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Aussie manager Jon Brady helps Brackley Town pull off amazing FA Cup shock

Aussie manager Jon Brady has made FA Cup headlines after guiding non-league Brackley Town to a shock First Round win over Gillingham last night.

Brady's Conference outfit stunned League OneGillingham, managed by former England coach Peter Taylor, 1-0 at St James Park.

Brady said: "It is a special night. We worked very hard and rode our luck at times, but the players showed courage and belief.

"Gillingham had their chances but they didn't take them and we rode our luck. I can't ask for any more from our players."

Brady is a former Swansea City midfielder and Australia U17 international.

Brackley will travel to Macclesfield in the next round on Saturday 7 December.

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