<?xml version="1.0" encoding="ISO-8859-1" ?><?xml-stylesheet type="text/xsl" media="screen" href=""?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>FA Cup news from itv.com</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/default.html?CMPID=RSS182971</link><description>FA Cup news from itv.com/football</description><pubdate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:48:42 GMT</pubdate><item><title>Cooper delighted with Poppies win</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/cooper-delighted-with-poppies-win-28666546.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Cooper-delighted-with-Poppies-win-57dc5827-5912-4444-a553-0902c750e90c.jpg" width="160px">Mark Cooper hailed his Kettering heroes after they pulled off an FA Cup shock at Hartlepool. ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:38:53</pubDate></item><item><title>Grayson hails player's professionalism</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/grayson-hails-players-professionalism-885742303.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Grayson-hails-players-professionali-74ada44b-c0f5-4372-8ee4-d379a3d33eae.jpg" width="160px">Leeds boss Simon Grayson hailed his side's ``professional performance'' as they carried their league form into the FA Cup first round to complete a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Oldham. ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:38:53</pubDate></item><item><title>Woods - We deserved nothing</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/woods-we-deserved-nothing-70058634.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Mariners-trial-for-Smith-70b8c8a3-b9c7-4578-b6a6-d9aa9fbdbec9.jpg" width="160px">Grimsby caretaker boss Neil Woods had no excuses after his side were knocked out of the FA Cup by Bath City. ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:38:53</pubDate></item><item><title>Hill happy with Dale fightback</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/hill-happy-with-dale-fightback-449559705.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Hill-happy-with-Dale-fightback-09f18d79-c4dc-451d-94e7-1e4a5cb67143.jpg" width="160px">Rochdale boss Keith Hill breathed a huge sigh of relief as his side came from three goals down to rescue a replay against non-League Luton. ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:38:52</pubDate></item><item><title>Foyle delighted with comeback effort</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/foyle-delighted-with-comeback-effort-306635462.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Foyle-delighted-with-comeback-effor-52080598-e75a-4f29-b94f-c32905e55f1a.jpg" width="160px">York boss Martin Foyle revealed how a half-time dressing down inspired his side's shock 3-2 victory over League Two outfit Crewe. ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:38:52</pubDate></item><item><title>Hackett proud of Glassboys</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/hackett-proud-of-glassboys-327331506.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Hackett-proud-of-Glassboys-88d4acc6-f652-40a1-8318-487f87b0510e.jpg" width="160px">Stourbridge manager Gary Hackett was left with mixed emotions as their first ever FA Cup first round match ended in a 1-0 defeat to Walsall. ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:38:52</pubDate></item><item><title>FA Cup second-round draw</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/fa-cup-secondround-draw-400198770.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Rovers-shock-bid-to-be-televised-li-26d6c85f-857b-4691-a290-077417c8dd68.jpg" width="160px">Northwich Victoria v Lincoln City]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:38:52</pubDate></item><item><title>Kettering to face Leeds</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/kettering-to-face-leeds-556583511.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Kettering-to-face-Leeds-8b8e028d-dfb8-4d63-830b-092f0f6a7369.jpg" width="160px">Non-League Kettering will take on former FA Cup winners Leeds in the second round of the competition.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:38:52</pubDate></item><item><title>Jackett eyes cup run</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/jackett-eyes-cup-run-87671062.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Jackett-wants-more-7bf355f8-03a5-4839-85ac-0a47851c7aaf.jpg" width="160px">Millwall boss Kenny Jackett admitted he was already dreaming of an FA Cup trip to one of the Premier League's big guns after securing a first-round 4-1 victory over AFC Wimbledon. ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:38:52</pubDate></item><item><title>Bees hit five past Gateshead</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/bees-hit-five-past-gateshead-828048374.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Addicks-could-run-away-with-it---Ma-24312181-c7ed-4492-8d4e-87b57f679eaa.jpg" width="160px">Brentford brought Gateshead's FA Cup run to an abrupt end with a convincing 5-2 win in their first-round replay at Griffin Park. ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:38:26</pubDate></item><item><title>Money hails 'deserved' victory</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/money-hails-deserved-victory-873905050.