The Totally Football Show with James Richardson Macclesfield cause biggest FA Cup shock ever while Wrexham knock out Forest
Jan 11, 2026
Join Daniel Storey, an experienced journalist, Adrian Clarke, a tactical analyst, Tom Williams, a match reporter, and Maher Mezahi, a Moroccan journalist, as they explore an unforgettable FA Cup weekend. Macclesfield pulled off a monumental upset by defeating Crystal Palace, while Wrexham triumphed over Forest in a nail-biting penalty shootout. Plus, hear about Man City's 10-1 thrashing of Exeter, and an exciting preview of the AFCON semi-finals featuring Nigeria against Morocco and Senegal clashing with Egypt.
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Phoenix Club Beats The Holders
- Macclesfield, a phoenix club from the sixth tier, stunned holders Crystal Palace 2-1 at Moss Rose in the FA Cup third round.
- Daniel Storey described the club's rapid rise after bankruptcy and the emotional pitch invasion led by the owner.
Cup Magic Still Changes Club Fortunes
- The upset underlined how the FA Cup can still produce unforgettable moments that overshadow pre-match expectations.
- Daniel Storey hopes a big away replay or draw could transform Macclesfield's finances and trajectory.
Wrexham Topple Forest On Penalties
- Wrexham beat Nottingham Forest on penalties after a 3-3 thriller, their first top-flight scalp since 1999.
- Adrian Clarke highlighted Wrexham's strong local support and smart global revenue strategy under Ryan Reynolds.