In a series of thrilling FA Cup first-round matches, Chesterfield stunned Portsmouth, Cray Valley earned a replay with Charlton, and Derby County produced a dramatic late fightback to avoid defeat at Crewe.
Non-league Chesterfield pulled off a giant-killing act by defeating League One leaders Portsmouth in the first round of the FA Cup. Tom Naylor scored the only goal of the game, heading home a free-kick in the 32nd minute. Despite their dominance, Pompey couldn’t find a way past Chesterfield’s relentless defense, and the National League leaders secured a memorable victory.
Eighth-tier Cray Valley earned a deserved replay against League One side Charlton after a 1-1 draw at The Valley. Scott Fraser gave Charlton an early lead, but Cray Valley drew level when Lucas Ness turned a cross from Kyrell Lisbie into his net. The visitors defended bravely and held on for a point, setting up an exciting replay.
Derby County produced a dramatic late fightback to avoid defeat at League Two side Crewe. Crewe looked to have secured the win with two late goals, but Nathaniel Mendez-Laing and Conor Hourihane scored in the 89th and 93rd minutes to rescue a replay for Derby.
In other notable FA Cup first-round fixtures, Aldershot will host League Two leaders Stockport, National League South leaders Yeovil Town will travel to Wrexham, and eighth-tier Ramsgate will face AFC Wimbledon.
