Non-league Macclesfield produced the greatest shock in FA Cup history with a stunning and memorable performance to knock out holders Crystal Palace. Christantus Uche sent a thumping strike just over the bar, but then came the moment that Macclesfield fans will cherish forever. Luke Duffy sent a great ball into the box and Macclesfield captain Dawson rose highest to send a great header into the far corner. Oliver Glasner sent on experienced Premier League players Tyrick Mitchell, Johnson and Will Hughes for the start of the second half, but Palace appeared rattled and continued to struggle against their National League North opponents. Instead, Macclesfield continued to play with a determination and belief that they could upset Palace, and so it proved as Buckley-Ricketts reacted superbly to a deflected shot that fell into his path to flick home a second.

Source: BBC January 10, 2026 18:22 UTC