Overview
- Gloucester City advanced with a 3-2 extra-time victory over Poole Town, sealed by Michael O’Regan’s strike in the 112th minute.
- Poole twice led, first when Harvey Slade forced a deflected opener, then when Shaquille Gwengwe scored from a rebound.
- Rylie Siddall equalised with a solo run in the first half and Joe Hanks made it 2-2 from a late corner to force extra time.
- Pre-match doubts over Poole captain Jamie Whisken and top scorer Gwengwe proved unfounded as both started, with Gwengwe scoring.
- Gloucester will face Farnham Town in the Southern Premier play-off final, with about 2,400 watching the semi-final as both clubs chase promotion to National League South.