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The Football
Association Challenge Cup, more commonly known as the FA Cup, is an annual
knockout football competition in men's domestic English football. First
played during the 1871–72 season, it is the oldest national football
competition in the world. It is organised by and named after The Football
Association.
In 2022, The FA Cup marks the 150th anniversary of its inaugural Final,
which took place between Wanderers FC and the Royal Engineers on 16 March
1872. To mark this special milestone for world football’s longest-running
knockout competition, we have struck the first UK coin celebrating The FA
Cup.
As a cherished favourite amongst fans of the beautiful game, the
competition’s unique knockout structure offers grassroots clubs the
opportunity to meet giants from the upper echelons of the football
pyramid. No matter how slim the chances, The FA Cup sprinkles a magical
feeling over each ground it passes through. There is no denying the hope
of something extraordinary unfolding over each 90-minute game and
potentially beyond. Underdogs slay giants, unknowns become global heroes
overnight and one moment of magic can be the difference between agonising
disappointment and undeniable euphoria. It is a competition steeped in
sporting history and continues to add unforgettable moments to the rich
tapestry of footballing folklore.
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