Mark Hone, 8 Minutes, November 1997, Gainsborough Trinity, 1-1
Mark Hone’s eighth-minute dismissal gave non-league Gainsborough an early invitation to cause an FA Cup upset at Sincil Bank. He received a straight red for a badly mistimed challenge on Paul Ellender, with the offence recorded as violent conduct. Former Imp Phil Brown relished the extra space as Trinity increasingly took control.
Dean Walling nevertheless headed City ahead after 14 minutes, meeting Jason Barnett’s corner with an effort which crossed the line before being cleared. Grant Morrow equalised in the 54th minute after being set up by Brown, and Gainsborough created enough chances to threaten a famous victory. City were ultimately relieved to hold on for a 1-1 draw and another opportunity in a replay.
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