Atherton Collieries – Trafford

Atherton Collieries secured a comfortable 3‑0 victory on their home turf, extending their dominance over Trafford this season. The win not only reinforced the hosts’ superiority but also marked their sole triumph in the three‑way rivalry, with the two sides having split the other encounters – one draw and a win for Atherton already recorded. The clean sheet further bolstered Atherton’s defensive credentials, while leaving Trafford searching for answers after failing to find the net. With three points added, the home side edged closer to the top of the table, whereas Trafford’s campaign remains stalled at the bottom of the standings.