This match was played at Lowhills Road as part of the Durham County Sunday Cup.
East Durham Acre Rigg and Doxford United FC drew 3-3 in a closely contested cup fixture, with Doxford United FC ultimately winning 5-4 on penalties. Doxford United FC benefitted from goals by Anthony Yates and Shaun Pace, who scored twice. Doxford United FC's player Michael Wright received a direct red card during the match.
No cards were awarded to East Durham Acre Rigg.
For Doxford United FC, Jack Avery was replaced by Kieran Peverley, Matthew Paul Cassap was replaced by Samuel Thompson, Lee Binyon was replaced by Philip Steel, Adam Pescod was replaced by Ben Pescod, and Anthony Yates was replaced by Kevin Ambler.
Pre-Match Prediction Analysis
I had predicted a narrow victory for Doxford United FC in this thrilling cup match, and while my expectations for their prowess were met, the result turned into a captivating draw before they triumphed in the penalties!