"The game was played in great spirit with excellent sportsmanship shown by both teams. A credit to the league."
Whetstone joint-manager Clive Nathan told JC Sport: “To lose a cup game in the last five minutes is always hard to take, but this was an outstanding performance from our young team.
“We really could and should have won this game against a strong team that are two divisions above us. I am so proud of every one of the boys that played today and the spirit, determination and talent they showed.
"We left out our two leading scorers, yet still come away from our first ever senior cup game feeling we should be in the next round. I was particularly pleased with the way our substitutes came on and made a big difference. Their attitude exemplifies what this club is all about.”