The two sides have to meet again but Borough know that should have put the issue beyond doubt. They missed countless chances as they totally dominated the one sided game.

Anton Thomas and Barry Williams missed early opportunities and then Joey O'Connor was twice guilty.

They appeared to be on the way to setting the record straight four minutes into the second half when Barry Williams fired through a crowded penalty area into the corner of the net.

But entirely against the run of play the Northern side equalised in the 76th minute with a header from their skipper Don Page. Borough know they will face a tough replay.