Deal Town have been given a date for their return to action in the FA Vase.

The Hoops have had their season in the Southern Counties East Football League declared null and void but cup football remains on the agenda.

Deal are the only SCEFL side left in the tournament and their third round match at home to Binfield - which will be played behind closed doors - is now scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 10.

The 2000 FA Vase winners will play away to Fakenham Town in round four if they win that tie. Fourth round matches will be played on Saturday, April 17.

Dates for the remaining rounds are Saturday, May 1 for round six, semi-finals on Saturday, May 8 and the final at Wembley on Saturday, May 22. Supporters are unable to attend matches until May 17, at the earliest. The FA hope to have limited spectators present for the FA Vase and Trophy finals.

The FA said: “We'll continue to monitor the national Covid-19 situation alongside the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport and would also like to thank the remaining clubs in these competitions and their supporters for being patient and understanding during this challenging time.”

Deal haven’t played since losing 2-1 at Corinthian on October 31. Lockdown has meant players haven’t been able to train together and they won’t be able to meet again until March 29, when outdoor sports facilities can reopen. Training is possibly subject to a limit on numbers.

Deal manager Derek Hares, speaking earlier this month, said: “There won’t be a lot of time to get ready but at least both teams will be in the same boat."

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