Cheshire Chatter : Division Two Review

Cheshire League Round-Up

After the storm passed, the Cheshire League was finally able to resume, with three league fixtures allowing six teams to kickstart their 2025 campaigns.

 

Stretford Paddock Dominate Moore United

Starting the new year with a spring in their step, Stretford Paddock climbed back to third place with a commanding 4-0 home win against bottom club Moore United. Hat-trick hero Damani Hall earned the man-of-the-match accolade, while captain Eddie Fulwood added a fourth goal to seal the points. The victory leaves Paddock six points behind the promotion spots, with two games in hand. Moore United remain anchored at the foot of the table but have played significantly fewer games than the teams directly above them.

 

Lymm Rovers Reignite Promotion Hopes

Lymm Rovers began 2025 as they ended 2024—with a crucial league victory against Warrington Rylands Development. Their 3-2 triumph secured a six point haul across both games and snapped a run of three consecutive league defeats. This timely result has reignited Rovers’ promotion push, lifting them to fourth place. Leo Roberts was instrumental, scoring a goal and providing both assists for teammate Harry Quarmby, who netted twice. Meanwhile, Reuben McHugh notched his 16th goal in 17 appearances for struggling Rylands, who remain in dire need of points.

Maine Road Reserves Thrash Sandbach Town

Maine Road Reserves secured just their third league win of the season with a dominant 5-0 home victory over Sandbach Town. Jack Turner and Finlay Crossdale both scored braces, setting the tone for an emphatic performance by the Manchester side. Sandbach Town’s woes continue, with their winless streak now extending to 13 games across all competitions. Their last victory came back in August against Maine Road in the reverse fixture. Both teams remain in the bottom half of the table but will hope for a turnaround as the season progresses.

 

St Helens Town Advance in Liverpool FA Cup

Elsewhere, league leaders St Helens Town maintained their momentum, advancing to the next round of the Liverpool FA Cup with a 3-1 away victory against MSB Wootton Reserves. Second-half goals from Liam Diggle, Will Clapham, and Ryan Cook ensured their progression to the next stage.

 

Mersey Valley Shine in Northern Cup

Second-placed Mersey Valley also represented the Cheshire League with distinction, cruising into the Northern Cup’s round of 16 with a resounding 9-1 win. Sam Deering and Dylan Fraine both netted hat-tricks, as Valley set up a home tie against Upton JFC in the next round.

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