John Mills Abingdon Utd are victorious is Play Off Semi Final.

Abingdon United booked their place in the play-off final after a fierce battle with local rivals Clanfield 85, clinching victory in a dramatic penalty shootout on Thursday night.

The match was a tense affair from the first whistle, with both sides battling hard in a high-stakes derby that saw chances at both ends but no breakthrough in regular time. It all came down to penalties — and it was Abingdon who held their nerve, delivering when it mattered most.

Clanfield 85, making their fourth consecutive play-off appearance, once again proved they have what it takes to compete at the sharp end of the league. But despite their consistency, they were denied once again on the night — this time by a determined Abingdon side hungry for promotion.

With the win, Abingdon United now advance to the final, just one game away from reaching Step Five. The stage is set — and confidence will be high after a performance full of grit, discipline, and composure under pressure.