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Macclesfield FC beat Crystal Palace in historic FA Cup upset — I.guim.co.uk

Macclesfield FC beat Crystal Palace in historic FA Cup upset

Macclesfield FC, a Cheshire market town club, knocked out Premier League side Crystal Palace in the FA Cup, becoming the first non-league opposition to beat the cupholders since 1909. The part-time squad — described in the report as PE teachers, podcasters and property developers — capped a phoenix-like rise from oblivion barely

Macclesfield beat Crystal Palace in historic FA Cup upset — Static.independent.co.uk

Macclesfield beat Crystal Palace in historic FA Cup upset

Independent.co reports non-league Macclesfield, from the sixth tier, stunned holders Crystal Palace 2-1 at Moss Rose, with supporters invading the pitch. The victory is the first time FA Cup holders have lost to non-league opposition since 1909 and came despite a 117-place gap between the clubs. Goals from captain