Macclesfield stunned the football world by beating Premier League holders Crystal Palace 2‑1 in the FA Cup, a shock that ranks among the competition’s biggest upsets. Captain Paul Dawson scored the opener, then celebrated with a bandaged head as fans lifted him onto the pitch in Moss Rose today together.

Manager John Rooney praised the squad’s resilience, noting the win came amid the club’s recent revival after a 2020 liquidation. The victory also honored 21‑year‑old Ethan McLeod, who died in a car accident last month, with a banner and tribute in the stands of the team and fans today again.

Experts say the win underscores the FA Cup’s magic, with former players like Stephen Warnock and Paul Robinson calling it one of the greatest moments in history. As Macclesfield climbs the National League North, the triumph could spark a surge in confidence and attract attention from higher‑tier clubs for the.