AFC Rushden & Diamonds 2 Morecambe 1: Shrimps Suffer Giantkilling Act

Morecambe boss takes the blame for their FA Cup humiliation

Morecambe manager’s post-match thoughts after their FA Cup exit on Saturday.

AFC Rushden & Diamonds 2 Morecambe 1: Shrimps suffer giantkilling act

The Shrimps suffered one of the worst defeats in their history as they were dumped out of the FA Cup in the final qualifying round by a side from the eighth tier of English football.

Manager Sandy's pride as AFC Rushden & Diamonds make FA Cup history

An emotional Elliot Sandy was bursting with pride after seeing his AFC Rushden & Diamonds upset the odds to beat higher level Morecambe on Saturday and reach the first round proper of the Emirates FA Cup for the first time.

Non-league sides make history in FA Cup qualifying

Several teams earn their spots in Monday's first round draw for the first time in their history.

Diamonds really are forever!

AFC Rushden & Diamonds earned their place in the FA Cup first round for the first time in their history after a memorable victory over Morecambe at Hayden Road.