Overview
- Paul Dawson’s header and Isaac Buckley‑Ricketts’ second‑half finish put Macclesfield 2‑0 up before Yeremy Pino’s late free kick set the final score at 2‑1.
- Macclesfield, from the National League North, entered the tie roughly 117 places below Premier League side Crystal Palace in the English pyramid.
- Manager John Rooney, in his first season in charge, told the BBC his players were “incredible” and fully earned the result.
- Palace coach Oliver Glasner conceded his side “deserved to lose,” criticizing their lack of quality and intensity on the day.
- Supporters stormed the 5,900‑capacity Moss Rose as the reformed club celebrated a landmark win, capping a rapid rise after three promotions and honoring the memory of late forward Ethan McLeod.