Live Commentary: FA Cup first round - as it happened

Hello, and welcome to Sports Mole's live coverage of Saturday's fixtures in the FA Cup first round.

When the football calendar is released each year, the majority of football supporters immediately look forward to the fixtures against their fierce rivals, but for a non-league, looking at the date for FA Cup first round is a chance to dream about what could lie in wait for them on a cold, wet day in November. Well, that day has arrived and for 16 non-league teams, today is the day for them to try to edge closer to a mammoth showdown with a Premier League team in January.

Originally, 17 clubs outside of the Football League had been due to play this afternoon but unfortunately, one of those fixtures has fallen by the wayside. Concord Rangers, who currently sit in 11th place in the Conference South, had been due to play Mansfield Town but the pitch at Field Mill has failed an inspection from the referee after the constant downpours of rain that we have had over the last 24 hours. Let's hope that is the last of the postponements this afternoon...

Football supporters would have already been looking forward to this afternoon's action but if ever an appetite was to be whetted, it would have come from last night's fixture between Warrington Town and Exeter City. Warrington compete at the eighth tier of English football but after a performance full of fight and determination against their League Two opponents, they manage to see out a famous 1-0 victory. If you missed last night's drama, have a squint at our match report by clicking here.

More often than not, the Football League teams will come through against the minnows, but a round of the FA Cup never passes by without a few shocks. That's the beauty of the competition and why it is regarded as the best domestic cup competition in the world (unless that's just me being biased...). With 45 minutes still remaining until the games get underway, let's take a look at where some of the surprises could take place this afternoon.

East Thurrock United of the Isthmian Premier are the lowest-ranked team competing this afternoon and the first-round draw thrown up a long-distance trip to Hartlepool United of League Two. On paper, it's a mis-match but given Hartlepool's struggles of late, there's a real possibility of the East Thurrock earning a result at Victoria Park. Their away form in the league is nothing to shout about, but one thing that they have achieved this season is solidity at the back and with Hartlepool having scored just 12 goals in 16 games this season, who knows...

Another tie that has got giant-killing written all over it is AFC Flyde's encounter with Plymouth Argyle. Plymouth are riding high in League Two but that's not enough reason to dismiss Fylde, who have been on a real charge in the Conference North. They slipped up last weekend but that is likely to be just a minor blip and there is expectation in the North-West that not only can they return with a result at Home Park, they can also reach the Football League in the next few years.

This is the scene at Victoria Park where East Thurrock United have just taken to the pitch to start their warm-up.

Warming up! #FACup1stRound #WeAreIn pic.twitter.com/jsMwewxfim — East Thurrock Utd FC (@1EastThurrockFC) November 8, 2014

It's a similar story at Home Park where the AFC Fylde players have began their preparations.

The boys begin their pre Match warm ups! #ComeOnYouCoasters #WeAreFylde #FACup1stRound pic.twitter.com/biblcQh6KG — AFC Fylde (@AFCFYLDE) November 8, 2014

PITCH INSPECTION! Weston-super-Mare are scheduled to host Doncaster Rovers this afternoon but it's not looking good. A lengthy pitch inspection is currently taking place with the ball not having a whole lot of movement when dropped on the playing surface by the referee.

Anyway, while we wait for another update, let's crack on with taking a look at another match. Dover Athletic have struggled since their return to the Conference Premier but they can forget about their league woes with the long...long trip to the North-West coast to play Morecambe, who are placed in ninth in League Two. Both teams have been similar form in their respective leagues and Morecambe's home record is equally as average as Dover's away statistics. A worry for Dover though might be their tendancy to ship a couple of goals per game on the road and that will have to improve if they want to progress through to Monday's draw.

This was the reason why Mansfield against Concord Rangers was called off. Looks fine to me...

PHOTO: Representatives from Concord Rangers inspects the water logged pitch pic.twitter.com/vbWRBxNXt9 — Mansfield Town FC (@mansfieldtownfc) November 8, 2014

POSTPONEMENT! They may be based on opposite sides of the country but The Weston-super-Mare versus Doncaster Rovers fixture has suffered the same fate as the one at Mansfield. Desperately disappointing for all involved.

