FA Vase semi-final draw

THE two phoenix clubs left in the FA Vase will face off in the semi-finals after Hereford and Salisbury were paired against each other in this morning’s draw.

Hereford needed a last minute goal from John Mills in extra time to see off Camberley Town 3-2 on Saturday while Salisbury beat Ashford United 3-0.

Hereford boss Peter Beadle said: “It has been a fantasy ride up until now and it’s all been down to the supporters – they’ve been phenomenal.”

Salisbury manager Steve Claridge added: “Hereford, as well as us, started this season with nothing. If we win our leagues, we’ll then go into the Trophy so this is a golden opportunity with the Vase.”

The winner of that tie will take on either Morpeth Town or Bristol Manor Farm. Their quarter-final game was called off at the weekend and they will also try again on Saturday.

The semi-finals are two-legged, with the first ties taking place on Saturday, March 12 and the return fixtures seven days later on Saturday, March 19. Winners will receive £6,000 from the FA’s prize fund and book a place at Wembley.

Full FA Vase semi-final draw:

Hereford v Salisbury

Bowers & Pitsea/Kidlington v Morpeth Town/Bristol Manor Farm