Royal Wootton Bassett Town booked their place in the third qualifying round of the Adobe Women's FA Cup as they edged out Bristol Brunel 1-0 courtesy of Elle Scott's early penalty.

A professional performance from James Lally's side helped Bassett see off the threat posed by tier seven Brunel, who gave a solid account of themselves - and will take plenty of confidence from having pushed Bassett all the way as they embark on a promotion push in the league.

Scott's twelfth minute penalty - tucked away with confidence as she sent the 'keeper the wrong way - was all that ultimately separated the teams in a tight encounter in Bristol.

Brunel had been among the goals in the two previous rounds in which they had seen off Gloucestershire County League rivals Long Acton and Longlevens.

But, facing their biggest test yet, they were unable to find a way past the stubborn Bassett defence who made it consecutive clean sheets to begin the season.

Bassett now find themselves in the third and final qualifying round for the fourth consecutive season.

Now the task is to avoid exiting at that stage for a fourth year in a row - and to make history by advancing to the first round proper.

Monday's draw is eagerly awaited.

Credit: Stuart Smedley
Last modified on Sunday 21st September 2025 at 20:53