FA Cup 2018-19 Results, Fixtures & Statistics Season. The 2018–19 FA Cup (also known as the FA Challenge Cup) is the 138th edition of the oldest recognised football tournament in the world. It is sponsored by Emirates, and known as the Emirates FA Cup for sponsorship purposes. 736 clubs were accepted and it began with the Extra Preliminary Round on 11th August 2018 and concludes with the Final on 18th May 2019. The winners will qualify for the 2019–20 UEFA Europa League group stage. Premier League side Chelsea FC are the defending champions.
Teams shown in bold = Premier League.
Welcome to the FA Cup Results and Statistics for the 2018-19 season! This edition of the world’s oldest football competition was truly unforgettable—filled with giant-killings, late drama, and spectacular performances. Who could forget Newport County’s remarkable journey, knocking out Leicester City and then pushing Manchester City to the brink? Or Watford’s incredible semi-final comeback against Wolves, highlighted by Gerard Deulofeu’s brilliance? And, of course, Manchester City dominated the final, defeating Watford 6-0 to achieve a historic domestic treble. This page serves as your gateway to all the key moments—every goal, every shocking result, and every game-changing save. Whether you’re a stats enthusiast, a lifelong supporter, or just curious about the magic of the cup, you’re in the right place. Get ready to relive the excitement of the 2018-19 FA Cup season!
Welcome to the detailed review of the FA Cup 2018-19 season. This campaign was filled with thrilling matches, unexpected upsets, and unforgettable moments. Let’s dive into the key highlights of each round, starting from the Extra Preliminary Round in August 2018 all the way to the Fourth Round Proper in January 2019.
| Tie no | Home team | Score | Away team | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Accrington Stanley | 1–0 | Colchester United | 1,267 |
| 2 | Aldershot Town | 1–1 | Bradford City | 2,455 |
| replay | Bradford City (pens 4-1) | 1–1 | Aldershot Town | 2,248 |
| 3 | Alfreton Town | 1–4 | Fleetwood Town | 827 |
| 4 | Barnet | 1–1 | Bristol Rovers | 1,705 |
| replay | Bristol Rovers | 1–2 | Barnet | 2,740 |
| 5 | Barnsley | 4–0 | Notts County | 5,878 |
| 6 | Bromley | 1–3 | Peterborough United | 3,107 |
| 7 | Bury | 5–0 | Dover Athletic | 2,355 |
| 8 | Chesterfield | 1–1 | Billericay Town | 2,952 |
| replay | Billericay Town | 1–3 | Chesterfield | 2,493 |
| 9 | Chorley | 2–2 | Doncaster Rovers | 3,239 |
| replay | Doncaster Rovers | 7–0 | Chorley | 3,048 |
| 10 | Crewe Alexandra | 0–1 | Carlisle United | 2,467 |
| 11 | Ebbsfleet United | 0–0 | Cheltenham Town | 1,624 |
| replay | Cheltenham Town | 2–0 | Ebbsfleet United | 1,435 |
| 12 | Exeter City | 2–3 | Blackpool | 3,188 |
| 13 | Gillingham | 0–0 | Hartlepool United | 2,224 |
| replay | Hartlepool United | 3–4 | Gillingham | 1,873 |
| 14 | Grimsby Town | 3–1 | Milton Keynes Dons | 1,991 |
| 15 | Guiseley | 4–3 | Cambridge United | 1,097 |
| 16 | Hampton & Richmond Borough | 1–2 | Oldham Athletic | 2,720 |
| 17 | Haringey Borough | 0–1 | AFC Wimbledon | 2,710 |
| 18 | Hitchin Town | 0–2 | Solihull Moors | 3,148 |
| 19 | Lincoln City | 3–2 | Northampton Town | 6,012 |
| 20 | Luton Town | 2–0 | Wycombe Wanderers | 5,343 |
| 21 | Maidenhead United | 0–4 | Portsmouth | 3,205 |
| 22 | Maidstone United | 2–1 | Macclesfield Town | 2,169 |
