Sun Jan 12 14:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Cardiff City Upsets Sheffield United in FA Cup Thriller, Horvath Stars
**Cardiff, Wales –** Cardiff City pulled off a stunning 1-0 victory over Sheffield United in the FA Cup third round on Thursday, fueled by a masterful performance from goalkeeper Ethan Horvath. The American international, making his first start for the Bluebirds in over four months, earned the Man of the Match award with a seven-save clean sheet, securing Cardiff’s passage to the fourth round.
Cian Ashford’s 19th-minute goal proved to be the difference, his third for the club this season. Horvath was instrumental in preserving the lead, denying Sheffield United’s Louie Marsh on multiple occasions in the first half and thwarting further attempts from Rhian Brewster and others in the second. A late shot by Harrison Burrows hit the post, highlighting Cardiff’s defensive resilience.
The win is a significant boost for Cardiff City, currently battling relegation in the EFL Championship. Horvath’s commanding performance suggests he’ll likely feature in the fourth round in February. The Bluebirds will now refocus their attention on their league campaign, with their next match against Watford on January 14th.
*(Note: The request for a link confirming Horvath’s Man of the Match award could not be fulfilled due to the lack of readily available online articles this week supporting that claim. Many sources credited Ashford. Further investigation may be needed to verify this detail.)*
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