Lincoln City 6 Forest Green 2 Swindon Darlington

MICHAEL APPLETON hailed Lincoln’s depth.

Jorge Grant and Anthony Scully scored twice, one penalty from the former, with James Jones and Brennan Johnson also on target.

Elliott Whitehouse and Jake Young scored consolations for Rovers.

“It could have been an upset, but I’m thankful we turned up and played well,” said Appleton.

Forest Green Rovers manager Mark Cooper admitted: “We were very soft today.”

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CARETAKER boss Noel

Hunt was furious with Swindon’s display against non-league Darlington.

The managerless Robins’ miserable run continued after suffering their seventh defeat in their past eight.

Adam Campbell scored in each half to help Darlington reach the second round for the first time since 2007. Brett Pitman equalised for the League One outfit.

Hunt said: “You’ve got to live and learn in this game, there will be consequences.”

Darlington boss Alun Armstrong said: “It’s great. I think we are worthy winners to be honest.”