The third round of the FA Cup kicked off with a match between Crystal Palace and Everton. Meanwhile, Maidstone United, the competition's lowest-ranked team, made history by advancing to the fourth round for the first time ever. The 6th-tier Stones achieved a stunning victory over Stevenage, a team 69 places above them in the English football pyramid, with a score of Maidstone United 1 Stevenage 0. The National League South side, formed in 1992, secured their spot in the next round through this win, marking the biggest result in Maidstone United's history, as celebrated in jubilant scenes.
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"The biggest result in Maidstone United's history!" Look at these scenes. The FA Cup 🤌 https://t.co/i1l3sXTchw
Maidstone United 1 Stevenage 0 The National League South side formed in 1992, Maidstone United, are now the lowest-ranked side in the FA Cup fourth round after a stunning victory ⬇️Read below |✍️@NickSzczepanik https://t.co/1ojy34pIqp
Maidstone United 1 Stevenage 0 The National League South side formed in 1992, Maidstone United, are now the lowest-ranked side in the FA Cup fourth round after a stunning win ⬇️Read below |✍️@NickSzczepanik https://t.co/1ojy34pIqp
MAIDSTONE UNITED REACH FA CUP 4TH ROUND! COMPETITION'S LOWEST-RANKED TEAM NOT DONE YET. 😱 The 6th-tier Stones stun a side 69 places above them in English football pyramid. First time ever in the 4th round. Magic of the cup alive & well. 💛✨ https://t.co/NPuR7jyDhh
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