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Money-hails-deserved-victory-a19a0b9a-78b5-43ff-a11a-56ff5687eba3.jpg" width="160px">Luton manager Richard Money insists his side have proved they have what it takes to make the FA Cup third round after overcoming Rochdale 2-0 in their first-round replay at Spotland. ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:50:46</pubDate></item><item><title>Peschisolido happy with cup draw</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/peschisolido-happy-with-cup-draw-302454751.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Burton-boss-keeps-feet-on-the-groun-e56643c1-d104-4545-b052-2f5d755400c5.jpg" width="160px">Paul Peschisolido is pleased that his Burton side will revert to the role of underdogs when they travel to Gillingham in the FA Cup second round.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:11:58</pubDate></item><item><title>Lambert hails players` attitude</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/lambert-hails-players-attitude-485545188.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Lambert-hails-players-attitude-a4436b42-575c-4147-9804-0719e01e7f91.jpg" width="160px">Norwich boss Paul Lambert insisted his side's professionalism came to the fore as they cruised into the second round thanks to four-goal hero Chris Martin against non-league Paulton. ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:06:28</pubDate></item><item><title>Pesch 'annoyed' at cup display</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/pesch-annoyed-at-cup-display-266371414.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Burton-boss-keeps-feet-on-the-groun-e56643c1-d104-4545-b052-2f5d755400c5.jpg" width="160px">Paul Peschisolido admits Burton were fortunate to scrape past non-league Oxford City 3-2 and set up an FA Cup second-round tie at Gillingham.]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:52:18</pubDate></item><item><title>Brown hopes to harness 'crazy gang' spirit</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/brown-hopes-to-harness-crazy-gang-spirit-483518840.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Brown-hopes-to-harness-crazy-gang-s-654e335f-e410-41a7-8a57-18e64cd58820.jpg" width="160px">Terry Brown hopes to evoke the underdog spirit of the old Wimbledon as he leads the club's modern offspring into FA Cup action.]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:50:08</pubDate></item><item><title>Waddock frustrated by referee</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/waddock-frustrated-by-referee-464849144.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Waddock-frustrated-by-referee-7ed9632b-cbf3-4606-b213-4354220049eb.jpg" width="160px">Wycombe manager Gary Waddock was left trying not to get himself into hot water with the FA over referee Simon Hooper's performance following a thrilling 4-4 draw with Brighton at Adams Park. ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:58:07</pubDate></item><item><title>Bogie buoyant following late leveller</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/bogie-buoyant-following-late-leveller-444153100.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Bogie-buoyant-following-late-levell-c2e6f3e3-04b9-42a2-aec7-3ead2672b05d.jpg" width="160px">Gateshead boss Ian Bogie insists his side will head to Brentford full of confidence after Peter Winn's injury-time effort earned the Blue Square Premier side a replay. ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 13:42:20</pubDate></item><item><title>Westley hails inevitable draw</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/westley-hails-inevitable-draw-64652029.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Westley-hails-inevitable-draw-4c8c79ee-1126-4e87-ba19-34f9ada91ccf.jpg" width="160px">Stevenage boss Graham Westley believed his side's 91st minute equaliser in the 1-1 draw at Port Vale was almost inevitable after they pinned Vale in their own penalty area. ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 13:42:03</pubDate></item><item><title>Saints progress into second round</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/saints-progress-into-second-round-582582511.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Saints-progress-into-second-round-2a322d96-4244-46ac-be74-ba5a0a1bb753.jpg" width="160px">David Connolly's second-half debut double helped Alan Pardew's Southampton see off Bristol Rovers 3-2 in the FA Cup first round despite a spirited late comeback by the home side.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:51:11</pubDate></item><item><title>Lambert wary of Rovers threat</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/lambert-wary-of-rovers-threat-94673058.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Canaries-form-delights-Lambert-7a3f4039-71c2-4332-b92e-697106eabbeb.jpg" width="160px">Norwich manager Paul Lambert has warned his players not to underestimate their opponents in the FA Cup this weekend.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:51:11</pubDate></item><item><title>Nicholls relishing hometown encounter</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/nicholls-relishing-hometown-encounter-278989389.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Nicholls-relishing-hometown-encount-ec916f10-1105-4536-93d9-1e06ba992cab.jpg" width="160px">Walsall striker Alex Nicholls admits he has been looking forward to Saturday's FA Cup clash against his hometown club Stourbridge ever since the draw was made almost two weeks ago.