FA Cup shocks: A look at some third-round upsets

FA Cup shocks: A look at some third-round upsets

The FA Cup third round takes place between January 4-8 when more lower-league sides will look to cause an upset. Last season, Cambridge stunned Premier League Newcastle with a 1-0 victory at St James’ Park, Joe Ironside firing the League One side into the fourth round. Here we look at five other famous third-round FA Cup shocks.

FA Cup guide and betting odds: All you need to know

FA Cup guide and betting odds: All you need to know

The FA Cup is the oldest national football competition in the world. Wanderers were the first winners in 1872, beating Royal Engineers 1-0 in the final at Kennington Oval. Arsenal are the most successful team in the competition, having lifted the trophy on 14 occasions, two more than Manchester United.

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