Oliver Norwood helped book Sheffield United's place in the fifth round of the FA Cup by scoring at Millwall: Robin Parker/SportimageOliver Norwood helped book Sheffield United's place in the fifth round of the FA Cup by scoring at Millwall: Robin Parker/Sportimage
Oliver Norwood helped book Sheffield United's place in the fifth round of the FA Cup by scoring at Millwall: Robin Parker/Sportimage

Own-goal heartache, an old foe and vintage Port-er: The last five times Sheffield United reached the FA Cup fifth round

Sheffield United face Reading tonight in the FA Cup fifth round – but what happened the last five teams the Blades reached that stage of the world’s most famous cup competition?
By Danny Hall
Published 3rd Mar 2020, 12:00 BST

We delved into the archive to find out. Follow every key moment of tonight’s cup tie on our live blog, at www.thestar.co.uk.

Ollie Norwood scored at The Den to seal United's fifth-round spot - what happened the last five times United reached that point? Pic: Robin Parker/Sportimage

1. Oliver Norwood of Sheffield Utd celebrates scoring the second goal during the FA Cup match at The Den, London. Picture date: 25th January 2020. Picture credit should read: Robin Parker/Sportimage

Ollie Norwood scored at The Den to seal United's fifth-round spot - what happened the last five times United reached that point? Pic: Robin Parker/Sportimage Photo: Robin Parker

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In 2004/05, United earned a replay against Arsenal but lost a penalty shoot-out at Bramall Lane

2. Gunner-ed down

In 2004/05, United earned a replay against Arsenal but lost a penalty shoot-out at Bramall Lane Photo: Steve Ellis

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Kenny had an injection before the game to help him get through it - but it meant he could only dive one way in the shoot-out!

3. Phil Jagielka and Paddy Kenny salute Blades fans after the game

Kenny had an injection before the game to help him get through it - but it meant he could only dive one way in the shoot-out! Photo: Dean Atkins

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In 2008, United's fifth-round tie again went to a replay against Middlesbrough

4. More heartbreak for Kenny

In 2008, United's fifth-round tie again went to a replay against Middlesbrough Photo: PAUL ELLIS

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