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:51:11</pubDate></item><item><title>Confidence is building - Pericard</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/confidence-is-building-pericard-136065146.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Abbott-eyes-Pericard-deal-4814d297-4f9e-43fb-9c65-6ba09a6d703d.jpg" width="160px">Carlisle striker Vincent Pericard is hoping his side can transfer their improved league form into the FA Cup this weekend.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:51:11</pubDate></item><item><title>Chorley relishing Rovers reunion</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/chorley-relishing-rovers-reunion-679186504.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Williams-sells-Os-to-Chorley-bb82ccd9-0685-44ef-9e14-ef67b371e3f6.jpg" width="160px">Leyton Orient defender Ben Chorley will put friendships to one side for 90 minutes when he returns to Tranmere in the FA Cup this weekend.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:51:11</pubDate></item><item><title>Trewick wary of Sutton banana skin</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/trewick-wary-of-sutton-banana-skin-982272494.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Double-boost-for-Bulls-a2c445ed-9018-435a-83e9-a242703da643.jpg" width="160px">John Trewick is out to ensure his Hereford side are not on the receiving end of an FA Cup shock 37 years after dumping Newcastle out of the competition.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:51:11</pubDate></item><item><title>Raynes relishing Cup run</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/raynes-relishing-cup-run-525393852.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Hatter-Raynes-interested-in-move-a2657ea7-633e-4fbe-a8b9-45cd24dd1268.jpg" width="160px">Stockport defender Michael Raynes believes a good cup run could prove crucial in reviving the fortunes of the club.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:51:11</pubDate></item><item><title>Snodin wary of Latics threat</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/snodin-wary-of-latics-threat-546089896.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Snodin-wary-of-Latics-threat-ea48be8c-f898-4a38-beef-d9789e9102fa.jpg" width="160px">Leeds coach Glynn Snodin knows exactly what to expect from first-round FA Cup opponents Oldham on Saturday.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:51:11</pubDate></item><item><title>Sampson: It won't be easy</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/sampson-it-wont-be-easy-371601200.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Mixed-feelings-for-Sampson-209dacf7-7180-4b2e-8338-d45f8fafb922.jpg" width="160px">Northampton manager Ian Sampson has promised FA Cup opponents Fleetwood Town a tough contest at Sixfields on Saturday.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:51:11</pubDate></item><item><title>York late show sinks Crewe</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/york-late-show-sinks-crewe-588111446.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/York-late-show-sinks-Crewe-05144401-b94c-4ae3-847f-b82ae827e998.jpg" width="160px">A late comeback from Blue Square Premier side York stunned Coca-Cola League Two Crewe to claim the FA Cup first-round headlines on Saturday.]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:50:55</pubDate></item><item><title>Wagstaff back in comfort zone</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/wagstaff-back-in-comfort-zone-579888748.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Wagstaff-back-in-comfort-zone-6d5eac69-d86d-4e7d-a318-91f28a7d4e68.jpg" width="160px">Charlton winger Scott Wagstaff is relishing Sunday's FA Cup trip to non-leaguers Northwich Victoria.]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:34:21</pubDate></item><item><title>Tisdale waiting on player availability</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/tisdale-waiting-on-player-availability-68904143.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Tisdale-hails-players-attitude-24ce013f-996c-4ef7-9383-26972d4b4da6.jpg" width="160px">Exeter's on-loan Tottenham goalkeeper Oscar Jansson has been given the go-ahead to play for the Grecians in their FA Cup tie at Nuneaton.]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:58:07</pubDate></item><item><title>Lambert tipped for rousing reception</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/lambert-tipped-for-rousing-reception-936126260.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Pardew-backs-Lambert-a5c29f96-fa4a-4238-ae1f-2f4c80400ca9.jpg" width="160px">Bristol Rovers captain Stuart Campbell does not expect Rickie Lambert to get a rough ride from Pirates fans on Friday night.]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:32:28</pubDate></item><item><title>Harte warns of cup upset</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/harte-warns-of-cup-upset-299352317.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Harte-warns-of-cup-upset-a3597686-d8e3-45ed-b2d8-4c2c204cf00d.jpg" width="160px">Ian Harte knows Carlisle must be at their best if they are to avoid an FA Cup shock against Morecambe on Saturday.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:29:43</pubDate></item><item><title>Jones confident of Canaries shock</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/jones-confident-of-canaries-shock-156428074.