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Atherton Colls draw a blank against Warrington Rylands
A competitive encounter between Atherton Collieries and Warrington Rylands ended goalless on the vibrant looking Dreams2Reality Stadium surface with both sides putting in a solid pre-season shift. This marked Michael Clegg's team's sixth pre-season fixture and the first against higher-tier non-league opposition. Clegg remains a well-regarded figure at Rylands, having led them through a successful spell a couple of seasons ago. Meanwhile, Neil Reynolds - now in charge of the visitors - has had many a dance with the Stripes, with mixed outcomes. The opening 45 minutes were tightly-contested, with play largely concentrated in midfield. Last season's multi award-winning performer, Aaron Dwyer, came closest for the hosts, skimming the outside of the post with a low effort from the edge of the area. The second half mirrored the first in its middle of the park heavy nature. Rylands tried to make their physical prowess count, crafting a few half-chances, but goalkeeper Conor Robson handled them confidently. Colls' most promising opportunity came via their energetic trialist wearing number 12, who sent a curling, daisy-cutter of a shot just wide from distance. In the game's final moments, Will Riding went down clutching his knee after what appeared to be an innocuous collision. Both managers will take positives from this solid warm-up as preparations intensify ahead of the season opener on August 9. Colls host NPL Premier Division side Bamber Bridge on Tuesday (7.45pm).
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17-07-2025
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Adams nets as Colls draw with West Didsbury & Chorlton
Football returned to the Dreams2Reality Stadium on Tuesday night as Atherton Collieries and West Didsbury & Chorlton played out a lively 1-1 draw in varying degrees of rain. Michael Clegg's hosts took the lead after 17 minutes. Kielan Adams was served up the ball up on a platter by the West defence and he finished clinically for his second pre-season strike. The half ebbed and flowed as the visitors showed glimpses as to why they are among the favourites to challenge for the NWCFL crown next season. Ethan Kershaw had a great chance to double the lead but the keeper foiled his close-range double effort impressively. The second period continued at a steady pace as the players got those vital fitness minutes in their legs. The visitors were back on level terms on 65 minutes. A deep cross saw the rangy number 16 cause chaos at the far post and Jordan Lazenbury stubbed home at the third bite of the cherry. Kudos to Connor Robson who had bravely saved the initial two attempts. Colls had maybe the best chance to win the game, Adams' imperious turn in the box was the evening's standout piece of skill but his cross-shot finish lacked direction. All in all the draw was the a fair result. Colls are back in friendly action on Saturday, when a Bolton Wanderers XI visit (3pm).
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10-07-2025
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Late goal sees Atherton Colls beaten at Chadderton
A late goal consigned Atherton Collieries to a narrow 2-1 defeat on the new bespoke 4G Andrew Street surface at Chadderton on Tuesday night. The first half saw the sides cancel each other out totally. Neither shot-stopper had a save of note to make, Kielen Adams having the best Collieries effort but his powerful header landed on the roof of the net. Advertisement Proceedings opened up significantly after the break and Michael Clegg's men soon took the lead. Adams finished clinically from just inside the box, the goal was no more than his performance deserved. This rallied the hosts and they got back on terms with 20 minutes left on the clock. Colls were a little dilatory in defence and were punished to the maximum. The second period had seen the usual pre-season player merry-go-round and two of the Colls replacements, Jack Dorney and Harry Brow,n had decent chances to win the game. Chaddy rode their luck and took the spoils with seconds left on the clock, the goal being 'route one' at its finest. Advertisement Colls assistant manager, Danny Lafferty, was more than satisfied with the team's run out against opposition who look destined to have a major punt at the NWCFL title. With their new opulent surroundings, Chadderton are definitely a football club on the rise. On Saturday, Colls visit Padiham for the third instalment of their mini Tour-de-Lancashire (2pm).
