FA Cup qualifying tie to be replayed after ref's error
Mulbarton Wanderers are "deeply upset" after being told they must replay their FA Cup qualifying tie with Woodford Town because of a referee's error.
Mulbarton Wanderers are upset after being forced to replay their FA Cup qualifying match against Woodford Town due to a referee's mistake. The match, originally won by Mulbarton 2-1, was protested by the home team following a disallowed penalty. The FA's sub-committee ruled that a technical error occurred and ordered the replay, which Mulbarton will host on September 29.
Both clubs expressed disappointment with the decision, with Mulbarton stating it has significant implications for future FA Cup matches. Woodford Town thanked the FA for resolving the issue according to FA Cup rules.
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