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FA Cup Drama: Maidstone United's Historic Upset and Rooney's Legendary Goals

FA Cup - Ipswich Town - Maidstone United - Manchester United - Wayne Rooney

From Maidstone United's stunning victory to Rooney's FA Cup prowess, the magic of the FA Cup is alive and kicking!

The FA Cup never fails to deliver jaw-dropping moments, and Maidstone United's recent historic upset against Ipswich Town is a prime example. The National League South side shocked football fans across the globe with a 2-1 victory over Championship high-flyers Ipswich. With goals from Lamar Reynolds and Sam Corne, Maidstone United's triumph will go down in FA Cup history as one of the all-time great shocks. Manager George Elokobi hailed the 'magic of the FA Cup' as his team celebrated reaching the last 16.

On the other end of the spectrum, Wayne Rooney's FA Cup legacy remains a hot topic in football discussions. Rooney's 22 goals in 40 games for Manchester United cemented his status as a true FA Cup hero. His goal-scoring prowess in the tournament places him behind only Denis Law and Jack Rowley in the record books. As fans reminisce about Rooney's best FA Cup moments, his impact on the competition is undeniable.

In the midst of FA Cup drama, the excitement around the tournament continues to build. Manchester City's partnership with Exacta Technologies for the Fourth Round journey adds a modern twist to the oldest cup competition. With clubs like Newport, Tottenham, and Manchester United set to clash, FA Cup enthusiasts are in for a thrilling ride.

As Maidstone United and Wayne Rooney take center stage in FA Cup discussions, the tournament's rich history and unpredictability shine through. Whether it's a non-league side's astonishing upset or a legendary player's goal-scoring feats, the FA Cup never ceases to amaze us with its magic on the field. Stay tuned as the drama unfolds in the quest for FA Cup glory!

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FA Cup Heroes | Newport vs Tottenham - Where are they now? (newport-county.co.uk)

This weekend, we welcome Manchester United to Rodney Parade in what promises to be one of the most historic afternoons in the club's history.

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Fabregas on 'special' FA Cup, Barca rondos & Mourinho (BBC News)

Cesc Fabregas talks about the "special" FA Cup, Jose Mourinho going "full" in the League Cup for Chelsea and the importance of rondos at Barcelona.

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Exacta partner City again for FA Cup Fourth Round - Bristol City FC (BCFC)

City are again partnering with Exacta Technologies on their Emirates FA Cup journey for the Fourth Round.

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What was Rooney's best FA Cup goal for United? (Manchester United)

The Manchester United legend netted 22 times in 40 games for the Reds in the oldest cup tournament, a total beaten only by Denis Law and Jack Rowley. We ...

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FLASHBACK FRIDAY - Peterborough 2-4 Newcastle (FA Cup Fourth ... (True Faith)

SCOTT ROBSON goes looking for hen's teeth and incredibly finds two. A Newcastle United away win, and a Fourth Round win in the Cup...

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Maidstone stun Ipswich as Sam Corne seals FA Cup shock for the ... (The Guardian)

Maidstone United pulled off one of the great upsets in FA Cup history after the National League South club stunned the Championship promotion challengers ...

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Maidstone United: Fans prepare for historic FA Cup game (BBC News)

More than 4000 fans have travelled to see Maidstone United take on Ipswich Town in the FA Cup.

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Ipswich Town vs Maidstone United LIVE: FA Cup updates (The Independent)

This season marks the 143rd edition of the world's oldest cup competition, with Manchester City the reigning champions after they secured their seventh victory ...

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FA Cup: Non-league Maidstone United stuns Ipswich Town to ... (Yahoo Sports)

Lamar Reynolds put the Stones, who play six divisions below the Premier League, up 1-0 with a 43rd-minute goal. Ipswich would answer 11 minutes into the second ...

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Sixth-tier Maidstone knock out Ipswich Town in FA Cup fourth round (Reuters)

Sixth-tier Maidstone United stunned Ipswich Town with a 2-1 victory in the fourth round of the FA Cup at Portman Road on Saturday, knocking out a side 98 ...

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Non-league Maidstone stun Ipswich in FA Cup (BBC Sport)

National League South side Maidstone pull off a huge FA Cup shock to knock out Championship side Ipswich Town.

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Maidstone United dump Ipswich Town out of FA Cup in shock of the ... (Telegraph.co.uk)

National League South side produce huge FA Cup shock thanks to goals from Lamar Reynolds and Sam Corne at Portman Road.

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FA Cup: Maidstone United of the National League South beat ... (Eurosport.com)

Maidstone United of the National League South produced one of the all-time great FA Cup shocks by beating Championship high-flyers Ipswich 2-1 on Saturday.

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Non-League Maidstone stun Ipswich to reach FA Cup last 16 (FRANCE 24)

Maidstone manager George Elokobi said the "magic of the FA Cup is very much alive" after the sixth-tier side stunned Championship high-flyers Ipswich 2-1 to ...

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