Ramsgate and Bracknell Town played out a disciplined goalless draw in the FA Cup at the WW Martin Community Stadium, leaving the Kent club with a replay on the road to determine who advances in the competition.

Defences dominate early exchanges

Both sides began the evening cautiously, and it was evident early on that conceding would be costly. The midfield areas were tightly packed, forcing both teams into long-range attempts that failed to trouble the respective keepers. Ramsgate’s best chance of the half came from a set-piece, but Bracknell’s centre-half was well placed to clear the danger off the line.

Goalkeepers shine after the break

The second half brought greater urgency as both teams pushed for a decisive goal. Bracknell Town created the clearer openings, striking the post with a curling effort from the edge of the area, while Ramsgate’s goalkeeper was forced into a string of fine saves to preserve his clean sheet. At the other end, a rare Ramsgate counter nearly produced a winner, but the visiting keeper stood tall to deny a one-on-one chance.

A replay in Berkshire

With the tie still level after ninety minutes, Ramsgate must now travel to Bracknell for the replay. The promise of a place in the next qualifying round and the chance of silverware will make for an intriguing rematch between two evenly matched sides.