Defeat for Nostell

Tired from their busy pre-season, Nostell went behind after just seven minutes when defender Scott Hartley conceded a free kick outside the penalty area. Maltby skipper Paul Staniforth confidently stepped up and curled the ball past both the Nostell wall and an out-stretched Sam Dobbs to put the visitors in front. And that’s how it stayed.

Despite their territorial advantage and a number goal-mouth opportunities – Dave Nicholas hit the post. Nostell failed to finish and the game ultimately ended in defeat for the NCEL favourites.