There was semi-final heartbreak for the Isle of Man as they lost a dramatic penalty shoot-out in the English FA National League Systems Cup to relinquish their grip on the trophy.
Midlands Combination triumphed 4-1 on spot kicks following a 1-1 draw at the Bowl after extra-time.
The Island trailed at the break through a Dan Pilgrim goal before Callum Morrissey equalised after the break.
The hosts pushed for the winner in normal and extra-time but were unable to claim a winner against a dogged Midlands side who went on to win the shoot-out.
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