1.30pm 22 November 2025
Lincolnshire FA Junior Cup, Third Round
Scotter United 1 Long Sutton Athletic 2 (att 36)
The level of interest in county cups varies across the country, both among the clubs taking part and for me as a groundhopper. Lincolnshire's junior cup is among the better ones, taking in a wide range of clubs who would otherwise rarely, if ever, face each other.
The county's geography also means some long and slow journeys. Peterborough League side Long Sutton Athletic hired a coach to transport players and supporters north to Scunthorpe League Scotter United.
They'll have enjoyed the journey back home, thanks to an 87th minute goal that gave them a hard-earned place in the last 16.
Long Sutton had looked the better side in the opening exchanges, and deservedly took a first half lead. But despite creating chances they failed to extend their advantage, and Scotter got more into the game.
By the second half the sides were evenly-matched, and Scotter, top of the Scunthorpe League with a 100% record, deserved their equaliser. It looked as if 90 minutes wouldn't be enough to separate the sides, until Long Sutton's late winner.
Scotter United play at Northmoor Park, just north of the village. Portable buildings provide changing rooms, there's plenty of car parking, and club signage, advertising boards and a floodlit training area make it a neat if exposed venue. The pitch was roped off on along side.
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