Sheffield United eased into the FA Cup third round at Plymouth’s expense in a tale of three penalties. League Two Argyle were left to wonder what might have been had Reuben Reid not skewed a spot-kick into the stand early in the second half. They were punished in ruthless fashion by Jose Baxter, who sent the League One promotion contenders through with two textbook penalties. Jose Baxter (centre) slots in his second penalty during Sheffield United's 3-0 victory over Plymouth Argyle Sheffield United players congratulate Baxter as the Blades secure their place in the FA Cup third round Sheffield United: Howard; Flynn, Basham, McEveley, Harris; Campbell-Rice (McNulty 46), Doyle (c), Scougall (Reed 76), Murphy; Baxter (Cuvelier 85); Higdon
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Sheffield United reached the FA Cup third round by beating Plymouth
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Jose Baxter scored two penalties to help  Championship side through
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Marc McNulty netted in the dying minutes against the League Two side
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Reuben Reid missed an opportunity to give Argyle the lead from the spot
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