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Illawarra Premier League grand final winners Wollongong United staged a classic FFA Cup upset on Tuesday night by knocking out NSW NPL Men’s 1 outfit Blacktown Spartans. United were extremely impressive at Macedonia Park as the progressed to within two wins of the main draw with an emphatic 3-1 victory. Goals from John Martinoski, Bradley Welch, and Karouna Michael had United up 3-0 midway through the second half before the Spartans scored a consolation late in the piece. United will play the winner of the match between Sydney Olympic and North Shore Mariners on Wednesday night. Preliminary Round 5 continues on Wednesday for several other Illawarra clubs. Round 5 Wednesday Wollongong Wolves vs Kemblawarra Fury, Macedonia Park (7pm) Picton Rangers vs Hakoah Sydney City East, Hume Oval (7.30pm) Inter Lions vs Bulli, Valentine Sports Park (7.30pm)