Town progressin WKD CoreIntermediate cup

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(after extra time)

BANBRIDGE Town made it through to the next round of the WKD Core Intermediate Cup after a deserved victory at the Riverside Stadium.

The game against Institute eventually took place on its sixth attempt after the poor weather had forced its postponement.

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The lads played extremely well to earn a 2-1 victory after extra time. Young Gareth Buchanan in goal had another outstanding game, saving yet another penalty, and numerous close range saves.

After going a goal down Stephen McArdle scored the equaliser and followed by a Damien McParland header getting the winner in the second period of extra time.

McParland’s goal has earned the Town a home tie in the third round of WKD Core Intermediate Cup against Limavady United at Crystal Park next Saturday, February 5 with a 1.30pm kick off.