As Crewe pressed for a winner, on-loan Manchester United keeper Lee Steele was lucky to escape with only a yellow card after bringing down Jones.

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Three seasons ago Ebbsfleet faced Crewe in the first round, while Bromley welcomed Colchester United to Hayes Lane two seasons ago, going out 4-0 in the first round.

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Abbott has already confirmed he is lining-up a replacement for current number one Ben Williams should the former Crewe man complete a move to League One rivals Colchester United.

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During his three years away from Crewe, Dugdale played non-league football for a number of clubs including AFC Telford United, Southport and Barrow.

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