Crawley Town exit the Papa John’s Trophy after losing 4-0 to Leyton Orient.

Ruel Sotirou gave orient an early lead followed by a goal from Happe in the 30” minute.

Sotirou scored his second goal of the game in the second, Dan Kemp tapped home from close range in the 77”minute.

Crawley’s next game will be their League Two match against Rochdale on Saturday.

Crawley Town move to 8th place in the League 2 table after their 2-1 home win against Bradford City on Saturday.

Sutton United won 4-0 against Carlisle United at Gander Green Lane.

In the Isthmian Premier Division, Horsham lost 1-0 away to Bowers Pitsea FC, and Merstham lost 4-1 away to Kingstonian.

It was good news for our local teams in the FA Vase second qualifying round.  Horley Town won 4-1 away to Croydon FC.  Redhill are also through to the next round after winning 4-3 on penalties against Alford following their 2-2 draw at full time.

Photo credit:  Met Police/BBC.  Photo shows Sergeant Matt Ratana

A special memorial day took place at East Grinstead Rugby Club on Saturday to remember the life of Sergeant Matt Ratana. 

Matt died in the line of duty at Croydon Custody Centre a year ago. 

He was Head Coach at East Grinstead Rugby Club where he was remembered with a celebration of rugby matches, music and Maori culture.  The Day began with a special Māori welcome, reflecting his New Zealand heritage.

A minute’s silence was also held by his Met police colleagues at 11 o’clock.

Classical Soprano singer, Joanna Forest, performed a special version of ‘World in Union’ released to commemorate Matt’s life and to support the BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year, ‘Unsung Hero’ award nomination last year.

Another memorial for Matt Ratana is being held in London on 29th November.

In League 2, Crawley Town celebrated their first away win of the season with a 1-0 win against Colchester.  Sutton United lost 2-0 away to Exeter City.

There was good news for our local teams in their FA Cup second qualifying round ties. 

Despite being down to 10 men after 34 minutes, Redhill’s away tie with Step 4, Phoenix Sports, took them through to the next round after their 3-1 win. 

Also through, are both Merstham and Dorking Wanderers. 

Horsham held Kingstonian to a replay after a late equaliser from Tom Kavanagh.  The replay will take place tomorrow evening at 7.45 pm.

Some of our local football teams will see FA Cup action tomorrow. 

Redhill FC travel to Phoenix Sports in their second qualifying round tie.  Merstham host Margate FC, and Horsham will meet Kingstonian. 

Kick off for all matches is at 3 o’clock.