Governor’s Athletic won 3-1 at Michael
Football – and there were no shocks in the Friends Provident International FA Cup yesterday (Saturday).
St George’s, Rushen and Douglas Athletic all won convincingly against lower opposition.
St Mary’s and Corinthians saw off St John’s and Laxey respectively in extra-time thrillers.
The other preliminary round tie saw a bit of history created as Governor’s Athletic won 3-1 at Michael – their first ever victory in a Manx cup competition.

Football: 2026/27 Manx season starts with a bang
FC Isle of Man fall to defeat at Trafford
2026 Manx International Classic Trial taking place
Bikes aplenty planned for Jurby Day 2026