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Leicester 1-0 Sheffield United: Vardy's Header the Difference as Foxes Fly Into FA Cup Last 8

Leicester City sealed their place in the sixth round of the FA Cup on Friday night by beating Championship club Sheffield United by a solitary goal at the King Power Stadium.

Jamie Vardy's second half header was the difference between the two sides, who put on an entertaining contest to keep their respective cup dreams alive.

Riyad Mahrez was making his first start for Leicester since January 20th, and was welcomed back into the fold despite disappearing on the club after they rejected a series of transfer bids from Man City last month. While he clearly has his sights set on leaving, Mahrez was imperious throughout the game, and it was his quality assist for Vardy which made the difference.