ALAN Connell admitted he had "mixed feelings" after Cherries came from behind late on to progress in the FA Youth Cup.

Jake Scrimshaw levelled with his head from a corner to cancel out Noah Stokes's opener for Mansfield in the third-round tie at Vitality Stadium.

The game looked set for extra-time until Christian Saydee snatched the 2-1 win for the home side in the 90th minute after neat play from skipper Brennan Camp and Scrimshaw.

Cherries' victory in front of a crowd of 241, including Eddie Howe and a host of first-team staff, secured a trip to Youth Alliance South West rivals Oxford United.

Boss Connell, whose side exited the competition at the fourth-round stage last season, said it was a game of two halves. "Overall there are mixed feelings but we are delighted to go through," said Connell.

"In the first half we were poor. I did not recognise the players and the team that I have seen all season.

"It was difficult because Mansfield pressed us high and the wind was strong, but we spoke before the game about trusting what we do and sticking to our principles. We did it to a point, but it was nowhere near good enough.

"Some words were spoken at half-time about where we could do better and making sure the occasion did not get to us. I was pleased with the response in the second half.

"The boys showed they have a great attitude and character. We have scored a lot of late goals this season. We keep going and the fitness levels are great.

"It is a fantastic feeling to score a last minute winner."