Atherton LR advances to cup final after victory
Atherton LR defeated Holker Old Boys in the Edward Case Cup semi-final, avenging their recent league loss. This victory marks LR's first cup final appearance in 13 years. The match saw Holker take the lead in the 74th minute due to an own goal by LR's Owen Green. However, LR equalized shortly after with a header from Dave Moore. In stoppage time, Owen Green redeemed himself by scoring the winning goal from a corner kick. Atherton LR will face Stafford Town in the final, with details on the date and location yet to be announced.