The opening 15 minutes saw Stafford apply early pressure, forcing Pond into action. He produced a top-class reaction save in a one-on-one situation, before Stafford struck the post during a goalmouth scramble. Cameron eventually cleared the danger to keep the scores level.

Chasetown grew into the game and created the best chance so far of the first half after 35 minutes. A dangerous ball to the back post fell to Cater, who showed good composure to beat a defender before firing narrowly over the top left corner.

The breakthrough came when Webster cut in from the right wing, beat two defenders and curled an excellent effort into the top left corner to give Chasetown the lead going into the break.

Five minutes into the second half, Chasetown doubled their advantage. Cater’s free kick proved too hot for Davies to handle, spilling into the penalty area where Yates reacted quickest to volley home from the penalty spot.

Chasetown continued to press, with Thompson seeing an effort whistle just over the bar, while crosses from Kirton and a strike from Langston both failed to find the target.

Stafford pulled a goal back when O’Neill rose to head the ball over Pond , setting up a nervy finish. However, Chasetown still held firm to see out the remainder of the game and secure the result.