Sunderland vs Fulham LIVE: FA Cup result, final score and reaction
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Fulham booked an all-Premier League FA Cup tie with Leeds United after beating second-tier Sunderland 3-2 in their fourth-round replay on Wednesday.
After the first encounter finished 1-1, Fulham raced into an early lead through Harry Wilson’s fine finish inside the penalty area.
Marco Silva’s team, who have impressed in their first season back in the English top flight this term, looked to be cruising through to the next round after substitute Andreas Pereira added a second just before the hour mark.
Jack Clarke got the hosts back into the contest with 13 minutes left, however, to give Sunderland fans hope, before Layvin Kurzawa restored Fulham’s two-goal lead in the 82nd minute.
Young substitute Jewison Bennette’s cool finish in stoppage time ensured a nervy finish for Fulham, but they held on to secure their first victory in five matches in all competitions.
Sunderland vs Fulham
Attempt missed. Andreas Pereira (Fulham) left footed shot from the centre of the box is too high. Assisted by Aleksandar Mitrovic.
Sunderland vs Fulham
Attempt blocked. Tom Cairney (Fulham) left footed shot from more than 35 yards is blocked.
Sunderland vs Fulham
Attempt missed. Pierre Ekwah (Sunderland) left footed shot from outside the box is close, but misses to the right.
Sunderland vs Fulham
Attempt blocked. Jewison Bennette (Sunderland) left footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Assisted by Jack Clarke.
Sunderland vs Fulham
Substitution, Sunderland. Pierre Ekwah replaces Édouard Michut.
Sunderland vs Fulham
Substitution, Sunderland. Jewison Bennette replaces Amad Diallo.
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