More FA Cup Kings Crowned As League Action Heats Up

Maidstone United stole the headlines as they made it through to the fourth round by stunning Stevenage.

The National League South bravehearts battled until the very end after Sam Corne put them ahead. They survived a surge from the League One promotion hopefuls to make it through - now will they get a massive reward?

Men man Eastleigh are also in the hat after Chris Maguire’s leveller at Newport sees the welsh club head back to the Silverlake.

But it was late heartache for Chesterfield as Watford’s 95th minute will left the table toppers devastated.

They did have some good news as they chasing pack failed to fire while they were away.

Bromley were held to a 0-0 draw at Maidenhead United, while Altrincham beat Barnet 3-2. Alex Newby got things going and a late fightback couldn’t rescue a point.

Solihull Moors are motoring and a 3-0 win over Woking was earned by Mark Beck, James Clarke and Callum Maycock.

Southend United fans think 2024 could hold great things - they beat play-off hunting FC Halifax 3-0, Gus Scott-Morriss with two.

They race is intense and Rochdale are back in there after a professional 2-0 win over Kidderminster. Veteran Ian Henderson scored again.

So too are Oldham Athletic, who love lift on the road. They left Dorking Wanderers with all three points thanks to Mike Fondop-Talum.

Ebbsfleet United top scorer Dom Poleon gave their survival chances a boost, putting Wealdstone away in a game the hosts won 2-0.

It was a winning start for Hartlepool United caretaker boss Lennie Lawrence. A 2-1 victory against Oxford City was earned by Tom Crawford and Joe Grey goals.

Tamworth take over at the top of the National League North on a dramatic day.

The Lambs defeated Buxton 2-0, midfielders Jamie Jellis and Kyle Finn again on target - and the good news didn’t stop there.

That’s because Boston United’s late show at Scunthorpe saw the leadership change hands, Jacob Hazel made it 2-2 in the big Lincolnshire derby.

Chorley’s title hopes took a hit, losing 2-0 at Alfreton Town. Liam Waldock made the points safe as Curzon were held by Farsley Celtic.

Rico Browne was the Rushall Olympic hero after his winner grabbed the game at Chester.

It was the first day for some managers and Steve Watson got off to a great start in charge at Darlington. Mitchell Curry’s 92nd minute winner at King’s Lynn made their trip worthwhile.

Brackely’s Morgan Roberts made it a losing start for Graeme Lee at Spennymoor Town.

But it was a good day for Southport who bit back to draw at Gloucester, Blyth Spartans won at Harry Green’s hat-trick made it a sensation Saturday for Scarborough Athletic against Hereford.

It’s going to take a lot too topple National League South leaders Yeovil Town - even days into the New Year.

They bushed Bath City aside, Jordan Young and Frank Nouble on target as second place Hampton went down 3-1 at Braintree - so the Glovers’ advantage is ten points with a game in hand.

Third place Worthing also lost. Chelmsford City left with all three points thanks to in-form Jermaine Francis’ winner.

New Eastbourne Borough manager Adam Murray started with a point at Torquay United. He went home happy after Decarey Sheriff’s 93rd minute leveller.

Aveley won 3-1 at Welling United to show they’re still very much in the play-off mix and so are Tonbridge after Kodi Lyons-Foster’s decisive goal against Weymouth.

St Albans are on a roll and Mitchell Weiss’ winner flattened Farnborough. Slough Town are really starting to enjoy their season and they were far too strong for Taunton Town.

Truro City win for a fourth match running. Ed Palmer made sure at Dover Athletic.

George Williams was at the double for Hemel Hempstead Town again - today it included a late penalty winner as the Tudors got injury time joy at Chippenham Town.