South Shields 7-0 Witton Albion result, stats and report

South Shields produced a performance of total dominance to hammer Witton Albion 7-0 in the FA Cup, with Paul Blackett netting a first-half hat-trick and Cedwyn Scott adding a brace after the break.

Witton Albion were ruthless and efficient at Avro, scoring twice inside 22 minutes through James Steele and Tom Hoyle to advance in the FA Cup. Avro had more of the ball but none of the composure when it mattered.

Witton Albion arrive at South Shields on Saturday with a perfect FA Cup record across their last five completed matches in the competition.

Witton Albion arrive at Saturday's FA Cup tie against Nelson in the form of their early season, having won all three competitive matches in 2026. Sophie Hargreaves breaks down the tactical picture ahead of the 15:00 kick-off.

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