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Magic of the cup on display in Burton

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Burton Albion 1 - 1 Tamworth (Tamworth won 4-3 on penalties) National League side Tamworth stunned League One strugglers Burton Albion by knocking them out of the FA Cup on penalties after a 1-1 draw at the Pirelli Stadium. Author - Josh T Lambs goalkeeper Jas Singh was the hero in the shootout, saving efforts from Danilo Orsi and Ben Whitfield to give the non-league underdogs the edge. Haydn Hollis then calmly converted the decisive penalty to seal a memorable upset. After a goalless 90 minutes in the second-round tie, the game burst into life in extra time. Mason Bennettā€™s deflected strike gave Albion the lead, but Ronan Maher levelled for Tamworth, reacting quickly to slot home after Max Crocombe had parried Tom McGlincheyā€™s effort. FA Cup: 2024/2025 season FA Cup 24/25: Tamworth shock Huddersfield Singh was pivotal throughout, making key saves to deny Albionā€™s Billy Bodin either side of half-time in a match that offered few clear-cut chances. Despite dominating possession, Burt...