Sherwood said fans helped Liverpool get back in the game after going behind.
Brendan Rodgers said Liverpool were too passive despite being denied a late equaliser against Aston Villa.
The Italian striker saw his 89th minute goal ruled out despite appearing to be onside.
The Villa boss says Arsenal will be big favourites come the showcase final in May.
The decision to disallow Balotelli's late goal was "poor" says the Reds boss
Villa set up FA Cup final meeting against Arsenal after coming from behind in semi-final at Wembley.
Arsenal were taken to extra time by Reading in the semi-fiinal of the FA Cup.
Jon Flanagan is hoping to make his return to first-team action before the end of the season.
Alexis Sanchez scores twice as Arsenal are pushed to extra time by the Championship side at Wembley.
Flanagan will be a free agent this summer, but will be offered a new Liverpool deal by Rodgers.
Arsene Wenger believes the FA Cup is the best domestic tournament in the whole of Europe
Danny Welbeck insists that his goal celebration against United was a spur of the moment decision.
Brendan Rodgers has revealed that Steven Gerrard is not certain to start against Aston Villa on 19 April.
Wembley date against Arsenal comes at a time when the Royals are still not safe from relegation.
The Wales international says a reduction in injuries has led to the Gunners' recent improvement.
England international is hopeful of being fit for final weeks of the campaign after groin injury
Gerrard and Skrtel have both completed their suspensions and are likely to return against Aston Villa.
Martin Skrtel believes that increased competition among players pushes them to train harder.
Villa's Belgium international unsure where his future lies beyond end of season.
Per Mertesacker has backed his team to deliver against Reading as they are better prepared this year.
Brendan Rodgers will be sweating over the fitness of Daniel Sturridge ahead of the Reds' visit to Wembley on Sunday.
The Pole starts against Reading but Wenger hopes he stays to fight for his place as the number two 'keeper.