| 23 | Mansfield Town | 1–1 | Charlton Athletic | 3,204 |
| replay | Charlton Athletic | 5–0 | Mansfield Town | 1,910 |
| 24 | Metropolitan Police | 0–2 | Newport County | 1,137 |
| 25 | Morecambe | 0–0 | F.C. Halifax Town | 1,736 |
| replay | F.C. Halifax Town | 1–0 | Morecambe | 1,218 |
| 26 | Oxford United | 0–0 | Forest Green Rovers | 3,933 |
| replay | Forest Green Rovers | 0–3 | Oxford United | 1,614 |
| 27 | Plymouth Argyle | 1–0 | Stevenage | 5,719 |
| 28 | Port Vale | 1–2 | Sunderland | 7,238 |
| 29 | Rochdale | 2–1 | Gateshead | 2,415 |
| 30 | Scunthorpe United | 2–1 | Burton Albion | 2,260 |
| 31 | Shrewsbury Town | 1–1 | Salford City | 4,351 |
| replay | Salford City | 1–3 | Shrewsbury Town | 2,432 |
| 32 | Sutton United | 0–0 | Slough Town | 1,830 |
| replay | Slough Town (pens 8-7) | 1–1 | Sutton United | 1,360 |
| 33 | Southend United | 1–1 | Crawley Town | 3,935 |
| replay | Crawley Town | 2–6 | Southend United | 3,120 |
| 34 | Southport | 2–0 | Boreham Wood | 1,460 |
| 35 | Swindon Town | 2–1 | York City | 3,744 |
| 36 | Torquay United | 0–1 | Woking | 2,419 |
| 37 | Tranmere Rovers | 3–3 | Oxford City | 4,206 |
| replay | Oxford City | 0–2 | Tranmere Rovers | 1,172 |
| 38 | Walsall | 3–2 | Coventry City | 4,760 |
| 39 | Weston-super-Mare | 0–2 | Wrexham | 1,170 |
| 40 | Yeovil Town | 1–3 | Stockport County | 2,550 |
| Tie no | Home team | Score | Away team | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tranmere Rovers | 0-7 | Tottenham Hotspur | 12,553 |
| 2 | AFC Bournemouth | 1-3 | Brighton & Hove Albion | 10,522 |
| 3 | Burnley | 1-0 | Barnsley | 11,053 |
| 4 | Manchester United | 2-0 | Reading | 73,918 |
| 5 | Sheffield Wednesday | 0-0 | Luton Town | 16,974 |
| replay | Luton Town | 0-1 | Sheffield Wednesday | 9,259 |
| 6 | Shrewsbury Town | 1-1 | Stoke City | 7,512 |
| replay | Stoke City | 2-3 | Shrewsbury Town | 10,261 |
| 7 | West Bromwich Albion | 1-0 | Wigan Athletic | 15,465 |
| 8 | West Ham United | 2-0 | Birmingham City | 54,840 |
| 9 | Accrington Stanley | 1-0 | Ipswich Town | 2,869 |
| 10 | Aston Villa | 0-3 | Swansea City | 30,572 |
| 11 | Bolton Wanderers | 5-2 | Walsall | 5,506 |
| 12 | Brentford | 1-0 | Oxford United | 6,106 |
| 13 | Chelsea | 2-0 | Nottingham Forest | 40,544 |
| 14 | Derby County | 2-2 | Southampton | 17,095 |
| replay | Southampton | 2-2 | Derby County (pens 5-3) | 14,651 |
| 15 | Everton | 2-1 | Lincoln City | 37,900 |
| 16 | Fleetwood Town | 2-3 | AFC Wimbledon | 2,131 |
| 17 | Gillingham | 1-0 | Cardiff City | 7,090 |
| 18 | Middlesbrough | 5-0 | Peterborough United | 11,647 |
| 19 | Blackpool | 0-3 | Arsenal | 8,955 |
| 20 | Bristol City | 1-0 | Huddersfield Town | 12,178 |
| 21 | Crystal Palace | 1-0 | Grimsby Town | 19,967 |
| 22 | Newcastle United | 1-1 | Blackburn Rovers | 36,440 |
| replay | Blackburn Rovers | 2-4 | Newcastle United | 14,229 |
| 23 | Norwich City | 0-1 | Portsmouth | 23,201 |
| 24 | Fulham | 1-2 | Oldham Athletic | 16,134 |
| 25 | Manchester City | 7-0 | Rotherham United | 52,708 |
| 26 | Millwall | 2-1 | Hull City | 5,307 |
| 27 | Preston North End | 1-3 | Doncaster Rovers | 8,101 |
| 28 | Queens Park Rangers | 2-1 | Leeds United | 11,637 |
| 29 | Sheffield United | 0-1 | Barnet | 9,906 |
| 30 | Woking | 0-2 | Watford | 5,717 |
| 31 | Newport County | 2-1 | Leicester City | 6,705 |
| 32 | Wolverhampton Wanderers | 2-1 | Liverpool | 25,849 |
FA Cup 2018-19 Extra Preliminary Round – 11th August 2018
