Lancing have been reinstated in the FA Cup.

Southern Combination League premier Lancing lost to Phoenix Sports in the first qualifying round but following a Football Association investigation their opponents have been removed from the competition after fielding an ineligible player.

Phoenix Sports had been scheduled to play Hendon in the second qualifying round last Saturday but the tie was postponed while the matter was investigated.

Lancing were informed of the decision this afternoon and will now go to Hendon on Tuesday for the second qualifying round clash with a trip to Chippenham Town on offer for the winners.

Sports have the right to appeal and if they were to do so it would be considered on Monday.