Holders Arsenal progress as Cup shocks dry up


Arsenal's Theo Walcott celebrates after scoring a goal against Brighton and Hove Albion during their FA Cup fourth round soccer match at the Amex stadium in Brighton, southern England January 25, 2015. REUTERS/Stefan Wermuth

LONDON (Reuters) - Premier League Arsenal, Aston Villa and West Ham United reached the fifth round of the FA Cup as calm returned to the competition on Sunday, ending a weekend, which reminded spectators that David can beat Goliath.

A day after Chelsea and Manchester City were stunned by Bradford City and Middlesbrough respectively, holders Arsenal beat second tier Brighton and Hove Albion 3-2, West Ham United overcame League One (third tier) Bristol City 1-0 and Aston Villa toppled Championship leaders Bournemouth 2-1.

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