With that cancellation, we are left with 25 ties. I'm confident that no more will be called off...

Reports are coming in that the Doncaster Rovers fans haven't taken too kindly to the news that their 400-mile round trip has been wasted. I'm not surprised. I think everyone is all for giving a game as much chance as possible to go ahead, but it shouldn't take 21 minutes before kickoff for the officials to make a decision one way or another.

One potential upset that we haven't looked at yet is the game between Barnet and Wycombe Wanderers. The Bees have been in ruthless form since the start of August to open up a considerable gap at the top of the Conference Premier. Wycombe find themselves at the summit of League Two but I doubt that they will relish the trip to the Bee Hive Stadium today. Barnet look unstoppable on route to a return to the Football League and this contest is the perfect opportunity for them to showcase their ability under Martin Allen.

With so many matches taking place, it's probably not humanly possible to bring you an update of every goal that goes in this afternoon but don't worry - you still have our comprehensive live score section to scroll through at your convenience.

KICKOFF! We are underway up and down the country.

The first goal of the afternoon has been scored by Conference South outfit Bromley, with Louis Dennis netting in the opening minute against local rivals Dartford, who play in the league above in the Conference Premier.

We spoke about this match in the buildup, and it's taken just three minutes for in-form John Akinde to notch up his 12th goal of the season against his former club Wycombe Wanderers. Don't be surprised to see the forward add more to his tally later in the afternoon.

The goals are starting to fly in now. Yeovil Town and Shrewsbury Town have taken the lead in their respective matches but there's a big goal in the fixture between Southend United and Chester FC, with the Conference Premier team scoring through Ben Heneghan.

Could there be a shock on the cards at London Road? Carlisle United, who sit third bottom of League Two, have taken the lead at League One team Peterborough United.

Hemel Hempstead, who are struggling in 17th place in the Conference South, have gone ahead at Gigg Lane against Bury. 61 places separate the two teams in that one.

The goals have stopped for the time being but we've already had the opening chapters written in several potential giant-killings. The Hemel Hempstead is the stand-out scoreline so far.

It has taken just 15 minutes for the first red card of the day to be handed out. Rochdale's Ian Henderson has been dismissed in their tie with Northampton Town.

It didn't take long for a response from Bury, did it? The League Two outfit are back on level terms against their non-league opponents with Andrew Tutte getting on the score sheet.

Basingstoke Town and AFC Telford United are separated by one division but it's effectively one place with Basingstoke top of the Conference South and Telford bottom of the Conference Premier. However, it's the team lacking form who have edged in front, with Rod McDonald getting the goal.

Swindon Town are having a nightmare at Whaddon Road against Cheltenham Town. Not only are they a goal down, but they are now a man light as well. Nathan Thompson has been dismissed for denying a goal-scoring opportunity.

We've only had a total of 14 goals from our 25 matches, which isn't many, is it? Or is that just me being greedy?

East Thurrock United are still holding their own at League Two's Hartlepool United. Hartlepool have had the best opening of the match, though, with Jordan Richards heading off target. East Thurrock will fancy their chances if they can remain on level terms at the break.

Benik Afobe has been in unstoppable form during the early parts of this season, and that has continued at Vale Park. He's just netted his 14th strike of the campaign to equalise for his side.

It's taken them 32 minutes but Hartlepool have the lead over East Thurrock with Jonathan Franks getting the goal.

AFC Fylde and Chester had been doing well in their respective ties, but they've both conceded in the past couple of minutes. AFC Fylde have fallen behind at Plymouth Argyle while Barry Corr has equalised for Southend at home to the Conference Premier club.

Barnet have been pegged back in the battle of the league leaders at the Bee Hive Stadium with Paul Hayes getting Wycombe Wanderers back on level terms from the penalty spot.

We have just five minutes remaining before the break in our 25 matches. Can any of the non-league sides gain the upper hand before half time?

It's turning into a fine afternoon for teenager James Roberts. He has netted twice to give Oxford United a 2-0 lead away at Conference Premier high-flyers Grimsby Town.

Peterborough are finally level with Carlisle after spending much of the first half behind to the League Two strugglers. Defender Christian Burgress is the man with the goal.

The half-time scores are beginning to flood in so hop on over to our live scores section to catch a glimpse of what is going down up and down the country.

