The Isle of Man FA’s under-18s side has exited the FA County Youth Cup at the quarter-final stage for the third successive season.

Lewis Qualtrough’s Manx teens were beaten 3-1 away at the Essex County FA on Sunday lunchtime.

Peel’s Jack Camarda had given the islanders an 18th-minute lead from the penalty spot, but two goals in two minutes gave the hosts a 2-1 lead at the interval.

Essex added a third in the second half to tee up a semi-final tie again the victor of next Saturday’s game between Norfolk and West Riding.

More in Tuesday’s Examiner.