FA Cup: Lavvy progress, whilst Harlequins will need a replay

Monday, 21 August 2023 01:00

Bemerton Heath Harlequins and Laverstock & Ford FC continued their FA Cup journey in the Preliminary Round on Saturday with mixed results.

Harlequins will need a replay after a 1-1 draw away at Petersfield Town. Ryan Griffiths scored his first goal for Bemmy to give the away side the lead.

Petersfield equalised in the second half, meaning both sides come back to the A-Class Arena (Moon Park) on Tuesday evening for the replay.

Meanwhile, Laverstock cruised past Blackfield and Langley to secure their spot in the next round.

Two goals from Cameron Roach complimented a hat-trick from Tommy Campbell-Smith, saw the away side through to the first round of qualifying with a five-nil away win.

The win for Liam McConnell's side means they net £1,444 to add to the £1,125 they gained for winning the in the last round.

The first qualifying round games will be played on Saturday 2nd, September. Salisbury FC will join the competition in this round.

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