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By Grey Whitebloom “Whatever the outcome,” Maidstone United’s enigmatic manager George Elokobi said, “we’re going to have a fantastic day.” The 4,500 travelling Stones fans and every neutral watching on had an even better day as Elokobi’s side penned another chapter in their gripping FA Cup fairytale. The sixth-tier, semi-professional outfit went to Portman Road and twice took the lead against high-flying Championship side Ipswich Town, eventually clinging on to a famous 2-1 win. Victory ensures that Maidstone are the lowest-ranked side to reach the fifth round of England’s oldest cup competit…