16/04/2026
Ex Dons 3-3 Kentisbeare (Kentisbeare win 4-2 on pens)
Grandisson Cup – Quarter Final
The Dons faced a tough test against a strong Kentisbeare side sitting 3rd in Division 1 — but backing down was never an option.
We started on the front foot and looked the more dominant side early on. However, just 5 minutes in, a moment of madness saw Luke Bland instinctively make a brilliant save… forgetting he was playing outfield. Red card and penalty.
1-0 Kentisbeare.
That setback only fired the boys up. We responded brilliantly, continuing to control the game, and it wasn’t long before Paul Barnes cut inside onto his left and buried it to level things.
1-1.
Down to 10 men, we showed real maturity — slowing the game down, staying organised, and still looking the better side. The defence stood firm under constant pressure, putting their bodies on the line time and time again.
With 25 minutes to go, Barnes stepped up again — beating his man and slotting home for his second of the game.
2-1 Dons.
As Kentisbeare pushed forward, gaps started to open… and we made them pay. A free kick in a dangerous area saw Ryan Wright whip one into the top corner — cross or shot, we’re claiming it!
3-1 Dons, 15 minutes to go.
Fatigue started to creep in, but the lads kept battling. Unfortunately, a controversial moment saw Kentisbeare pull one back after a clear push in the box went unseen.
3-2.
Then, heartbreak. A lofted ball into the box found its way in during the dying moments.
3-3.
Penalties it was…
Kentisbeare edged it 4-2.
A gutting way to go out, but an unbelievable performance from every single player. Massive character, massive effort — and plenty to take into the league campaign.
Proud of the boys. 💜
