It took a late show from Hendon's first two substitutes to see off a determined effort from Southern Combination League side Crawley Down Gatwick and book their place in the 2nd Qualifying Round of the FA Cup.

After an opening 79 minutes that saw clear-cut chances at a premium at both ends, Jayden Clarke finally broke the deadlock with an excellent powerful strike from just outside the penalty area.

Liam Brooks added a second three minutes from time after latching onto a ball forward, heading it past the goalkeeper and skipping past him to score in an empty net.

The hosts reduced the arrears almost immediately with a scrambled effort at the far post - the consolation the absolute least they deserved for their efforts - but were unable to force penalty kicks.

The Greens progress then into the 2nd Qualifying Round draw which we expect to take place on Friday lunchtime.