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After last week’s devastating storms which virtually wiped out the league programme, the Halloween weekend brought calm and sunny weather to allow a full programme of league games and County Cup matches to go ahead. It was full-on action in all six divisions with quite a few shocks for leading teams. The RFAITS Premier Division now has a logjam of four teams within a point of each other at the top of the table and several others hot on their heels. The big upset was long-time

On a weekend ravaged by storms, Division One leaders Gamesley dropped their first points of the season. The division was limited to two games but with second-placed Village Manchester not in action, Gamesley had an opportunity to stretch their lead at the summit. However, they were held by a spirited Moorside who registered a 3-3 draw. It means Gamesley are three points clear but if Village win their game in hand handsomely, they will leapfrog the current leaders. In the othe

Four points separate eight teams at the RFAITS Premier Division summit after leaders AFC Stockport suffered their first defeat of the season, going down 2-1 at AFC Oldham. It leaves Bedians as the only undefeated side in the division. Oldham Hulmeians drew level on points with AFC Stockport after a comfortable 5-0 win at Manchester Rose and Manchester South End moved up to third place after a gritty 2-1 win at AR Elite with their goal difference taking them ahead of AFC Oldha

This weekend saw a recently promoted club hit the top of the Premier Division as AFC Stockport moved a point clear after recording an impressive 4-2 win over Cheat Daze. AR Elite are currently their closest challengers and won by the same score at Chadderton Cott, while Urmston Meadowside Reds dropped a place to third after losing a tense thriller at Oldham Hulmeians 5-4. Bedians are also in the hunt after an efficient 5-1 win at Bollington United sees them level on points wi

Last weekend’s action saw a mixture of league and cup competition as many teams started their knockout journeys and teams continue to make their mark in the league. The RFAITS Premier Division is wide open and Urmston Meadowside Redstar made their move to the summit with a 4-1 win over Wythenshawe Wanderers. AFC Stockport were too hot for Winton Wanderers to handle in a 7-0 cruise to move a point behind. Manchester South End and Bollington United showed their qualities in an

The weekend saw a programme of league and cup fixtures take place. A high-quality encounter at the top of Division Two stood out, with leaders Fitton Hill securing a late 1-1 draw at 10-man Timperley Villa. Timperley took the lead but were reduced to 10 men and Fitton Hill took advantage, sharing the spoils to remain three points clear. Stoconians are level with Timperley after a tight 2-1 win over Milltown, while Abacus Media crushed Swinton 8-3 to notch their first win of t

Following the failure of Eastside United to meet an extended deadline to meet their financial obligations to the League, they have been removed from the competition. Further information will follow regarding the effect on fixtures in Division A. We wish everyone at the club the best of luckfor the future.

Cheat Daze FC secured their first RFAITS Premier Division win of the season with a gritty 1-0 win over Manchester South End on a weekend which perfectly displayed how competitive the division will be this season. Oldham Hulmeians were held to a thrilling 3-3 draw at Wythenshawe Wanderers to remain a point off the summit at this early stage, while AFC Oldham edged another tight contest, seeing off Bollington United 2-1, with both teams showing they are capable of competing at

Most of the teams in the L&C were able to shake off their pre-season dust in an action-packed programme of league and County Cup competitions The RFAITS Premier Division’s showcase game of the weekend came at Bedians who held reigning champions Wythenshawe Wanderers to a 3-3 draw in a breathless encounter. Wanderers flew out of the traps with two well-taken early strikes, but Bedians had restored parity by the break. The visitors’ goalkeeper Leyton Entwistle was in inspired f

The L&C returned this weekend and defending RFAITS Premier Division champions Rushford Park – now relocated to Wythenshawe Wanderers – began their title defence with an eight-goal thriller in a breathless 4-4 draw with Chadderton Cott to set the new standard for the upcoming season. AFC Stockport have moved up a division but they look equipped for the challenge, earning their first point in a pulsating 3-3 draw at Oldham Hulmeians. Fellow Premier Division newcomers AR Elite l

