London: Hull City twice came from behind to beat obstinate third tier side Sheffield United 5-3 in an FA Cup semi-final at Wembley on Sunday to reach the final for the first time.
In a frantic opening half, Jose Baxter gave Sheffield United a shock lead on 19 minutes. Yannick Sagbo equalised for Hull on 42 minutes, but Stefan Scougall restored the League One side`s advantage just before halftime.
Hull fought back at the start of the second period with substitute Matty Fryatt and Tom Huddlestone scoring in quick succession, before Stephen Quinn`s header effectively wrapped up victory for the Premier League side.
Jamie Murphy snatched a late consolation for United in injury time, before Hull added a fifth through David Meyler.
Hull will now play Arsenal in the final at Wembley on May 17 after Arsene Wenger`s side sneaked past Wigan Athletic on penalties in the other semi-final on Saturday.
Reuters
First Published: Sunday, April 13, 2014, 23:25
