Apparently, the FA Cup is not what is used to be but that message failed to filter through to the two teams competing at the Keepmoat Stadium as Doncaster and Wolves refused to be separated after 90 minutes of captivating quality and contention.
Four goals, one of which a dubious penalty, plus a deserved sending-off for George Elokobi after a late tackle on James Coppinger, means a replay is required to find the better side here.
Wolves last three fixtures before this one included victory over Premier League champions Chelsea and a 1-0 triumph at Anfield, which remains one of English football’s truly intimidating arenas regardless of Liverpool’s present plight.
It is therefore safe to assume they were feeling perky going into this game but