Football

Nantwich Town thwarted by keeper in 1-1 draw away at Marine

Nantwich Town thwarted by keeper in 1-1 draw away at Marine

By Steve Sharman
A superb goalkeeping display from Marine stopper Martin Fearon frustrated Nantwich Town who were held 1-1 at the Marine Travel Arena.

The Dabbers took an early lead through Harry Clayton who fired home from close range following a goal mouth scramble before Josh Davies headed in the equaliser on the hour mark.

March 28, 2018
Crewe Alex Ladies beat Chester FC Women 7-0 in front of record crowd

Crewe Alex Ladies beat Chester FC Women 7-0 in front of record crowd

By James Brown
Crewe Alexandra Ladies reached the final of the Cheshire FA Ladies Cup with a convincing 7-0 victory against Chester FC Women at the Cumberland Arena.

More than 100 people watched as Crewe Ladies cruised to victory thanks to goals from Laura Garner, Megan Booth (2), Bethany Grice, Michelle Saunders, Beth Ragdale and Amanda Fallon.

March 26, 2018
Crewe FC reach final of Crewe FA Sunday Cup + local round-up

Crewe FC reach final of Crewe FA Sunday Cup + local round-up

Crewe FC are through to the final of the Crewe FA Sunday Cup following a 3-2 win over White Lion FL.

Craig Harris, Ricky Barlow and a Tom Finch winning goal five minutes from time earned victory for Crewe FC.

March 26, 2018
Ten-man Nantwich Town notch fine win at play-off hopefuls Shaw Lane

Ten-man Nantwich Town notch fine win at play-off hopefuls Shaw Lane

By Ryan Batty
Nantwich Town produced a fine away display at Shaw Lane to earn a 2-0 win, despite going down to 10 men early.

Sean Cooke gave the Dabbers the lead after 13 minutes with an excellent left-footed strike that found the net after being played in by Danny Griggs.

March 26, 2018
Nantwich Town beaten 3-2 at home by strugglers Stalybridge

Nantwich Town beaten 3-2 at home by strugglers Stalybridge

Nantwich Town’s poor run at home continued with a 3-2 defeat to strugglers Stalybridge Celtic at the Weaver Stadium last night.

The Dabbers twice came from behind, but the visitors buoyed by their recent victory over leaders Altrincham snatched all three points at the death.

March 21, 2018
Nantwich Town suffer winter blues in 3-1 home defeat by Halesowen

Nantwich Town suffer winter blues in 3-1 home defeat by Halesowen

Nantwich Town suffered the winter blues at a snowy Weaver Stadium where they were beaten 3-1 at home by strugglers Halesowen Town.

It was the Dabbers’ second successive home defeat, and with only one league win from five outings all but ends their slim play-off hopes.

March 18, 2018
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Nantwich Town earn point away at play-off hopefuls Grantham Town

By Steve Sharman
Nantwich Town earned a hard fought point away at play-off chasing Grantham Town after a 0-0 draw at the South Kesteven Stadium.

Both sides created chances but were unable to find the net with Matt Bell (pictured) having the Dabbers’ best opportunity late on but saw his effort saved.

March 14, 2018
Premier Division leaders Square One win 5-1 at Betley

Premier Division leaders Square One win 5-1 at Betley

Premier Division leaders Square One edged closer to the title with a 5-1 win at Betley FC.

Goals from Andy Parkinson, Liam Murray, Shane Heron, Ryan Alcock and an own goal earned Square One the points.

March 12, 2018
Nantwich Town suffer sixth home defeat, losing 2-0 to Matlock

Nantwich Town suffer sixth home defeat, losing 2-0 to Matlock

By Steve Sharman
Two first half goals saw Nantwich Town suffer their sixth home defeat of the season as they were beaten 2-0 by Matlock Town at the Weaver Stadium.

Goals from Michael Williams and Ricardo German in the first period were enough for Matlock with Gladiators’ keeper Richard Walton making late saves from Steve Jones and Toby Mullarkey.

March 7, 2018
Salvador reach Presidents Cup semi-final as Sunday football hit by weather

Salvador reach Presidents Cup semi-final as Sunday football hit by weather

Salvador reached the Presidents Cup semi-finals with a win over Sandbach Town in one of just two games to survive the weather.

The Crewe Regional Sunday League programme was hit badly by recent freezing temperatures leaving many local pitches unplayable.

March 4, 2018
Nantwich Town fixtures pile-up amid more postponements

Nantwich Town fixtures pile-up amid more postponements

Nantwich Town are facing a heavy schedule of fixtures in the next few weeks after recent postponements due to the weather.

The Dabbers’ latest game due to today at home to Warrington was called off two days ago due to the frozen pitch many grounds have suffered in the week-long Siberian temperatures.

March 3, 2018
AFC Leopard win Premier Division Cup in penalty shoot-out

AFC Leopard win Premier Division Cup in penalty shoot-out

AFC Leopard and Crewe Ath couldn’t be separated after 120 minutes of football with the scores at 1-1 in the Premier Division Cup.

Josh Clarke scored for Crewe Ath and Noah Gardner levelled it up for AFC Leopard.

February 25, 2018
Nantwich Town ease to vital 3-1 win at home to Grantham

Nantwich Town ease to vital 3-1 win at home to Grantham

Nantwich Town made light work of their visitors when they eased to a 3-1 win over Grantham in the bright winter sunshine at Weaver Stadium.

The Dabbers maintained their outside chances of a play-off spot with a comfortable victory over sixth-placed opponents from Lincolnshire.

February 25, 2018