Macclesfield, a sixth-tier football club, has made headlines by reaching the FA Cup fourth round. This remarkable achievement came after they defeated Crystal Palace, the reigning champions, in a stunning upset. In the fourth round, Macclesfield faces Premier League team Brentford at home.
Macclesfield’s Journey in the FA Cup
Macclesfield’s coach, John Rooney, expressed excitement about facing another Premier League team. He mentioned, “We would have liked to face Liverpool, Chelsea, or Arsenal, but playing Brentford is incredible.”
Significant Upsets in the Third Round
Macclesfield’s victory is part of a larger trend in this year’s tournament. Several top-flight teams were eliminated in the third round, including:
- Crystal Palace (defeated by Macclesfield)
- Manchester United
- Tottenham
- Everton
- Bournemouth
- Nottingham Forest
Upcoming Matches in the Fourth Round
The fourth-round matches are scheduled for the weekend of February 14-15. Notable matchups include:
- Liverpool or Barnsley vs. Brighton
- Arsenal vs. Wigan Athletic
- Aston Villa vs. Newcastle
- Manchester City vs. Salford City or Swindon
- Macclesfield vs. Brentford
Other fixtures include matches featuring teams like Southampton versus Leicester City and Norwich City against West Bromwich Albion.
With this upcoming clash, Macclesfield aims to continue their magical run in the FA Cup. The club has already proven that they can compete against the best, and fans eagerly await the exciting match against Brentford.
