History of the FA Cup in the FA's lawbook. The 1981 final contained what many consider to be the greatest ever final goal, scored by Tottenham's Ricky Villa who beat several players in a mazy run before slotting the ball home. In 1999, Ryan Giggs of Manchester United scored in extra time to defeat Arsenal 2–1 in FA Cup semi-final replay. The goal was voted the greatest in FA Cup history in 2003. History of the FA Cup The history of the FA Cup in association football dates back to 1871–72. Aside from suspensions during the First and Second World Wars, the competition has been
1905–06 FA Cup The eight third-round matches were scheduled for Saturday, 24 February 1906. There was one replay, played in the following midweek fixture. The four quarter final matches were scheduled for Saturday, 10 March 1906. The Newcastle United – Birmingham game was drawn, and replayed on 14 March. The semi-final matches were played on Saturday, 31 March 1906. Everton and Newcastle United won to meet in the final. The Final was contested by Everton and Newcastle United at Crystal Palace, on 21 April 1906. Everton won 1–0, the goal scored by Alex "Sandy" Young. 1905–06 FA Cup The FA Cup 1905–06 was