UPDATE: The race for the Premier Division title heats up as Crowland and Netherton clash in what promises to be a thrilling showdown. With Crowland reclaiming the top spot following a 2-1 victory over previous leaders Moulton Harrox on October 21, 2023, and Netherton securing a decisive 5-2 win against Warboys Town, the stakes could not be higher.
Crowland sits at the top of the table, holding pole position on goal difference, but Netherton holds a game in hand and has won all 10 matches in the top flight this season, setting the stage for an epic title race. Moulton Harrox trails closely in third, just two points behind with four additional games played.
In their latest matches, Ethan Allen and Harry Tidswell scored for Crowland, while Netherton’s Jordan Neil netted twice, supported by goals from Kyial West, Adulai Balde, and Liam Whaley. Next Saturday, Netherton will travel to face Moulton Harrox, while Crowland takes on Whittlesey Athletic Reserves.
Meanwhile, Eye Rangers remains in fourth following a 3-0 victory over Whittlesey, and FC Peterborough sits sixth after a 3-1 win against Oakham United. Key players for FC Peterborough included Edmunds Grunsteins, Patryk Huczko, and Josemar Bento.
In Division One, the title is firmly in the hands of Stamford AFC Reserves, who currently lead by three points over Long Sutton Athletic. Both teams secured victories last Saturday, with Adam Steels scoring a hat-trick in a dominating 5-0 win against Netherton Reserves.
Yaxley Reserves also kept pace, defeating Glinton & Northborough 3-1 with goals from Mark Baines, Josh Pike, and Freddie Marshall.
The Division Two leaders, Stanground Cardea Sports, continue their impressive run with 11 straight wins and a commanding 12-point lead following a 6-1 victory at Oakham Reserves. Players like Ryley Nicholson-Barfoot, Charlie Webb, and Trey West each netted twice in this match.
In Division Three, Long Sutton A made headlines with a staggering 13-0 victory over Whaplode Drove Reserves, where Adam Crane and Jack Greenacre each scored four goals. Meanwhile, Stanton FC also impressed with a 10-1 win against Wittering Reserves, featuring hat-tricks from Leon Ofosu and Sean Blackman.
In Sunday League action, reigning champions Stanground Cardea Sports experienced their first loss of the season, falling 1-0 to Crowland, with Tidswell scoring the lone goal. Glinton & Northborough continued their winning streak, led by Nathan Bedford who scored a hat-trick in a 5-2 victory over Peterborough International Sports.
With the excitement building as teams jockey for position, fans are eagerly anticipating the next round of matches. Keep an eye on the fixtures as the title race unfolds!
