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Tuesday, January 6, 2015

Story of the FA Cup third round

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The drama of the FA Cup third round took fans up and down the country in the hope of either witnessing a cup upset or their side taking one step closer to Wembley.


You've been sharing your cup-fever moments with us on #getcarriedaway  and here's a selection of your stories.


The action started on Friday as Cardiff City hosted Colchester United.


Michael Welsh and friends were among the contingent of visiting supporters hoping League One Colchester could cause an early upset.

Michael Welsh and Colchester United fans at Cardiff

But Cardiff were the first team to reach the fourth round, winning 3-1.


For some, third-round weekend marked the latest stage on a long journey.

John Coyle road to Wembley t-shirt John Coyle tweeted: On my way to Millwall v Bradford for my 10th match since starting in August at Silsden


He even had the T-shirt to prove where he's been since the extra preliminary round.


Blyth Spartans were the lowest-ranked side in the third round and preparations for the visit of Championship side Birmingham City took place all week at Croft Park.

Blyth fans lay out their flags Blyth Spirit tweeted: That's my flag up already @Blyth_Spartans Croft Park still a hive of activity TV lorries everywhere


Fans made sure their travel plans were well in hand.

Blyth fan takes train to the game Laura Dodds tweeted: Howay Blyth!


Also on the road to Blyth were the team from Football Focus.

Blyth fines list Presenter Dan Walker caught an early glimpse of Blyth Spartans's fine list

Blyth socks Stuart Laws tweeted: @Blyth_Spartans lucky socks are on, they've got a 100% record so it's in the bag today. #howayblyth #getcarriedaway


BBC Radio 5 live also came live from Blyth with their main commentary game on Saturday.

Mark Pougatch and Chris Waddle with Blyth fans Presenter Mark Pougatch and Chris Waddle met Spartans fans ready for battle ahead of kick-off


Despite the non-leaguers taking a 2-0 first-half lead through Robbie Dale's goals, Birmingham had the last laugh as their second-half comeback secured a 3-2 victory.


Conference side Southport were another non-league side looking to upset league opposition when they travelled to Championship Derby County.

Dave Eyres and Southport fans Dave Eyres tweeted: At the iPro .... Smiles before the first whistle ... Make them stay come full time @southport_fc


But home fans were confident of avoiding a giant-killing...

Derby hat and scarf Paul tweeted ahead of the match: I ain't afraid of no minnows! #FACup


....and Derby had a lucky escape as an injury-time penalty from Chris Martin secured a 1-0 victory.


New manager Chris Hughton took Brighton to fellow Championship side Brentford looking to progress to the fourth round...

Brighton fan Oli Collins tweeted: On the way to Brentford to see Brighton in the FA Cup!

Seagulls scarf and train ticket David Southgate tweets: Heading to Griffin Park #FACup #getcarriedaway


...and it was a great start for Hughton as Brighton won 2-0.

Dipak Karki Brighton supporter Dipak Karki tweeted: A fantastic but crazy result! We are going to Wembley... UTA


League One Rochdale fans were confident of causing an upset at home to Championship Nottingham Forest...

Rochdale fan Aaron and family Aaron and family were confident ahead of kick-off at Spotland


....and once the final whistle had blown on a 1-0 win for Dale, here was their reaction.

Rochdale fan Aaron and family post match

Jessie appears to have cottoned on to Sunderland's nickname - the Black Cats.

Jessie the Black Cat Matt Wright tweeted: Jessie is ready for the FA Cup tie tomorrow


Will she prove a lucky mascot against Leeds United on Sunday?


Share your FA Cup moments via #getcarriedaway  and if your team has already made it to the fourth round, tweet @BBCSport  and tell us who you'd like to face using #mydreamdraw 


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