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BY DAVID SAFFER The magic of the FA Cup is alive and kicking as non-league Borehamwood will travel to Everton in the fifth round of the competition.

The national league side stunned Championship high flyers Bournemouth with a 1-0 victory at the Vitality Stadium. Skipper Mark Rickets scored the all-important goal on 38 minutes to secure a glamour tie against Frank Lampard’s rejuvenated side who thumped Brentford 4-1.

Wood boss Luke Garrard told BBC MOTD: “We applied ourselves, we worked hard and we stuck to what we felt would get us the win. We have come here and kept a clean sheet, which is incredible.”

Everton’s new boss got off to a flying start with a 4-1 win against The Bees at Goodison Park.

Yerry Mina and Richarlison put the Merseysiders two-up, Ivan Toney pulled a goal back but the hosts were not to be denied as Mason Holgate and Andros Townsend sealed a welcome victory.

Lampard told BBC Sport: “It was a joint effort from the players and fans. When you’re in a tough time confidence can go down. The players were brave, they wanted to play.”

Other shocks saw FA Cup holders Leicester City and Manchester United crash to Championship outfits.

Nottingham Forest deservedly knocked out The Foxes 4-1 at the City Ground.

Keinan Davis, Philip Zinckernagel and Joe Worrall opened up a three-goal lead before Kelechi Iheanacho capitalised on a defensive error. But Forest pushed forward and Djed Spence fired home just past the hour.

Forest boss Steve Cooper told BBC MOTD: “It was about staying in the moment, staying focussed and carrying on as we were. A brilliant day for everyone.”

Middlesbrough overcame United 8-7 on penalties after a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford.

Anthony Elanga blazed over the crossbar to end the Reds hopes of domestic success for another season.

Jadon Sancho had fired home after Cristiano Ronaldo missed a penalty only for Matt Crooks to controversially level after Duncan Watmore handled in the build-up to the goal. But this was a game United should have wrapped up before full time as they missed numerous chances.

Boro boss Chris Wilder told BBC Sport: “It is the magic of the cup, we rode our luck, took our chances and took it to a shootout.”

West Ham needed extra time to avoid the biggest FA Cup giant killing in the competition’s history against non-league Kidderminster Harriers at Aggborough Stadium.

The National League North side led through an Alex Penny goal before Declan Rice equalised on 91 minutes. The match was heading to penalties when Jarrod Bowen tapped home in the last minute.

Rice told BBC Sport: “They probably deserved it if I’m being honest. We need to improve if we want to push on but massive congratulations to them because they were excellent.”

Chelsea also avoided a cup shock with a 2-1 win after trailing against Plymouth Argyle.

The Blues equalised before half time with an intuitive finish from Cesar Azpilicueta after Macaulay Gillesphey struck early on. Marcos Alonso edged Chelsea ahead in extra time before Kepa Arrizabalaga saved Ryan Hardie’s late penalty to book a spot in the next round.

Manchester City went behind but comfortably defeated Fulham 4-1 at Etihad Stadium.

Fabio Carvalho opened the scoring before a Riyad Mahrez brace together with goals from Ilkay Gundogan and John Stones completed the win.

Harry Kane scored twice for Tottenham Hotspur in a 3-1 home win against Brighton. Kane and a Solly March own goal put the hosts in control, Yves Bissouma hit back but Kane had the final say.

Liverpool eased to a 3-1 win over Cardiff City at Anfield. Diogo Jota, Takumi Minamino and Harvey Elliott scored for the Reds. Cardiff’s Rubin Colwill’s grabbed a late consolation.

Coventry City led Southampton who went on to win 2-1 with a Kyle Walker-Peters goal in extra time.

Viktor Gyokeres opened the scoring before Stuart Armstrong equalised with a fine strike.

Stoke City defeated Wigan Athletic 2-0, Josh Maja and Jacob Brown scoring. Kenny McLean scored as Norwich City knocked out Wolves while Crystal Palace won 2-0 against Hartlepool with goals from Michael Olise and Marc Guehi.

Huddersfield Town advanced against Barnsley with a Duane Holmes goal, Luton Town eased through 3-0 at Cambridge United with goals from Reece Burke, Carlos Mendes Gomes and Admiral Muskwe, Peterborough knocked Queen’s Park Rangers out with goals from Joe Ward and Ricky-Jade Jones.

Fifth round draw: Luton Town vs Chelsea, Crystal Palace v Stoke City, Peterborough United v Manchester City, Liverpool v Norwich City, Southampton v West Ham, Middlesbrough v Tottenham Hotspur, Nottingham Forest v Huddersfield Town, Everton v Boreham Wood. BY DAVID SAFFER Hendon United Sports took another step to the Premier League crown by defeating Oakwood 3-1 on Sunday.

Dovi Fehler, Moses Seitler and an O’s own goal accounted for the defending champions.

Third place HMH are 14 points adrift of the league leaders with two games in hand. Avi Goldberg’s side will pick up points from a postponed clash after bottom club Faithfold White withdrew from their fixture but Hendon are firm favourites in the title race.

Second placed HMH have played four games less than the O’s and Maccabi London FC who enjoyed a 4-2 victory against Club de Chigwell. Maccabi and Oakwood look set to battle for third spot.

In the Division One top of the table clash Stoke Salmon dug deep to share the spoils at Borussia Jewdinese in a hard fought 1-1 draw.

