League One strugglers Port Vale advanced to the FA Cup fifth round for the first time since 1996 after Ben Waine struck an extra‑time winner to defeat Bristol City at Vale Park.

Waine decided the tie with eight minutes remaining, latching onto Andre Gray’s through-ball, rounding Joe Lumley and finishing from a tight angle to reward a disciplined and determined Vale performance. The result sees the Valiants join fellow EFL clubs Mansfield Town, Wrexham, Southampton and Norwich City in the last 16.

Vale created the better chances throughout, with Waine threatening three times in the first half—glancing a header wide, driving at goal to force a save, and nodding off-target from a corner. Bristol City improved after the break, but Sam Bell twice failed to convert their best openings.

Extra time brought half-chances for both sides. Waine had an effort cleared off the line after pouncing on a loose header, while Vale goalkeeper Joe Gauci was equal to Scott Twine’s free-kick.

Just as penalties appeared likely, Waine delivered the decisive moment to cap a memorable night for the bottom‑placed League One side.

Port Vale will host Premier League Sunderland in the fifth round on Sunday as their unexpected cup run continues.

Port Vale reach FA Cup fifth round for first time in 30 years

Port Vale reach FA Cup fifth round for first time in 30 years