It was a phenomenal year to be a Sunderland Echo journalist.
They got to see it all as Bob Stokoe’s team went on a fairy tale journey towards legend status.
Here are those stories once more – from the 3rd round through to that epic day at Wembley.
1. Not the best start
Sunderland's run almost ended before it began. It was only a Dave Watson goal which won them a replay at Roker Park. Photo: se
2. One man against the Black Cats
The Reading keeper Steve Death kept his team in the tie with a superb performance at Roker Park, but Sunderland took the game 3-1 in the replay. Photo: se
3. Key signings
David Young became one of three key signings that year when he joined from Newcastle. Full back Ron Guthrie would soon follow. Photo: se
4. Next stop Manchester
Sunderland had seen off Reading and Manchester City were waiting for them in the 5th round. But the Sunderland team would have plenty of support with thousands of Mackems on their way to Maine Road. Photo: se