Stoke-on-trent: In a remarkable turn of events during the FA Cup's fifth round, Port Vale, a team struggling at the bottom of League One, managed to defeat Sunderland with a 1-0 victory, advancing to the quarterfinals for the first time since 1954.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Ben Wayne scored the decisive goal in the 28th minute, leading to a significant triumph for Vale Park, who are currently battling the threat of relegation from League One. Wayne expressed his satisfaction with the team's performance, acknowledging the challenging pitch conditions. "We're in good form at the moment. I know it wasn't a pretty game, but we put in a great effort and I think we deserved to win, despite the poor pitch conditions. We played to the conditions. We defended with all our might," Wayne stated.

This victory marks a pivotal moment for Port Vale, as they continue to navigate a difficult season with hopes of maintaining their status in League One, while also celebrating their historic achievement in the FA Cup.