Overview
- Macclesfield won 2-1 at Moss Rose, with captain Paul Dawson and Isaac Buckley-Ricketts scoring before Yeremy Pino’s late free kick for Palace.
- The result spans a 117-place difference in the pyramid, which reports say is the largest gap ever overcome in the competition.
- It is the first time since 1909 that the holders have been eliminated by a non-league side, with fans flooding the pitch to celebrate.
- Owner Rob Smethurst dedicated the win to forward Ethan McLeod, who died last month, as Wayne Rooney was visibly emotional watching brother-manager John.
- Palace’s poor run continued to nine games without a win, and both clubs now await Monday’s fourth-round draw.