Chester Nomads Overpower Litherland Remyca Res In 4-1 Win

In a decisive league encounter at Chester Boughton Hall Cricket Club on 1st February 2025, Chester Nomads triumphed over Litherland Remyca Res with a commanding scoreline of 4-1. The match kicked off at 2:00pm, and despite a spirited effort from the visitors, they were unable to match the clinical finishing of their opponents.

Litherland Remyca Res lined up in a traditional 4-4-2 formation, which saw Brandon Goldson in goal, shielded by a back four consisting of George Maddock on the right, Sam Kearney and Aaron Rutherford-Spence in central defence, and Frankie Smith on the left. The midfield was anchored by Callum Moffatt and John Graham in central roles, with Cameron Taylor and Danny Cull providing width on the right and left flanks, respectively. Up front, Josh Rice and Dylan Riley were tasked with leading the line as forwards. The substitutes for the match included Ethan Galt and Karl Bergqvist.

The match began with Chester Nomads asserting their dominance early on, taking the lead in the ninth minute. A well-executed move culminated in a goal that set the tone for the afternoon. Litherland Remyca Res responded positively, and in the 25th minute, Dylan Riley found the back of the net, equalising with a well-placed shot that showcased his finishing ability.

However, the joy was short-lived for the visitors as Chester Nomads struck again just four minutes later, regaining the lead in the 29th minute. The first half concluded with the score at 2-1, leaving Litherland Remyca Res with a mountain to climb in the second half.

The second half saw Chester Nomads extend their advantage in the 54th minute, scoring their third goal and putting Litherland Remyca Res on the back foot. In an attempt to change the dynamics of the game, Litherland made a tactical substitution in the 62nd minute, bringing on Karl Bergqvist for Josh Rice.

As the match progressed, Callum Moffatt received a yellow card in the 65th minute, adding to the frustrations of the Litherland side. The final blow came in the 68th minute when Chester Nomads scored their fourth goal, effectively sealing the fate of the match.

Despite the scoreline, Dylan Riley's performance stood out, earning him recognition as the Player of the Match for his efforts in front of goal. The referee, Chris Hooper, oversaw the match, which concluded with Litherland Remyca Res left to ponder their next steps after a challenging outing against a formidable Chester Nomads side.