Berkhamsted struck first after a level opening half
The first half ended without a goal as both non-league teams protected the centre and avoided giving away an early transition. Berkhamsted then changed the match shortly after the restart when Luke Andrews finished in the 47th minute.
The visitors had a lead to defend, but Plymouth Parkway continued to move the ball towards the penalty area rather than relying only on long shots. That pressure forced more defensive actions and eventually produced the first penalty.
Neal kept his composure from the spot
The tie was played on 9 November at the Manadon Sports Hub. Neal converted in the 73rd minute to make the score 1-1. Neither team found a winner in normal time, so the contest moved into an additional 30 minutes.
A second penalty arrived in the first period of extra time. Neal again accepted the responsibility and scored in the 106th minute. Repeating the same task under greater pressure required a calm routine and a clear decision before the run-up.
Parkway protected the lead through the final phase
Berkhamsted still had time to respond and introduced fresh players, but Parkway defended the penalty area with enough discipline to avoid another decisive error. The final minutes included fouls and direct balls as the visitors searched for one last chance.
The home side did not need to dominate possession after taking the lead. They needed to win first contacts, keep clearances away from central areas and prevent Berkhamsted from building repeated attacks. That practical approach carried the result to the final whistle.
The draw gives Parkway another home opportunity
The second-round draw paired Plymouth Parkway with Barnet. The next tie is scheduled for the weekend of 5 December, giving the club time to recover and prepare for an opponent from a higher level.
Reaching the second round brings sporting and financial value to a non-league side. The path was narrow rather than comfortable, but Parkway handled the key moments: recovering from the first goal, converting both penalties and defending the final lead. That combination kept their cup campaign alive.
The result also showed the value of discipline after the equaliser. Parkway did not allow the search for a winner to expose the centre of the pitch, and that balance gave them enough control to survive the extra-time response.