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The 1884–85 season was the second season Stoke took part in the FA Cup; they, however, withdrew at the first round.
Season review
Stoke were drawn to play Scottish side Queens Park away; however, the directors were unhappy about having to pay the full travel costs and so decided to withdraw from the match.