First half goals from Bailey Gallagher and Kyle Witt earned Royal Wootton Bassett Town a 2-0 victory away at Watlington Town as Sam Collier's side progressed to the last sixteen of the Marsh Challenge Cup.

Facing Hellenic League Division Two East opponents, Bassett were expected to progress. But they didn't have it all their own way, as Watlington put in a real shift, making life difficult for their visitors.

The hosts may have only mustered one shot on goal during the match, but they defended doggedly, ultimately limiting Bassett to just the two goals.

But that was all that was needed to secure safe passage to the fourth round, with both goals coming late in the opening half.

Credit: Stuart Smedley
Last modified on Sunday 26th January 2025 at 10:41