Lichfield City made it through to the next stage of the Les James Challenge Cup after a narrow 2-1 win at Stafford Town.
A close first half saw few chances, but the visitors took the leader after a far post header from centre back Todd Perry.
The goal seemed to kickstart Stafford’s evening and they carved out a number of good chances, only to be denied by Craig Johnson in the Lichfield goal as he ensured his side went in to the half-time break with a one-goal advantage.
But City’s resistance was finally broken when a smart shot from the edge of the box pulled Town level after 55 minutes.
Lichfield battled back and restored their lead when Harry Reece netted.
Stafford had a late chance to equalise once more but saw the ball bounce back off the inside of the post in the dying moments.
