DARWEN were hammered 5-1 at Northern League side Norton and Stockton Ancients.
Almond's late goal on 85 minutes was the only bright point as they exited from the FA Cup.
Aussie striker Tyson Masters was Darwen's main tormentor, netting a hat-trick for the home side.
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