George Elokobi and his wonderful rolling Stones came to a halt on the outskirts of Coventry.
It was there where they finally ran out of good fortune, or FA Cup magic as it is also known. And it was there where they ran into a strong and talented team in determined mood and a centre forward in Ellis Simms in ruthless form.
Mark Robins and supporters of Coventry City have enjoyed their own romantic dalliances with this old trophy and the FA Cup winners of 1987 will take their place into the quarter-finals for the first time for 15 years.