Newport Pagnell win FA Vase in a 3-0 thriller at Wembley

  • Newport Pagnell Town FC make history by winning 3-0 against Littlehampton Town

Newport Pagnell Town lifted the FA Vase for the first time after thrashing Littlehampton Town 3-0 to win at Wembley.

The Swans had never made it further than the quarter finals before but Kieran Barnes got them ahead after 19 minutes with a stunning 25 yard half-volley.

Ben Shepherd's double secured the deal for the underdogs - his second goal coming from the penalty spot after Lewis Jenkins brought down Jake Watkinson.

Newport Pagnell Town players celebrate after winning the Buildbase FA Vase final at Wembley Credit: PA
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Littlehampton were hoping to complete a league and cup double having won the Southern Combination Premier Division title last month.

Newport Pagnell Town fans celebrate after winning the Buildbase FA Vase final at Wembley Stadium Credit: PA

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