Seventh-tier Wimborne Town secured a historic progression to the FA Cup second round, where they will host Bradford City after delivering the biggest upset of the first round with a 2-0 victory over Crawley Town.
The Dorset part-timers, who compete in the Southern League Premier Division South, overcame the League Two side in front of their home supporters at the Wyatt Homes Stadium.
A Historic Giant-Killing
Wimborne claimed an early advantage in the ninth minute when property surveyor Yang Seung-woo capitalized on a poor throw from Crawley goalkeeper Vito Mannone. Yang sent a sensational strike from distance
into the net, finding the target off the inside of the left post. Despite pressure from the visitors, including efforts from Kai Jennings and Jonny Russell, the non-league side maintained their lead throughout the contest.
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The result was confirmed in the 79th minute when Jackson King cut inside from the left flank. His effort deflected off Cameron Munn to secure a two-goal cushion, sealing a result that left the bottom side in the Football League heaped with more misery.
Reaction to the Result
While Wimborne celebrated their maiden appearance in the second round, the defeat added to the difficulties facing Crawley Town. Crawley boss Blackwell noted that the options available for the coach are limited off the bench,
and emphasized that the club’s technical performance has been concerning. It’s something we are actively looking at,
he added, further noting that his predecessor faced similar depth issues.
Wider FA Cup Action
The first round saw dramatic results in other parts of the country:
- Altrincham were held to a 1-1 draw by Notts County after Lucas Weaver cancelled out Jacob Bedeau’s opener, before bowing out on penalties.
- Stafford Rangers, 89 places below Grimsby Town, forced a shootout after a 3-3 draw, with firefighter Darrhyl Mason scoring twice.
- Stockport County overcame a red card to rally from 2-0 down against Cray Wanderers, winning 3-2 after extra time.
- Jordan Thewlis’s stoppage-time penalty secured a 1-0 win for Guiseley over Sutton.
- Carlisle United defeated League Two leaders Salford City 1-0.
- Salisbury secured a 6-0 victory over Sholing to reach round two for the first time since 2015.
The win for Wimborne Town now sets up a second-round tie against Bradford City. The fixture is a landmark achievement for the club, which produced a huge shock in a frenetic day of first-round action on Sunday. Further details regarding the upcoming match are expected to be confirmed as the tournament heads into the second round.
A massive tie for in the second round of the #EmiratesFACup as Bradford City travel to seventh-tier Wimborne Town who knocked out League Two side Crawley Town on Sunday… 👀 Bradford won the FA Cup in 1911 and will be looking to overcome Tim Sills Magpies for a place in the… pic.twitter.com/o7rMfzxkzZ
Luis Mendoza – Sport Editor
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After seven games, @WimborneTownFC have reached the second round of the #EmiratesFACup 👏 A 2-0 win against EFL side Crawley Town yesterday… the Magpies are just one more win away from the third round! 👀 pic.twitter.com/2eilZrBMlf
The draw for the Emirates FA Cup Second Round Proper has been made and we will be at home to Bradford City! The tie is due to take place on the weekend of Saturday 5th December. Our league fixture at home to Taunton Town, which was scheduled for that date, will therefore be… pic.twitter.com/LxLuJVGsqb
We will travel to Wimborne Town in the second round of the Emirates FA Cup. 🏆 Ties are to be played around the weekend of December 5. 📅 Full ticketing and fixture details will be communicated to supporters in due course. 🎟️ Full details ➡️ https://t.co/1tXscZvPzy#BCAFC pic.twitter.com/Lvwt7hePZD
