Weston-super-Mare made history by reaching the FA Cup third round for the first time, courtesy of Louis Britton’s two goals in their 2-0 win over Chelmsford. Elsewhere, Cheltenham overcame a 2-1 deficit against non-league Buxton to secure a dominant 6-2 victory, while Fleetwood advanced on penalties against Jack Wilshere’s Luton.
Swindon delivered a stunning 4-0 defeat to Bolton, featuring an Aaron Drinan hat-trick. Grimsby, MK Dons, and Exeter also recorded convincing wins. Mansfield, Wigan, and Cambridge all progressed in dramatic fashion, winning their ties via penalty shootouts.