Revealed: The six-figure cash sum Sheffield United have pocketed in FA Cup - and how much more they could earn
Sheffield United have moved into the hat for the FA Cup fifth round after a win against Plymouth Argyle on Saturday.
And the Blades cup run will be rewarded with a financial boost – courtesy of the FA Cup’s prize fund.
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Hide AdAlthough the FA confirmed prize money fund will be reduced this season following the pandemic, winners in each round are able to earn cash.
United pocketed £82,000 for their third round win over Bristol Rovers and £90,000 following the victory against Plymouth.
That means in total Sheffield United have gained a cool £172,000 in prize moneyduring their run this year.
And Chris Wilder’s side stands to earn more cash the further they advance in the competition.
Prizemoney for the FA Cup in full:
Extra Preliminary Round winners – £1,125
Extra Preliminary Round losers – £375
Preliminary Round winners – £1,444
Preliminary Round losers – £481
First Round Qualifying winners – £2,250
First Round Qualifying losers – £750
Second Round Qualifying winners – £3,375
Second Round Qualifying losers – £1,125
Third Round Qualifying winners – £5,625
Third Round Qualifying losers – £1,875
Fourth Round Qualifying winners – £9,375
Fourth Round Qualifying losers – £3,125
First Round Proper winners – £22,629
Second Round Proper winners – £34,000
Third Round Proper winners – £82,000
Fourth Round Proper winners – £90,000
Fifth Round Proper winners – £180,00
Quarter Final winners – £360,000
Semi Final losers – £450,000
Semi Final winners – £900,000
Final runners-up – £900,000
Final winners – £1,800,000