Louie Greenham slotted home a last minute penalty for pacesetters Stoke who remain on track for the title as they hold a seven point lead.

“The match against a very tough opponent was played in extremely difficult conditions,” said Stoke’s Jamie Weiner. “Despite a slow start, the boys dug in deep and got a deserved penalty. It was a massive result not dropping points to our title contender. It feels like we have one hand on the trophy.”

In other clashes, NWL Azzurri thumped Brook Farm Rovers 7-1. Sam Morris and Zak Jackson bagged a brace apiece. Solly Bradley, Ollie Miracco and an own goal completed the scoring.

Hampstead Ducks cruised to a 6-1 triumph over Straw Hat Pirates whilst FC London Bees edged past Temple Fortune A 3-2. Scrabble moved from the foot of the table with a 2-1 triumph at Redbridge Jewish Care Purple with goals from Elliott Gordon and Samuel Kebede.

Division Two leaders Geez Park Rangers are six points clear of London Athletico following a 4-2 win over Boca Chillers. Josh Shack and Josh Racke scored a brace in a six goal thriller.

Boreham Wood all set for Everton glamour tie BY DAVID SAFFER Reiss Mogilner scored six goals as Maccabi London Lions thumped Scrabble A in the second round of the Cyril Anekstein Cup.

Th e Premier League side racked up a 16-0 win with Daniel Green and Michael Kenley both bagging a hat-trick. Ed Brafman, David Dinkin, and Adam Hassanali completed the rout in a mismatch of a tie.

Lions could have scored in the opening minute of the clash but soon opened the scoring and led 9-0 by half time.

Th e Division One team, though outclassed, battled away to the end.

Lions boss was lost for words at full time such was the display from his team who gave every respect to the opposition.

“I’m not really sure there’s anything to say, we are happy to make it through to the next round of the cup,” he commented.

Hendon United Sports ran out 3-1 victors against League One outfi t North London Raiders.

Th e Premier side led early in the second half only for Raiders to equalise but struck two late goals to book a place in round three of the competition. Hendon take grip on league crown Hendon now turn their attentions to the league as they travel to Oakwood A for a crucial top of the table clash on Sunday (10am).

Daniel Kristall’s team stunned the league leaders last month when they won 2-0, a victory would move them to within a point “A performance full of character from the of Hendon with a match in hand. boys,” said Rangers boss Ben Leslie. “To come

Elsewhere in the latest round of fi xtures, back from behind twice showed the spirit in 10-man North London Galaxy made it a the team and desire to win the match.” three-way title race in the only Division One Bottom club Brady FC shocked Millbrook clash of the day after defeating Oakwood B. Park Calcio by sharing the points in a 2-2

Jamie Murray saw red early on but Galaxy draw. rallied with goals from Josh Cohen and Ja- London Bears travel to Oakwood Old cob Leigh to record an important 2-1 away Boys in the next round of the Peter Morwin. rison Cup after easing to a 4-0 win over

Galaxy head Redbridge Jewish Care A in Redbridge Jewish Care B. the table by just one point after 10 matches, Sam Martin, Louis Martin, Jacob Lauder third place Fairlop FC are fi ve points be- and Benjy Cowen scored the goals. hind with two games in hand. Zacki Doumou was on target again for

Rafi Bloom scored for Oakwood. London Athletico as they defeated Hapoel

“It was a fantastic performance in a Hampstead 3-1 in the Cyril Anekstein Trophy.

must-win game,” commented Galaxy player-manager Luke Lewis.

“We sat back and allowed Oakwood the ball, given the one-man advantage and looked to hit them on the counter attack with pace.

“Both goals came down the right-hand side. Leigh crossed the fi rst one into Cohen to fi nish, before slotting home himself. Up to fi rst we go.”

Th e Division Two title race also took a twist with league leaders Herstwood Vale going down to a 2-1 defeat at Temple Fortune.

Faithfold B have played a game more than Vale but moved level with a 5-3 win at North London Raiders Masters.

Jacob Kalms struck twice for Fortune who scored through leading scorer James Milletwith his 17th goal of the season.

Th e result was all the more remarkable as Temple were down to 11 players with ‘keeper Ben Rebuck dislocating a shoulder in the warm up.

“Th is was a fantastic win given the circumstances,” said delighted Fortune boss Simon Linden.

“We had a number of players out, Rebuck got injured, so I couldn’t have asked any more from the players. We wish Ben a speedy recovery.

“It was a proper old school performance, we battled and defended for the 90 minutes and took our chances. Experience proved to be the winner. It’s a big win, one we will enjoy and we hope to build on it in 2019.”

He added, “Th is win marks 50 years as a football club and will be one Nigel Kyte and everyone associated with the club from day

Sixteen-goal Lions rout Scrabble in Cup “It was a proper old school performance, we battled and defended for the 90 minutes and took our chances. Experience proved to be the winner.”

one will enjoy.” Vale boss Jacob Emanuel was quick to wish Rebuck well following his injury. “First and most importantly, everyone at Vale would like to wish the Fortune ‘keeper a quick recovery, we hope to see him back on the football pitch as soon as possible,” he said. As for the defeat, Emanuel commented, “It doesn’t matter how big a squad you have, you can never account for unavailability or injury. Only fi ve of today’s team played in our recent win over FC Team, a lack of togetherness and poor individual

16-goal Maccabi London Lions PHOTO: DAVID SAFFER

Richarlison scored for Everton PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK who now host Boreham Wood