In the Crewe FA Vase, Leighton FC lost out to White Horse in their first round game.
They were in the lead twice, but it was White Horse who eventually won 2-3, with goals from Dan Walford, Florian Gijici and Jake Harding.
Square One are now top of Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division after beating AFC Leopard 4-3.
It was a remarkable game in which four penalties were awarded.
Supporters, officials and members of Nantwich Town’s FA Vase winning side enjoyed a reunion at the Weaver Stadium – 10 years on from the famous cup victory.
Then captain and now current manager Phil Parkinson, and then manager Steve Davis, now boss at Crewe Alexandra, were among those present – along with the trophy itself.
A book celebrating the cup triumph of probably Nantwich Town’s most successful team has been unveiled.
The 2005/06 season team saw Nantwich Town win the national competition, becoming the first team in Cheshire to win it.
Nantwich Town fans can reminisce about the club’s famous FA Vase triumph 10 years ago at a special reunion event.
The Nantwich Town Independent Supporters Association has organised the event for Friday May 6.
A Nantwich Town official is trying to track down more of the club’s FA Vase heroes from 10 years ago – for a new book.
Club press officer Richard Scott is keen to speak to all of those involved in the historic victory of 2006.
By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town director of football Clive Jackson has received an award for 33-years service to the club from the Northern Premier league.
Clive, known as ‘Mr Nantwich Town FC’, was presented with the award by Alan Allcock, Evo-Stik Northern Premier League Operations manager.
By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town manager Phil Parkinson says he still calls Crewe Alex boss Steve Davis “gaffer”.
Parkinson, who played under Davis when he managed the Dabbers, says the impact he had on his football is immeasurable.
Wistaston Athletic have been crowned the Crewe FA Sunday Vase champions.
Wistaston won a tightly-fought contest 1-0 over Rising Sun, thanks to an extra-time goal from James Burden.
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