Non-League Paper

NORTH WEST COUNTIES LGE

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
8 February 2026

■ FLYING leaders Wythenshawe swept aside Burscough 4-1 to open up a 12-point lead at the top.
The Ammies went ahead through Bryan Ly’s penalty on three minutes and, while the hosts hit back through Henry Briscoe’s volley, goals from Fraser Goodwin, Darius Palma and Sandro Da Costa ended the contest.
Riivals Ramsbottom United lost ground as Fenton Davies’ penalty rescued a 1-1 draw for Charnock Richard.
There was frustration also for Padiham who shared six goals in a thrilling draw with Chadderton. Padiham led through goals from Sam Unwin and Daniel Morton...

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