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Epic FA Cup Clash: Blackburn Rovers vs. Cambridge United Unveiled

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Discover the thrilling showdown between Blackburn Rovers and Cambridge United in the FA Cup!

Blackburn Rovers take on Cambridge United at Ewood Park for a momentous Emirates FA Cup Third Round battle, marking the first encounter in 31 years. The match heats up as Sammie Szmodics secures a hat-trick, propelling Blackburn into the fourth round after a tense first half against Cambridge, a League One side. The Lancashire Telegraph gives insights into player performances, with Szmodics shining bright with his stellar display. The intense game ends with Blackburn triumphing 5-2, with Szmodics' exceptional goalscoring capabilities leading the team to victory. With Manchester City as the reigning FA Cup champions, this season marks the 143rd edition of the prestigious tournament, showcasing the rich history and competitive spirit in English football.

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U's Matchday: Blackburn Rovers (A) (Cambridge United)

The U's head up to Ewood Park for the first time in 31 years to face Blackburn Rovers in the Emirates FA Cup Third Round...

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Szmodics hat-trick helps Blackburn past Cambridge (BBC Sport)

Sammie Szmodics' first career hat-trick guides Blackburn into the FA Cup fourth round after a first-half scare against League One side Cambridge.

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Blackburn Rovers vs Cambridge United LIVE: FA Cup result, final ... (The Independent)

This season marks the 143rd edition of the world's oldest cup competition, with Manchester City the reigning champions after they secured their seventh victory ...

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Blackburn Rovers ratings as Szmodics shines against Cambridge (Lancashire Telegraph)

Here's how The Lancashire Telegraph scored the players' performances, with a six representing par for the course. Leopold Walhstedt - 6.

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Blackburn 5-2 Cambridge United: Sammie Szmodics hits first-half ... (Daily Mail)

MIKE WHALLEY AT EWOOD PARK: Sammie Szmodics' goalscoring prowess has come as a surprise even to his manager - and it got Blackburn out of a tight FA Cup ...

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