FA Cup: Gateshead 0-2 Walsall

Summary

League Two leaders Walsall advanced to the FA Cup third round with a 2-0 victory over National League side Gateshead.

Gateshead hosted Walsall as the two clubs met in the FA Cup first round proper.
Walsall secured the win with two goals, sealing their spot in the third round draw.
The result keeps Gateshead at risk of exiting the competition early, while Walsall continue their cup run.

"Walsall booked their place in the FA Cup third round draw with a 2-0 win." [BBC]

Walsall sit top of League Two, building early momentum in domestic cup competition.
Gateshead faced a challenging hurdle against higher-division opposition.

Walsall’s 2-0 win over Gateshead sends them into the FA Cup third round, maintaining their strong league form and Cup momentum.

BBC — 2025-12-07