By Ralph Rands
MARINE earned their place in the first round as Danny Mitchley’s penalty separated the sides in Crosby.
Vinny Bailey’s early shot was blocked by a United defender before the Mariners took the lead in front of their biggest gate of the season.
Mitchley’s chipped ball over the top of the United defence allowed Florian Da Silva to race into the box before being tripped by Reds keeper Lloyd Allinson. Mitchley stepped up to fire the resultant spot-kick home via the underside of the bar.
Martin Fearon kept the Whites ahead with a smart save from Thomas Walker&rsqu...