Weston-super-Mare’s historic run in the FA Cup concluded in dramatic fashion as they fell 3-2 to Grimsby Town at Blundell Park. Despite their best efforts and twice leveling the score, the Seagulls were ultimately edged out by the Mariners, who secured their third consecutive home win against a non-league side in the competition.
Grimsby took the lead just before halftime in the 41st minute when Charles Vernam expertly curled a shot past Weston goalkeeper Max Harris following a short corner. However, Weston quickly responded early in the second half. In the 49th minute, Luke Coulson delivered a free-kick that, after deflecting off the wall, deceived a scrambling Jackson Smith and found its way into the net to equalize.
The Mariners regained the lead in the 70th minute thanks to substitute Jaze Kabia, who reacted fastest in the box to a recycled corner, poking the ball home. Weston fought back once more with striker Louis Britton converting a close-range finish from a flicked-on free-kick to level the score again.
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The match’s decisive moment came in the 86th minute when Grimsby substitute Kieran Green leapt to head a corner beyond Harris, securing the winning goal for the home side. Despite the disappointment, Weston-super-Mare’s record-breaking FA Cup run showcased their resilience and quality against tough opposition.