Oldham Athletic stun Sheffield Wednesday in FA Cup as manager is sent off

Oldham Athletic claimed a memorable FA Cup first-round upset at Boundary Park, defeating League One side Sheffield Wednesday 2-1 in extra time. The victory proved a difficult start for new Wednesday manager Dave Challinor, who suffered defeat in his first match at the helm.

The match was marred by a significant touchline incident involving Oldham boss Micky Mellon. Late in normal time, tensions boiled over during a disagreement between the manager and Sheffield Wednesday’s Callum Slattery. Footage captured Mellon appearing to move his head towards the player, resulting in the Oldham manager receiving a straight red card.

A dramatic finish

"I don't know what on earth the manager is thinking there, I really don't."

Glenn Hoddle

"It's all going off here, there's little one v ones as well."

Glenn Hoddle

Despite playing without their manager on the touchline, Oldham secured the win in the 110th minute through Will Sutton. The Latics had initially taken the lead in the 66th minute via Calum Kavanagh, before former Oldham player David Kellor-Dunn equalized for the visitors. The FA is expected to review the incident, with further disciplinary action against Mellon possible.