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Published 17:20 20 Jan 2026 GMT
Updated 17:20 20 Jan 2026 GMT

Weeks on from their triumphant FA Cup victory over holders Crystal Palace, sixth-tier Macclesfield FC have been described as "shameful" over the price of tickets for the next round of the tournament, away to Premier League Brentford.
The Silkmen captured the hearts of the nation in their surprise 2-1 win over the Eagles, arguably the biggest upset in FA Cup history, dubbed by many as the ultimate example of the "magic of the cup."
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A great portion of that good feeling has begun to dissipate this week, after Macclesfield announced the pricing model for their next FA Cup clash.
Initially offered to season ticket holders only, the club took to X to reveal that tickets were on sale, at the price of £35.
The cost of £35 — £5 higher than the Premier League’s £30 away-ticket cap — has been met with shock by the club's non-league fanbase.
The prices are considered out-of-ordinary for the average sixth-tier match-going supporter, something that fans have been quick to point out.
Taking to X, one wrote: "Absolute greed at £35/Ticket.
"What a way to repay loyal fans who attend their non-league games week after week."
Another simply described the decision as "shameless."
Macclesfield are yet to respond to criticism over the new FA Cup ticket prices.
The Silkmen face Premier League outfit Brentford in west London at the start of February.
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