It's not quite half time at the Crabble Athletic Ground and that's certainty a positive thing for the hosts. The Conference Premier side have just taken the lead against Morecambe after a goal from Stefan Payne.

I made a big song and dance about there always being shocks in the FA Cup but as it stands, just one non-league hold an advantage over Football League opposition with Dover Athletic leading Morecambe. Still, there is plenty of time for that to change.

As well as the ties taking place today, we also have plenty being played tomorrow afternoon too, so be sure to check back tomorrow for more coverage of the FA Cup first round.

All of the games that restarted now, so expect the goals to start flying in again very soon, especially in the games involving non-league teams. This is their 45 minutes to shine or face the prospect of missing out on this opportunity for another 12 months.

Bromley had the honour of netting the first goal in the opening 45 minutes but opponents Dartford have repeated that achievement at the start of the second.

Basingstoke have also equalised at home to AFC Telford. Those two team-talks have worked well. The Conference South leaders have plans for a £10m stadium so a bit of money from this competition would come in handy.

Grimsby Town's participation in this year's competition is coming to an end. Danny Rose has given Oxford United a 3-0 lead against the Mariners.

Chester FC are back in front at Southend! Craig Mahon has netted the goal for the Conference Premier side.

We haven't spoken much about Southport's game at Dagenham & Redbridge, but the Sandgrounders are still goalless with the League Two side, who have lost 11 of their last 13 matches at home. Gary Brabin will be delighted with how his team have fared so far.

It's turned into a cracking game at Vale Park. Port Vale had been leading against MK Dons, but the visitors are now in front by a 3-2 scoreline. Benik Afobe has posted a double.

AFC Fylde are still chipping away at Plymouth Argyle but the Conference North representatives remain 1-0 down. The same can be said of East Thurrock United at Hartlepool United, who will fancy their chances of an equaliser if they can take their hosts into the closing stages at just 1-0 down.

Wycombe have completed the turnaround against 10-man Barnet to lead 2-1 at the Bee Hive Stadium. It could be tough for the Conference Premier leaders from here onwards.

We are approaching the nitty-gritty part of the games now. Apart from three games that look done and dusted, the other 22 are separated by no more than a goal so we are sure to have some late drama in the next 20 minutes.

The dream looks over for AFC Fylde who have conceded a second to Plymouth Argyle. It was always going to be a tough ask but knowing the ambition that is present in the North-West, they will be bitterly disappointed to bow out of the competition at this stage.

As it stands, Dover Athletic and Chester FC are still leading against Morecambe and Southend United respectively. That's where the stories are at the moment.

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas has given League One leaders Bristol City a 2-0 lead away at Gillingham. Steve Cotterill's men have been superb since the off this season and that looks like continuing at the Priestfield Stadium.

It's looking like game over for Barnet, who are now 3-1 behind at home to Wycombe. Remember that Barnet are down to 10 men too. There's a thrilling contest taking place at the Courage Stadium with Dartford now leading Bromley 4-3 after facing a 1-0 deficit at the break.

There's also been seven goals at Vale Park! The home side have reduced the deficit to one after getting back to 4-3 down against MK Dons.

They have battled on bravely but East Thurrock have finally conceded a second away at Hartlepool United. They are the lowest-ranked team competing this afternoon.

Disaster for Hemel Hempstead! The Conference South side have conceded late on away at Bury.

It's taken a while for the result to come through but Dover Athletic and Chester FC have both prevailed over Football League opposition to reach the second round of the FA Cup. Congratulations to all involved!

Both teams had to hold on towards the end but they deservedly take their place in the next round. Conference Premier sides Eastleigh and Dartford have also joined them with wins against teams in the non-league pyramid, while Southport have earned a replay against Dagenham & Redbridge.

Looking at the all Football League ties, Cheltenham Town's 5-0 thrashing of Swindon Town catches the eye, as does Cambridge United's narrow triumph over Fleetwood Town.

On that note, we will bring an end to our coverage of the FA Cup in this blog but please stick around for all of the reports, round-ups and reaction that will be coming your way over the next hour. As ever, thanks for joining Sports Mole this afternoon. Goodbye for now.