What happens if a FA Cup game ends in a tie?
‘The magic of the FA Cup.’ they say. The giant-killing minnows making a name for themselves for a few days and a bucket of cash for the club. That’s what it’s all about, right? Yes, that is indeed an important aspect of the world’s oldest national Football tournament and one that generates that much-needed revenue across the English pyramid of lower leagues. The #EmiratesFACup third round is here! 🤩 Which clash are you most excited for? 🔥 🎨 @chrcordeiro pic.twitter.com/Dpkr52kJFS — Emirates FA Cup (@EmiratesFACup) January 4, 2024 In terms of fairytale champions coming from those lower down the food chain, the truth over recent years is that the Premier League big boys dominate. Reigning champions Manchester City have been preceded by the likes of Liverpool, Leicester, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Man Utd. The last time a team not from the top flight lifted the coveted trophy was back in 2008 when Portsmouth beat fellow ‘outsiders’ Cardiff City in the final. Before that, it was in...