Raynes Park Vale vs Merstham - FA Cup

Raynes Park Vale survived a nervy FA Cup tie to edge past Merstham 4-3 in a match that produced seven goals and seemingly endless momentum swings. Merstham drew first blood through a 35th-minute opener, only for Vale to level almost immediately four minutes later, setting the tone for a contest neither side could fully control. Vale ultimately proved the more clinical side across the full ninety minutes, converting their chances when it mattered most to claim a place in the next round. For Merstham, the defeat is a painful early cup exit, while Raynes Park Vale will take significant confidence from overcoming a spirited opponent in such dramatic fashion.