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Rovers-shock-bid-to-be-televised-li-26d6c85f-857b-4691-a290-077417c8dd68.jpg" width="160px">Paulton manager Andrew Jones believes that his minnows have every chance of causing a massive upset in the FA Cup this weekend by beating Norwich.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:29:43</pubDate></item><item><title>Walton set for cup start</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/walton-set-for-cup-start-535929145.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Walton-set-for-cup-start-664e9f3f-e07e-45a2-81be-a8bb0ceacbe9.jpg" width="160px">Crewe caretaker manager Dario Gradi is set to reward on-loan midfielder Simon Walton with a starting place against York in the first round of the FA Cup.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:29:43</pubDate></item><item><title>Gray relishing Leeds test</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/gray-relishing-leeds-test-556625189.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Gray-hopes-for-away-day-glee-138d4843-9db2-4854-8ae3-d453d03fb4c8.jpg" width="160px">Oldham's assistant manager Martin Gray believes his side have "a fantastic chance" of bouncing back from last week's defeat with an FA Cup victory over Leeds.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:29:43</pubDate></item><item><title>Weston wary of cup upset</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/weston-wary-of-cup-upset-190348570.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Weston-wary-of-Wycombe-7af4a357-87de-4372-9015-25dbe06336c7.jpg" width="160px">Rhys Weston is expecting a "hostile" atmosphere when Walsall travel to midlands neighbours Stourbridge for their FA Cup first-round clash this weekend.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:29:43</pubDate></item><item><title>Phillips doubtful for weekend</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/phillips-doubtful-for-weekend-569849641.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Phillips-eager-for-extended-deal-660b5088-2aae-41e6-bd82-6087d26f67ac.jpg" width="160px">Brentford defender Mark Phillips has emerged as an injury doubt ahead of Friday night's FA Cup trip to Gateshead.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:29:43</pubDate></item><item><title>Bartley eyeing cup start</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/bartley-eyeing-cup-start-841177352.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Bartley-battles-back-8e43db92-b20e-4185-b833-7364ef020242.jpg" width="160px">Bournemouth midfielder Marvin Bartley hopes to be handed his first start for just over a month in the FA Cup first-round tie at Chesterfield on Saturday.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:29:19</pubDate></item><item><title>Still eyeing Terriers scalp</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/still-eyeing-terriers-scalp-60923988.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Still-hails-Daggers-attack-3c634e7a-157f-4f95-8617-194ad18bda48.jpg" width="160px">Dagenham & Redbridge boss John Still is hoping history is on their side when they head to Huddersfield for a tricky FA Cup first round tie.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:12:05</pubDate></item><item><title>Quartet handed cup all-clear</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/quartet-handed-cup-allclear-335056984.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Oji-set-for-Bulls-return-0eed544a-9436-4206-91b0-9af367320807.jpg" width="160px">Hereford have been boosted by the news that four of their loan players will be allowed to play in this weekend's FA Cup first-round tie against Sutton United.]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:12:05</pubDate></item><item><title>Paulton capture Canaries tie</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/paulton-capture-canaries-tie-54557491.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Search-on-for-new-FA-Cup-sponsor-3b5d6eb6-917b-4b8b-b10d-858fd3530db2.jpg" width="160px">Minnows Paulton Rovers were handed a dream FA Cup first-round home tie against Coca-Cola League One side Norwich on Sunday.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:49:19</pubDate></item><item><title>Rovers shock bid to be televised live</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/rovers-shock-bid-to-be-televised-live-662105329.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Rovers-shock-bid-to-be-televised-li-26d6c85f-857b-4691-a290-077417c8dd68.jpg" width="160px">Minnows Paulton Rovers will have their FA Cup first-round home tie against Norwich broadcast live on ITV1, the Football Association announced.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:49:19</pubDate></item><item><title>Imps to invest any cup cash</title><link>http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/facup/generalnews/imps-to-invest-any-cup-cash-136461121.html</link><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.itv.com/img//original/Imps-do-Sutton-proud-12aed70a-ca7e-4e4f-a56a-a4abd23ff975.jpg" width="160px">Lincoln vice-chairman Bob Dorrian insists any money the club earn from the FA Cup this season will be used to strengthen Chris Sutton's squad.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:49:09</pubDate></item></channel></rss>