A series of matches in the FA Cup Second Qualifying Round saw notable outcomes across various non-league clubs on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Key fixtures highlighted the competitive spirit and unpredictability characteristic of early-round cup football.
Stafford Rangers secured a 3-2 victory over Hereford at Marston Road, with Scott Bakkor starring late in the match. After being fouled inside the box, Bakkor’s penalty was converted by Jack Birch to put Rangers ahead. Bakkor then added a curling goal to extend the lead before Hereford managed a consolation in stoppage time through Cox. Hereford had struggled to contain Rangers’ long throw-ins from Tom Tonks and the energetic performance of Bakkor in the second half proved decisive.
FC United of Manchester advanced after a 4-1 home win against Ossett United. Despite their low standing in the Northern Premier League Premier Division, the Red Rebels produced four different scorers to secure progression. Jordan Buckley opened the scoring, while Ossett’s James Clarke only managed a late consolation.
Cirencester Town and Farnham Town played out a 2-2 draw, ending Cirencester’s perfect record in the competition. Farnham’s Sam Evans and Rakish Bingham scored to give them the lead twice, but goals from Jamol Dare for Cirencester and a late equalizer from Harlie Price forced a replay.
Bury Town edged a seven-goal thriller with a 4-3 victory over Gorleston. Despite falling behind early to a Joe Marsden header, Bury quickly responded with three goals. Gorleston fought back to level twice before Ryan Jolland’s goal proved the winner.
Dulwich Hamlet recorded a comfortable 4-1 victory over Welling United, with standout performances from Sol Baugh, who scored twice and assisted, and Danny Mills, who capped off the scoring. Hamlet opened through Gaspar Mico and controlled the game throughout.
Elsewhere, Leiston secured a dramatic 3-2 win against Hitchin Town by scoring twice in stoppage time, including an own goal and a finish from Eddie Jackson. Plymouth Parkway overcame Frome Town 2-0 with both goals arriving after halftime, while Kettering Town defeated Quorn 2-0 thanks to effort from Michael Gyasi and Theo Alexandrou.
Trafford narrowly defeated Heaton Stannington 2-1 courtesy of a late goal from Brad Byrne, overturning an earlier equalizer. Hanwell Town also won 2-1 against Burgess Hill, aided by a long-range strike described as a contender for goal of the season by Jordan Esprit.
Other tightly contested fixtures included Hungerford’s 3-1 victory over Slimbridge, Sheppey United’s late penalty win at Snodland Town, and a 3-3 draw between Thame United and Exmouth Town, which will require a replay. Sholing edged Tiverton Town 1-0 with a late winner, despite Tiverton missing a penalty and finishing with ten men.
Torquay United delivered an emphatic 6-1 win over Stoneham with Sonny Blu Lo-Everton netting a hat-trick. In contrast, Kingstonian’s campaign ended in a 1-0 defeat to Leatherhead in a heated match that featured three red cards.
Horsham secured a 3-0 win at Walton & Hersham with significant contributions from Charlie Hester-Cook, who scored and assisted. Mulbarton Wanderers claimed a stoppage-time winner at Woodford Town, while St Albans cruised to a 3-0 victory against Witham Town.
Worcester City came from behind to defeat Stratford Town 2-1, with Charlie Lutz scoring both goals. Meanwhile, Waltham Abbey forced a replay with Dagenham & Redbridge after finishing 1-1, and Yate Town and Chippenham Town ended goalless in a match marked by few clear chances.
These fixtures underscore the enduring drama and commitment found in the non-league stages of the FA Cup, highlighting the passion that drives clubs and supporters alike at this level of English football.