Sunderland will face either Port Vale or Bristol City on Sunday, March 8, and it got me thinking about some of the other classic 5th round encounters that the Black Cats have faced.
There’s been thrills and excitement in games against Arsenal, Manchester City, Everton and Norwich.
Have a look and see how many you remember.
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5. Midfield action
Mickey Horswill in action in the FA Cup fifth round replay against Manchester City in 1973. Sunderland won 3-1. | se Photo: Sunderland Echo
6. Billy's belter
Willie Donachie, left, and Colin Bell of Manchester City look on as Sunderland forward Billy Hughes crashes home his side's second goal. | se Photo: Sunderland Echo
7. Flashback to 1964
Tens of thousands of fans queue for tickets outside Roker Park in March 1964 for the 5th round game against Everton. Sunderland beat Everton 3-1 to secure a 6th round tie against Manchester United. | se Photo: Sunderland Echo
8. Roaring back to 1964
Charlie Hurley leads the Sunderland team out for a 1964 FA Cup tie against Everton at Roker Park. The Black Cats won 3-1. | se