5th August 2006 Breightmet 4 Ashton Athletic 2 Goldline Trophy Grp D Round 3

Following the loss to Prestwich the previous tuesday by the odd goal in 5, and the subsequent defeat of Prestwich by rivals Charnock meant that neither Ashton nor Breighmet could progress to the knock out round of the competition.

It was nevertheless disappointing that the Ashton team could not return from Bolton with a win, as a largely lacklustre performance failed to produce the goods.

The game started badly for Ashton going down to two first half goals, however a major plus on the day was the terrific spirit shown in the fight back during the second half with Jon Parkinson and then Martin Ormesher scoring to level the match for a time.

Breighmet then raised their game whilst Ashton lost their rythmn and two late strikes by Breightmet secured the three group points for the Manchester Premier Division team.

Man of the Match for Ashton was awarded to Simon Mcguire who kept the team going to the end, whilst the midfield endeavours of Andy Dawber and Jon Parkinson are also worthy of mention.

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