly but were ultimately unable to deny Sonia Bompastor’s side another victory, with Lauren James scoring the only goal in the 64th minute. Chelsea remain unbeaten this season as they chase a quadruple, with the final of the League Cup against Manchester City next weekend their first chance for silverware. The other FA Cup semi-final will be a Manchester derby, with City joining reigning champions United in the last four thanks to a 2-0 win over Aston Villa. 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