By Jonathan White, photo by Neil Workman
Nantwich Town U18s produced an impressive display to defeat Warrington Town U18s 4-0 at the Swansway Stadium on Sunday 7th December 2025 in the Quarter Final of the Cheshire County Youth Cup.
The home side wasted no time asserting themselves, with Joe Townsend opening the scoring inside two minutes, expertly slotting home from the edge of the box. Nantwich doubled their lead just before the half-hour mark when Billy Newman reacted quickest to a rebound off the post to fire home from close range. Warrington pressed for a response, but captain Louis Melling was on hand with a superb diving save to preserve the 2-0 lead at the break.
The second half saw Nantwich maintain control. Townsend scored his second in the 66th minute, showcasing excellent skill to drive into the box and finish calmly. Just two minutes later, Kenzie Pickles sealed the victory with a clinical finish in the penalty area. Melling kept the clean sheet with another strong save late on to secure the 4-0 triumph.
Nantwich Town U18 now progress to the semi-finals, celebrating a dominant performance in front of their home supporters.
Nantwich Town U18 starting XI: Louis Melling (c), Jake Cooper, Drew Sibbald, Daniel Millington, Charlie Grimshaw, Kenzie Pickles, Joseph Townsend, Billy Newman, Malakai Thomas, Archie Pearce, Georgie DiCicco.
Substitutes: Wiktor Szcepoloki, Harry Edge, James Wale, Travis Smith, Freddie Shawcross.
Nantwich Town U18s would like to thank their valued sponsors for their continued support: Duncan Barber Builders Ltd, Alder Grange Care Home, W O Sheeran Farms Ltd, Capri Electrical Ltd, A Parr Landscaping Ltd, Stuart Palin Butchers Crewe, and Doorstyle Kitchens.
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