The Extra Preliminary Round kicked off the FA Cup 2018-19 season on the 11th of August 2018. This round featured the smallest clubs in the competition, all hoping to embark on a memorable cup run. The matches were competitive and hard-fought, with teams striving to advance to the next stage.
FA Cup 2018-19 Preliminary Round – 25th August 2018
On the 25th of August 2018, the Preliminary Round took place. More clubs entered the competition at this stage, adding to the excitement. The matches provided plenty of drama as teams battled for a place in the First Round Qualifying.
FA Cup 2018-19 First Round Qualifying – 8th September 2018
The First Round Qualifying was held on the 8th of September 2018. This stage marked a crucial step for clubs aiming to progress deeper into the tournament. The matches were fiercely contested, with each team determined to make it to the Second Round Qualifying.
FA Cup 2018-19 Second Round Qualifying – 22nd September 2018
The Second Round Qualifying took place on the 22nd of September 2018. As the competition progressed, the intensity increased. Every match was a battle, with teams pushing hard to secure a place in the Third Round Qualifying.
FA Cup 2018-19 Third Round Qualifying – 6th October 2018
The Third Round Qualifying was held on the 6th of October 2018. This stage saw the competition reach a crucial point, with teams just one step away from the Fourth Round Qualifying. The matches were filled with tension and excitement, as clubs fought to keep their FA Cup dreams alive.
FA Cup 2018-19 Fourth Round Qualifying – 20th October 2018
The Fourth Round Qualifying took place on the 20th of October 2018. With a place in the First Round Proper at stake, the matches were filled with drama and determination. Teams gave their all in pursuit of a chance to face clubs from the Football League in the next round.
FA Cup 2018-19 First Round Proper – 10th November 2018
The First Round Proper was held on the 10th of November 2018. This round marked the entrance of League One and League Two teams into the competition. The matches showcased high-quality football and produced several memorable moments as clubs fought for a place in the Second Round Proper.
FA Cup 2018-19 Second Round Proper – 1st December 2018
The Second Round Proper took place on the 1st of December 2018. The competition intensified as teams aimed to progress to the prestigious Third Round Proper. The matches were packed with excitement, and lower-league clubs dreamed of a chance to take on Premier League giants in the next stage.
FA Cup 2018-19 Third Round Proper – 5th January 2019
The Third Round Proper was held on the 5th of January 2019. This round saw the entry of Premier League and Championship teams, raising the level of competition. The matches delivered thrilling encounters, stunning upsets, and unforgettable moments.
FA Cup 2018-19 Fourth Round Proper – 26th January 2019
The Fourth Round Proper took place on the 26th of January 2019. With the competition heating up, the remaining teams battled fiercely for a spot in the Fifth Round Proper. The matches provided drama, excitement, and incredible performances as the FA Cup journey continued.
Stay tuned for more insights into the FA Cup 2018-19 season, including standout matches, key performances, and memorable moments from this historic competition. Keep exploring the magic of the FA Cup!
