Maidstone United Shocks Ipswich in Historic FA Cup Upset
Sixth-tier club defeats Championship promotion contenders, marking their longest run in the competition.
- Maidstone United, a sixth-tier club, pulled off a major upset in the FA Cup by defeating Championship promotion contenders Ipswich Town.
- Maidstone's goalkeeper Lucas Covolan was outstanding, helping the team weather a first-half storm of pressure from Ipswich.
- Lamar Reynolds scored the opening goal for Maidstone just before half-time, and Sam Corne reclaimed the lead for the team after Ipswich's Jeremy Sarmiento equalized in the second half.
- Despite Ipswich's 18 shots in the first half compared to Maidstone's single attempt, Maidstone managed to secure a victory.
- This victory marks Maidstone's longest run in the FA Cup, booking their place in the last 16 for the first time.