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Two second-half goals were enough for Chatham Town to progress to the second qualifying round of the FA Cup following a tough weekend assignment. Goals from Bailey Akehurst and Freddie Sears, on 50 and 60 minutes, earned Chats a 2-0 away win over Isthmian South Central side Westfield. Manager Kevin Hake said: “We knew when the draw was made that it was going to be a difficult game. “Westfield were on a rich run of form and were in the play-offs last year. “First half was honours even but second half saw Bailey Akehurst open his account with a great free-kick. “Searsy (Freddie Sears) was a thor…

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