Plymouth Argyle produced a stunning upset by defeating Premier League leaders Liverpool 1-0 in the FA Cup, thanks to a penalty scored by Ryan Hardie. Liverpool, struggling with heavy squad rotation, failed to find their rhythm and managed only one shot on target for the first 36 minutes. The penalty was awarded after a foul in the box, leading to jubilant scenes for Plymouth fans. Notably, this victory marks Plymouth's first appearance in the FA Cup fifth round since the 2006-07 season, and it is a rare accomplishment to eliminate the league leaders at this stage.
Ryan Hardie's 53rd-minute penalty secured Plymouth Argyle a 1-0 win and the biggest upset of the FA Cup this season as they knocked out Premier League leaders Liverpool.
It took the Reds 36 minutes to have their first shot on target in the game, with James McConnell's deflected shot forcing Conor Hazard down low to his left.
Plymouth dug in deep, putting on an exemplary defensive display as Liverpool pushed for an equaliser. McConnell fired wide of an empty net.
Only thrice before had the Premier League leaders been knocked out of the FA Cup by a side outside the top-flight, with Plymouth joining the likes of Leeds United.
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