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Mixed fortunes for Crewe and Nantwich sides in Cheshire FA Sunday Cup

Mixed fortunes for Crewe and Nantwich sides in Cheshire FA Sunday Cup

There were mixed fortunes for the teams from the Crewe Regional Sunday League in the Cheshire FA Sunday Cup.

Crewe Ath were the only side to progress to the next round following a penalty shoot-out win over Sale United U21.

October 14, 2018
Nantwich Town hosts Brazil vs Russia U17s international

Nantwich Town hosts Brazil vs Russia U17s international

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town hosted an international football match at the Weaver Stadium with Brazil against Russia.

It’s part of a four team/six match U17s International Youth Tournament, featuring England, Brazil, Russia and USA during October.

October 13, 2018
Nantwich Town continue fine form with 2-1 win over Hednesford Town

Nantwich Town continue fine form with 2-1 win over Hednesford Town

By James Brown
Nantwich Town continued their fine Evo-Stik Premier Division form with a 2-1 win over Hednesford Town.

The Dabbers got off to a perfect start after controlling the opening exchanges.

October 11, 2018
Former goalkeeper Bruce Grobbelaar to launch new book in Nantwich

Former goalkeeper Bruce Grobbelaar to launch new book in Nantwich

Former Liverpool and Crewe Alexandra goalkeeper Bruce Grobbelaar will be in Nantwich in December to sign copies of his new autobiography.

Grobbelaar, who rose to prominence in the 1980s and 90s, will be in town on Friday December 14 in an event organised by Nantwich Bookshop.

October 10, 2018
Nantwich Town earn battling 2-1 win over Farsley

Nantwich Town earn battling 2-1 win over Farsley

By James Brown
A battling second-half performance saw Nantwich Town come out on top of what was a very tight game against Farsley Celtic at the Weaver Stadium.

After absorbing a good amount of Farsley pressure to begin the game, Nantwich took the lead on twenty-one minutes when Sean Cooke played in James Lawrie who struck a lovely hit into the bottom corner.

October 8, 2018
Hat-trick hero Danny Glover sees Nantwich Town beat Scarborough Athletic

Hat-trick hero Danny Glover sees Nantwich Town beat Scarborough Athletic

By Ryan Batty
Two late goals from Danny Glover ensured an amazing turnaround at the Flamingo Land Stadium as Nantwich Town fought back to beat Scarborough Athletic.

Scarborough put on the pressure from the first whistle, and they broke the deadlock after 27 minutes when Wayne Brooksby was played through and slid it under Fabian Spiess’ outstretched arm.

October 1, 2018
Presidents Cup victory for Faddiley over Wistaston Leopard

Presidents Cup victory for Faddiley over Wistaston Leopard

Faddiley had an explosive start to their game against Wistaston Leopard going 2-0 up after three minutes in their Presidents Cup first round clash.

Leopard put through their own net in the first minute, and Will Emerton’s free kick doubled the lead after just three minutes.

September 30, 2018
Nantwich Town suffer narrow FA Cup replay defeat at Blyth Spartans

Nantwich Town suffer narrow FA Cup replay defeat at Blyth Spartans

By Steve Sharman
Nantwich Town bowed out of the FA Cup after a late goal saw them beaten 1-0 at Blyth Spartans in the Second Qualifying Round replay at Croft Park.

Spartans’ substitute Dan Maguire popped up nine minutes from time to stab the ball home from close range following a fine run and cross from Jamie Holmes.

September 26, 2018
Crewe Ath hammer Willaston White Star in Sunday League Premier Division

Crewe Ath hammer Willaston White Star in Sunday League Premier Division

Crewe Athletic had another good win beating Willaston White Star 6-1 to maintain their leadership in Crewe Sunday League Premier Division.

Star were level at half time, but a second half blitz of five goals gave the home team the points.

September 24, 2018
Nantwich Town earn FA Cup replay after 3-3 draw with Blyth Spartans

Nantwich Town earn FA Cup replay after 3-3 draw with Blyth Spartans

By James Brown
Nantwich Town earned an Emirates FA Cup Second Qualifying Round replay with Blyth Spartans after an entertaining 3-3 draw.

The Dabbers started the more threatening side as an Aaron Knight shot was saved by Blyth keeper Peter Jameson.

September 23, 2018
Nantwich Town knocked out of Integro Cup on penalties by Chasetown

Nantwich Town knocked out of Integro Cup on penalties by Chasetown

By James Brown
Nantwich Town bowed out of the Integro League Cup after a 4-1 penalty shootout defeat to Chasetown FC at a wet and windy Weaver Stadium.

The Dabbers had taken the lead after 39 minutes when a Joe Malkin shot was blocked and fell for Steve Jones who turned past Chasetown keeper Curtis Pond and slotted home.

September 19, 2018
Crewe Athletic take over as leaders of Regional Sunday Premier Division

Crewe Athletic take over as leaders of Regional Sunday Premier Division

There are new leaders in the Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division as Crewe Athletic reached the summit with a 3-0 win at Betley FC.

A brace from Jordan Amson and a third by Ed Hilditch secured top spot for Athletic.

September 18, 2018
Nantwich Town ease to 4-1 win over Whitby Town

Nantwich Town ease to 4-1 win over Whitby Town

A fine second-half performance saw Nantwich Town cruise to a 4-1 victory over visitors Whitby Town at the Weaver Stadium.

A double from Jamie Lawrie and further goals from Joe Mwasile and Nathan Cotterell moved the Dabbers into the top half of the Evo Stik Premier League table.

September 16, 2018