Plymouth Argyle Upsets Brentford in FA Cup

Plymouth Argyle secured a stunning 1-0 victory over Premier League side Brentford in the FA Cup third round, with Morgan Whittaker scoring the decisive goal in the 82nd minute. This win marked Plymouth's first away victory since April 2024 and ended their 11-game winless streak, much to the delight of new manager Miron Muslic, who observed from the stands. Despite being the bottom team in the Championship, Plymouth's defense held firm against Brentford's attack, which struggled to capitalize on their home advantage. Brentford's manager, Thomas Frank, faced criticism for his decision to leave key players Yoane Wissa and Bryan Mbeumo out of the starting lineup, as his team failed to create significant chances. Plymouth's caretaker management duo, Kevin Nancekivell and Joe Edwards, received praise for their tactical setup, leading to a memorable upset. The victory is expected to boost Plymouth's confidence as they focus on Championship survival.