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Macclesfield discover FA Cup first round opponents

By Matthew Hancock-Bruce   13th Oct 2025

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Macclesfield FC have discovered their next FA Cup opponents.

The Silkmen have been draw at home to AFC Totton or Truro City in the first round of the iconic competition.

It is the first time the Moss Rose outfit have reached this stage since their formation exactly five years ago today (October 13).

It has been a long journey for John Rooney's side already, having entered at the second round of qualifying.

After overcoming Atherton Laburnum Rovers by three goals to nil, the Blues dispatched of local rivals Nantwich Town 2-0.

On Saturday (October 11), Stamford AFC visited the Leasing.com in the final round of qualifying.

A captain's goal from Paul Dawson saw the hosts to a historic 1-0 victory.

The first round of the FA Cup is due to take place on the weekend of November 1.

As such, Macclesfield's fixture with Bedford Town has been postponed, with further details to follow.

     

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