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Port Vale stun Bristol City to reach FA Cup fifth round

March 3, 2026 · BBC Sport

Port Vale secured a historic FA Cup fifth-round spot with a dramatic 1-0 extra-time victory over Championship side Bristol City at Vale Park.

League One strugglers Port Valley caused a major cup upset by defeating higher-league opponents Bristol City through a solitary goal in extra time. The victory marks the first time in 30 years that Port Vale have progressed to the fifth round of the FA Cup.

The result at Vale Park sets up an intriguing fifth-round tie for the League One side, who have proven that they can compete with teams from higher divisions in this season's competition.

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