Carlisle v Cardiff. Manager Comments

Cardiff manager Neil Harris: "In the end it could have been 10-6 to us. Both teams stuck at it and for us it was a test of character.

"It was a proper cup tie, that's what the FA Cup is all about. A great spectacle.

"I would like it to have been more comfortable, but tonight it's about celebrating a victory.

"But I'd like to place on record our thanks to the fans that travelled. I can't quite believe the amount that were here – it's a long old drive. But we're really pleased for everyone."

Carlisle boss Chris Beech: "I'm pleased with the efforts the players put in. They were honest and put in some hard work. I told them that's what I'm looking for.

"I felt we played the conditions better and we have scored five goals in two games against a side that was in the Premier League not so long ago.

"Maybe we should play Cardiff every week if we can get performances like that."

Conditions were bad.

At least we're through. I really fancy a good cup run.

It's just so good to make the last 32.
After not bothering for so many years.

Last night you could see they all wanted to progress. Real effort and I thank them all.

My point is that even if we had lost they all bloody gave it everything.

Thanks Gaffer
Last night was for the 348 loonies that went North.