Macclesfield’s 2-1 FA Cup upset against Crystal Palace was masterminded by manager John Rooney, the brother of Wayne Rooney.

Wayne Rooney’s brother, John Rooney, was the Macclesfield manager who beat Crystal Palace in the FA Cup 2-1 😮

Wayne even had the chance to interview his brother after the game 😅 pic.twitter.com/a6oBOS6NBw

— ESPN UK (@ESPNUK) January 10, 2026