Peterborough United bow out of the Women’s FA Cup at the first round stage
The sides has drawn 2-2 in a league game at Posh the week before, but Long Eaton were too strong in this meeting.
The hosts scored in the very first minute from a corner, but top scorer Kier Perkins equalised on 15 minutes with a typically skilful finish.
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Hide AdPosh had also threatened before the goal when Jess Driscoll forced a fine save after connecting with Megan Parrett’s cross, but another set-piece saw Long Eaton back in front on the half hour.
After another fine Parrett pass Driscoll just failed to beat the home ‘keeper in a one-on-one situation before Long Eaton sealed victory with two goals in two minutes late on.
Posh are back in league action at Leek Town on September 19.
Posh: Cooper, Breakwell, Copson (Santiago 55 min), Copeland, Connor, Steward, Marson (McConville 45 min), Driscoll, Parrett, Perkins, Borque (O’Neill 55 min). Subs not used: Powell.
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