Generally
recognised as one of the all-time great cup-fighting teams, Albion first entered
the FA Cup during the 1883/84 season, losing 2-0 at home to local rivals
Wednesbury Town. Within four years however the club had reached the final three
times, finally lifting the trophy at the third time of asking in 1888 following
defeats in 1886 and 1887.
The club’s
impressive record includes ten cup final appearances - winners on five
occasions, and twenty semi-final appearances. They last lifted the famous old
trophy in 1968 when they beat Everton 1-0 thanks to a goal from the late, great,
Jeff Astle.
In this section
of the website, we will take a look at the club’s glorious triumphs,
embarrassing failures, it's FA Cup heroes and FA Cup villains. Including a complete
list of every game ever played in the competition, along with player stats,
memorable games, programmes, trivia and much much more.
Click on links below to go to
appropriate section.
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All-Time FA Cup Results |
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Stats & Facts |
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