Magpies' FA Cup Dream Ends as Oxford City Secures 2-0 Victory

Dorchester Town exciting FA Cup journey hit a roadblock on Saturday, September 19, 2026, as two second-half strikes from Oxford City secured a 2-0 win for the visitors at the Avenue Stadium. This defeat sees 'The Magpies' exit the prestigious knockout competition, ending their aspirations for a deeper run in the 2026-27 season. The clash was a significant test for Dorchester, a team from the Southern League South Division, who had already navigated two earlier rounds of the FA Cup with impressive wins against Winchester City and Brixham. Going into the match, 'The Magpies' boasted a strong home record, making their Avenue Stadium a tough ground for visiting teams. However, their opponents, Oxford City, who play in the higher-tier National League North, entered the competition in this round and were in excellent form, sitting second in their league after a string of strong performances. With their FA Cup ambitions now over, Dorchester Town, under manager Glenn Howes, will shift their focus back to their Southern League South Division campaign, aiming to maintain their positive league form. Meanwhile, Oxford City, managed by Ross Jenkins, will eagerly anticipate the draw for the next stage of the FA Cup, looking to extend their impressive run in the competition and potentially face even bigger teams.