Port Vale pulled off one of the great FA Cup upsets by knocking out Premier League Sunderland, with Newcastle fan Ben Waine scoring the winner. The League One side, 56 places below their opponents, reached the quarter-finals for the first time in 72 years.
Waine, a New Zealand international who will face England in a pre-World Cup friendly, scored a looping header in the 28th minute after a chaotic scramble in the box. The 24-year-old, whose mother is a Geordie, dedicated the goal to his family.
Sunderland dominated early but failed to capitalise, hitting the post through Eliezer Mayenda. Port Vale grew in confidence, and despite a controversial moment when George Hall was brought down by goalkeeper Melker Ellborg but only a yellow card was given, they held on.
Jordan Gabriel cleared a shot off the line and Joe Gauci made crucial saves to preserve the lead. Manager Jon Brady, an Australian, praised his team's spirit, saying they gave everything despite being 11 points adrift in League One.
The victory marks the greatest day in Port Vale's 150-year history, with fans celebrating long after the final whistle. Robbie Williams, the club's most famous supporter, watched from his bar as his team created memories that will last a lifetime.
