They made the world sit up and take notice. Sunderland stormed to a famous win over Manchester City in the 1973 FA Cup 5th round and here are some reminders.They made the world sit up and take notice. Sunderland stormed to a famous win over Manchester City in the 1973 FA Cup 5th round and here are some reminders.
They made the world sit up and take notice. Sunderland stormed to a famous win over Manchester City in the 1973 FA Cup 5th round and here are some reminders.

Sunderland 1973: Nine reminders of Sunderland's battle with Manchester City in the 1973 FA Cup 5th round

Was this the greatest night in Sunderland AFC’s history?

It was the 5th round FA Cup replay against Manchester City in 1973 - and Sunderland won 3-1 amid a cauldron of noise, almost 50 years to the day.

A huge crowd of more than 51,000 were there and we want to know if you were among them as the city celebrates five decades since the Black Cats’ incredible FA Cup victory. Re-live the atmosphere with our picture round-up and then get in touch to share your memories.

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