"The Premier League visitors had not won away in any competition since last April and look certain to be relegated to the Championship this season. But Rob Edwards's side showed impressive resilience to avoid the kind of ignominy which led to Manchester United being dumped out of the Carabao Cup here this season. Perri makes key save as Leeds sink Birmingham in FA Cup shootout After beating Ruben Amorim's side on penalties, Grimsby went on to win at Sheffield Wednesday"
"The game began in freezing temperatures and driving rain made playing conditions extremely difficult. The hosts almost led inside the opening 45 seconds when Charles Vernam cut inside from the left flank and fired a low shot just wide of the far post. It was a classic FA Cup tie and had all the makings of an upset, but Wolves showed glimpses of their class. Gomes fired an effort against the crossbar before the break, but"
Santiago Bueno's second-half winner put Wolves into the FA Cup fifth round as League Two Grimsby exited with pride. Wolves had not won away in any competition since last April and look likely to be relegated to the Championship, yet Rob Edwards's side showed resilience to avoid a cup shock. Grimsby entered the tie on a 10-game unbeaten run after beating Manchester United on penalties and winning at Sheffield Wednesday, despite a heavy Brentford defeat. Head coach Dave Artell strengthened the club's community ties and raised the club's profile. The tie at Blundell Park saw freezing temperatures, driving rain, a crowd of 8,594, an early Charles Vernam chance, and Gomes hitting the crossbar before half-time.
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