The FA Cup, the World’s oldest football competition, has a rich history marked by memorable moments and significant changes. While many fans are familiar with its illustrious finals and dramatic upsets, there’s a lesser-known chapter in its history: the introduction of third/fourth-placed playoffs in the 1970s. In this blog post, we delve into this intriguing […]
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Back in 1997, ‘Sexy football’ was born as former Dutch icon Ruud Gullit brought a unique style of football to West London and Stamford Bridge. The talented Chelsea side went on to lift the FA Cup at Wembley after beating West Bromwich Albion, Liverpool, Leicester City, Portsmouth, Wimbledon and Middlesborough along the way. SHOP the […]
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Welcome to the ultimate test of FA Cup knowledge! In this quiz, we delve into the annals of football history to celebrate the leaders who have lifted one of the most prestigious trophies in English football—the FA Cup. From legendary captains to unforgettable moments, this quiz will challenge your expertise in naming the captains who […]
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Mark Robins’s pivotal moment in football history came when he scored a crucial goal for Manchester United in a 1990 FA Cup match against Nottingham Forest. At the time, United was struggling under the management of Sir Alex Ferguson, with rumors swirling that his job was on the line. Robins’s goal secured a 1-0 victory, […]
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In the world of football, the spotlight often shines brightest on the players, managers, and star-studded matches. However, behind every thrilling game stands a figure crucial to maintaining order and fairness: the referee. Among the esteemed ranks of football referees, one name stands out for his remarkable career and enduring impact on the sport – […]
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The 1973 FA Cup final was a historic football match between Sunderland and Leeds United. It took place on May 5, 1973, at Wembley Stadium in London. The match ended in a surprising upset, with Sunderland winning 1-0. The only goal of the game was scored by Ian Porterfield, a midfielder for Sunderland, in the […]
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The ultimate treble has only been won twice in history and comprises of lifting Europe’s top prize in the Champions League / European Cup whilst domestically winning the Premier League or First Division as it was then and the FA Cup all in the same season. On the two occasions this rare feat has been […]
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At a club with an illustrious history as Liverpool FC has, it takes some feat to register a memorable season but 2000/01 was certainly one of those as they lifted a trophy haul in the form of the UEFA Cup, FA Cup and League Cup. I suppose it all began the season earlier when the […]
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Since it was founded in 1871 the FA Cup has delivered plenty of magical moments as teams from level 9 upwards battle it out on that illusive road to Wembley and a gateway to European football next season. The finals themselves have created memories that live on through the decades which include red cards, giant […]
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The FA Cup in 1990 served up two classic matches in the semi-finals which saw goals galore between the four remaining sides. Crystal Palace knocked out the favourites Liverpool in a 4-3 seesaw game at Villa Park whereas the other finalists Manchester United battled out a 3-3 draw with Oldham Athletic at Maine Road. The […]
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