The script remained the same –three points for the Magpies and a fifth clean-sheet in five – but Chorley’s table-toppers were made to fight hard for this latest victory by a feisty, hard-working Hereford who were clearly shattered to lose in added time.
It is a top two battle not many would have predicted but as they prepare to host fellow ‘underdogs’ Hereford at Victory Park, Chorley skipper Andy Teague wants to continue making a statement.
Chorley got their National League North season off to a flying start with three well-deserved points from a challenging-looking assignment against York City.
Andy Preece did not expect to be leading Chorley into their first game of the season but says boss Jamie Vermiglio will still be pulling the strings from the Mediterranean.
Joey Barton’s unbeaten start to life as Fleetwood Town boss was nearly toppled by his own cousin, Chorley midfielder Josh Wilson but a quick-fire Ash Hunter double ensured that winning run rolled on.
Boss Jamie Vermiglio is looking to make the Magpies more productive in front of goal next season – while retaining their usual resoluteness at the back.
The lingering death throes of the Sumners pub in Preston were being played out this weekend as bulldozers moved in to clear the grounds and car park ready for redevelopment.
