Macclesfield will host Brentford in the FA Cup fourth round at 7:30pm GMT, a match that could see the club advance to the fifth round. The game is a key fixture for the town’s supporters, who have followed the club’s recent cup run with enthusiasm.
Luke Matheson, a former Rochdale defender who scored against Manchester United as a 16‑year‑old in 2019, now plays for Macclesfield. He said, "To give back to the fans of this town is the proudest thing you can do as a footballer," highlighting his desire to create memorable moments for the local community.