Ascot United advance in FA Cup opening night

Ascot United players celebrate. Photo: Neil Graham.
Ascot United players celebrate. Photo: Neil Graham.

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Cherry Red Records Combined Counties League Premier Division North Ascot United saw off Cribbs 2-1 in the Extra Preliminary Round of the FA Cup on Friday night.

The Yellamen gave a competitive debut to former Reading FC goalkeeper Jamie Ashdown while goals came from Usman Lalustani and new signing Brendan Matthews.

Lalustani struck in the first half, side-footing hole a cross just before half time and he provided the assist for Matthew early in the second half to make it 2-0.

Cribbs were down to 10 men for the final 20 minutes after a red card but pulled one back from the penalty spot to ensure a tense final 10 minutes but it is Ascot who advance to play either Risborough Rangers or Holyport.

Read the full report from Ascot United here.

More FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round ties on Saturday afternoon. A full list is available here.

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