Brentford Sink Macclesfield to Reach Fifth Round

Last Updated : 17-Feb-2026 by Footymad

Brentford officially booked their place in the FA Cup fifth round last night, ending the fairytale run of sixth-tier Macclesfield FC.

A 70th-minute own goal from PE teacher Sam Heathcote was the only difference in a tightly contested 1-0 win.

Macclesfield, who famously knocked out holders Crystal Palace in the third round, received a standing ovation at Moss Rose. Brentford now progress to face West Ham in an all-London fifth-round clash.