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FA Cup first-round previews: Oldham Athletic’s Micky Mellon targets repeat Sheffield Wednesday upset

Oldham boss Micky Mellon recalls his famous Shrewsbury upset of Sheffield Wednesday as he prepares for another shot at the Owls, with more first-round ties on Sunday involving EFL sides previewed.

Oldham Athletic are looking forward to facing Sheffield Wednesday

Oldham Athletic boss Micky Mellon knows exactly what it takes to send Sheffield Wednesday spinning out of the FA Cup.

Ten years ago, the Scot was managing Shrewsbury Town when an Owls side featuring the likes of Gary Hooper, Lucas Joao and Ross Wallace suffered a dramatic fourth round exit at the New Meadow.
Two screamers from Lewis McGugan appeared to have put the Championship side in control as they led 2-1, only for Shaun Whalley’s late leveller and a 97th-minute winner from Jack Grimmer to spark delirium amongst the home supporters.
Wednesday – now in League One – would go on to reach t...

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