Eleven years on, what happened to the Blades’ squad from that fateful day at Wembley? Let’s take a look…
1. Paddy Kenny
Completed a nine-month drug ban before United cashed in and sold him to QPR, who he helped into the Premier League. Now runs his own vehicle transport business Photo: Steve Parkin
2. Kyle Walker
Really came of age under the Wembley arch and could have won a penalty if his appeals had not been turned down by Mike Dean. Was sold to Spurs before signing for Manchester City in what was then a world-record deal for a defender, at £53m Photo: Jamie McDonald
3. Chris Morgan
United's skipper on the day couldn't get his hands on the trophy and lead the Blades back into the Premier League. Morgan was forced into retirement through injury in July 2012. Now works as an agent Photo: Steve Parkin
4. Matt Kilgallon
Joined United from Leeds when the Blades were in the Premier League, and joined Sunderland after leaving the Lane. Later had spells in Scotland and India, before joining Northern Premier League side Buxton in 2020 Photo: SCC