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1d. 'Immediate forerunner of FA premiership, say, one lacking in boldness'(6). m - t - l -. ?Mettle?
Can someone (Bullfrog again?) explain the wordplay to me?

do ray ME T(I)TLE

That looks logical, but if that is the answer it's a poor clue. The word is Mi, not Me.

I think doh ray me is acceptable. See google.

Thank you gvo, Bullfrog and Rossim. I should never have got that one. I thought it was my football background that was deficient; now I realise that my musical knowledge is also inadequate! Incidentally, Bullfrog, the cheque has now gone off to the hospice. I shall submit this crossword and see if your magic works again. Goodnight, all. gharbij ihn.