Burnley United reclaimed the McKeown Cup for the LAL with a 3-1 win over Bedians in a close game played in hot and dry conditions in East Lancashire. In a first half of few clear chances, Burnley had the better of the early exchanges with visitors going closest with a shot that flashed across goal but past the far post. The home side went ahead when a loose ball in the six-yard box was clipped home, and the lead was doubled on the half-hour when a quick counter attack ended w

Clubs are reminded that the August General Meeting will take place at the Tameside Stadium on Thursday 13th August 2026, starting at 8pm. Attendance is mandatory, League Admin Packs will be distributed, and Conor Brown from Manchester FA will be running through the changes to the Laws of the Game effective this season. Huge thanks to our friends at Curzon Ashton and Conor for their kind support.

Village Manchester Football Club, who joined the L&C ten years ago and have fielded two or three teams in the league are delighted to officially be crowned the best LGBTQ+ football club in the world after winning the World Championship and Gold at the Gay Games in Valencia, as it also celebrates its 30th anniversary. Village official Antony Lockley OBE, who is the new President for the L&C for the coming season said: "Becoming World and Gay Games Champions is the biggest achi

After an excllent season in 2025.26 the Lancashire and Cheshire Football League has been working hard and making great progress in the close season. L&C Chairman Mike Yates (Pictured with new President Antony Lockley) said: “I gave a warm welcome to the 117th AGM for the Lancashire and Cheshire Amateur Football League for the season 2025-26. “I am now in my 17th season coming up and in all my time I have never had the pleasure of introducing so many new clubs (fourteen) and

Antony Lockley OBE, Vice Chair of Village Manchester Football Club, will be Honorary President of the Lancashire & Cheshire League for the 2026-7 season. He said, “I am honoured to be invited to be President of the L&C for the 2026-7 season. This year is a special one for my club – Village Manchester FC – as it is our 30th birthday. I am proud of the association between my club and the L&C, which is ten years old this year. I accept the presidency as recognition for what my c

The draft divisional structure for 2026-27 season has now been prepared and details can be found below. The LMC will monitor pre-season fixtures and liaise with clubs over the next four weeks and adjust accordingly to ensure that all divisions are competitive. There are six divisions, which will be a minimum of twelve teams and a maximum of fourteen teams. The season starts for all divisions on Saturday 5th September 2026. PREMIER DIVISION AFC Oldham AFC Stockport 1st AFC Urm

The League held it's 117th Annual General Meeting at the Tameside Stadium yesterday evening, and the following clubs were elected: AR Elite- new open-age team (Deans Trust Ardwick) Barr Hill United - merger of Barr Hill and Salford United (Bolton Road PF, Salford) Didsbury Phoenix - new open-age team (Bedians AFC) Eagles Wilmslow - new club (Wilmslow High School) Eastside United - new club (Ken Ward Centre, Hattersley) Gamesley from Hope Valley League (two teams) (Melandra Pa

The Lancashire and Cheshire AFL completed another busy season with its awards presentation afternoon hosted at the friendly venue of South West Manchester CC In Chorlton. Representatives from trophy-winning clubs and special award winners enjoyed a relaxed afternoon with excellent refreshments and plenty of banter and camerarderie. Presenting the trophies and other prizes was L and C President Rob O’Connor (Bedians) who also received a special, award of an engraved tankard fr

A massive well done to Referees Secretary Russell HOYTE⁩ for receiving richly deserved recognition at the Manchester FA Referees Awards Evening at Hotel Football. He received the inaugural Spirit of Refereeing award for his outstanding work and commitment to supporting and developing our match officials and a Ten Years Service award. At Manchester FA Referees Awards evening, the L&C was recognised for the work it does for Match Official Development. This is a massive achievem

The weekend saw completion of the remaining league fixtures, as well as the annual Inter League match with rivals and friends from the Lancashire Amateur League to contest the John Howard Shield. It was a dramatic encounter to match up to the occasion as the L&C scored a 90th-minute equaliser to draw 2-2 and win the subsequent penalty shootout. The L&C played hosts for the game and it was played at Bedians FC, who provided an immaculate grass pitch drawing universal praise fr