Newcastle Endure Early FA Cup Challenge, But Ipswich And Palace Secure Progress
The third round of the Emirates FA Cup served up a mixture of shocks and routine victories as Newcastle United, Ipswich Town and Crystal Palace all progressed to the fourth round, although the Magpies were pushed all the way by League One Cambridge United.
Eddie Howe's men were held to a 0-0 draw at St James' Park by the U's, who came close to causing a huge upset when Joe Ironside's second-half header came back off the crossbar. Newcastle dominated possession but could not find a way through a resolute Cambridge defence, and the League One side will now host the Magpies in a replay.
Ipswich Town, meanwhile, secured a comfortable 4-1 victory over non-league Buxton at Portman Road. James Norwood, Conor Chaplin, Wes Burns and Cameron Burgess were all on target for the Tractor Boys, who made light work of their National League North opponents.
Crystal Palace also progressed to the fourth round, but they were made to work hard for their 2-1 win at Millwall. Jordan Ayew and Wilfried Zaha scored the goals for the Eagles, who had to come from behind after George Honeyman had given the Lions a shock lead.
Newcastle's FA Cup Struggles Continue
Newcastle United's FA Cup struggles continued on Saturday as they were held to a 0-0 draw by League One Cambridge United. The Magpies have now failed to win any of their last five matches in the competition, and their last FA Cup triumph came way back in 1955.
Eddie Howe's men were heavily favored to beat Cambridge, but they were frustrated by a well-organized U's side. The Magpies dominated possession but struggled to create clear-cut chances, and they were fortunate not to lose the game when Ironside's header came back off the crossbar.
The draw means that Newcastle will now have to host Cambridge in a replay, and they will need to improve their performance if they want to avoid another FA Cup exit.
Ipswich Town Cruise Into Fourth Round
Ipswich Town made light work of non-league Buxton on Saturday, securing a comfortable 4-1 victory at Portman Road. James Norwood, Conor Chaplin, Wes Burns and Cameron Burgess were all on target for the Tractor Boys, who made light work of their National League North opponents.
Ipswich's victory was their first in the FA Cup since 2017, and it will give them confidence ahead of their fourth-round tie against either Burnley or Fleetwood Town.
Crystal Palace Edge Past Millwall
Crystal Palace also progressed to the fourth round, but they were made to work hard for their 2-1 win at Millwall. Jordan Ayew and Wilfried Zaha scored the goals for the Eagles, who had to come from behind after George Honeyman had given the Lions a shock lead.
Palace's victory was their first at The Den since 1994, and it will give them confidence ahead of their fourth-round tie against either Hartlepool United or Blackpool.
Conclusion
The third round of the Emirates FA Cup served up a mixture of shocks and routine victories, with Newcastle United, Ipswich Town and Crystal Palace all progressing to the fourth round. Newcastle were pushed all the way by League One Cambridge United, but they will be confident of beating the U's in the replay.
Ipswich Town and Crystal Palace both secured comfortable victories, and they will be hoping to continue their good form in the fourth round. The FA Cup is always a special competition, and it is sure to throw up more surprises as the tournament progresses.
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