EVERGREEN Graham Alexander made it third time lucky after failing in two play-offs before joining Burnley.

He told Sky Sports: “I was promoted with Preston nine years ago but I’m buzzing to achieve something with a team like this.

”They’re a great bunch of boys. Everyone deserves it who’s part of the club and I think overall we deserved it today.

”We had some great chances - especially in the second half - but Sheffield United are a great team - they kept coming back at us.

”I’ve been there twice (beaten in the play-offs) and it’s horrible but they’ll come back stronger.

”I’m going to celebrate and enjoy it for as long as possible.”