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Official Twitter site of The North West Counties Football League - Step 5 & 6 League in the National League System | 60 teams | Founded 1982.
United Kingdom
Joined April 2009
CONGRATULATIONS TO SKELMERSDALE UNITED!!. They become the first NWCFL side to reach the @EmiratesFACup First Round Proper since 1996/97 after a 4-1 win away at Stafford Rangers.
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We welcome Bury AFC and FC Isle of Man to the league as Emley AFC are moved across to the NCEFL.
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MACCLESFIELD ARE PREMIER DIVISION CHAMPIONS!. A 4-0 win for the Silkmen over Ashton Athletic in front of a NWCFL record crowd of 4,604 ensures that they will finish as Premier Division Champions. Congratulations to everyone at Macclesfield.
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CHAMPIONS WEST DIDSBURY & CHORLTON!!!!. Their 2-1 win this evening has confirmed West as Champions of the First Division South. Many congratulations to everyone involved at the club!
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In 40 years of NWCL football, we have a new highest ever scoreline as leaders West Didsbury & Chorlton run riot today against St Martins.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO FC ISLE OF MAN!!. They have been promoted to Step 5 after a 4-2 win over New Mills in the First Division South Play Off Final.
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FC Isle of Man seek to enter the National League System. 📰⬇️.
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CHAMPIONS BURY AFC!!!!. Their 4-0 win this afternoon has confirmed Bury AFC as Champions of the First Division North. Many congratulations to everyone involved at the club!
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Ouch. You do realise this is non-league football and we aren’t the EFL. - We certainly aren’t 🤡. Chill out, you take life far too seriously! You’ll give yourself an ulcer.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO CITY OF LIVERPOOL. HALLMARK SECURITY LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CHAMPIONS 2018/19.
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SKELMERSDALE UNITED HAVE BEEN PROMOTED!!. They have won promotion after a 5-1 victory away at Cinderford Town in the Step 4/5 Play Off Final.
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AVRO HAVE BEEN PROMOTED!!!. They have beaten NPL side Lincoln United 2-1 in the Play Off Final and will take their place at Step 4 next season!. Goals from Tom Bentham and Jack Morrow saw them over the line. Congratulations to all at the club!
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Statement from The NWCFL: Bury AFC. 📰⬇️. #NonLeague #Statement #buryafc. @BuryPhoenix @TonyIncenzo @fcbusiness @nonleagueshow @NonLeaguePaper.
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Excellent news, but sorry to burst your bubble but the League attendance record is 6,023 so you might need to sell a few more!!.
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And there’s the full time whistle, RYLANDS ARE ON THEIR WAY TO WEMBLEY. Goals from Kane Drummond and Elliott Nevitt put the NWCFL club into the Buildbase FA Vase final!! Congratulations from us all at the League.
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A big thanks to the League volunteers who camped out at Lymm Services while we waited on scores so we could get the trophies to the right location. Only 2 of the 4 presented but it allowed teams to celebrate on the day. If you are accusing us of being corrupt-this is the reality
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Delighted to confirm that we will have a full complement of 60 CLUBS for the 2018/19 season. A total of 15 new clubs have been promoted to us from Step 7 Leagues, with 2 sides being laterally moved to us from other Step 6 Leagues. The makeup of the new divisions are attached.
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Congratulations to Vauxhall Motors, whose victory today guarantees them a top four finish in the First Division South and with it promotion to Step 5.
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Full time in the @EmiratesFACup and it is @HarrogateTown 4 @Skemutdofficial 1. Congratulations to Skem on a great cup run in which they have done the @nwcfl proud.
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The newly formed @OfficialBuryAFC will join Division One North for the 2020/21 season so we've decided to find out a bit more about who they are.
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FC Isle of Man formally submit application to NWCFL. 📰⬇️. #NonLeague #isleofman. @FCIsleOfMan @FA @ManxFootyPod @fcbusiness @TonyIncenzo @GroundhopUK.
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The League Management Committee confirm that fixtures are to recommence from this Saturday 19th December.
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We can confirm that our 2020-21 Season fixtures will be released on Saturday. Full details below.
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BREAKING: The full seasons fixtures for the 2018/19 Hallmark Security League season will be released at 10.00am on Monday 16th July 2018.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO GOLCAR UNITED!!. They have been promoted to Step 5 after a 2-1 victory after extra time at Holker Old Boys. The score was 1-1 after 90 minutes.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO NORTHWICH VICTORIA!. They are through to the Semi Finals of the @BuildbaseUK FA Vase following a 3-1 victory after extra time over Sholing.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO RUNCORN LINNETS WHO HAVE WON THE HALLMARK SECURITY LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CHAMPIONSHIP 2017/18
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The FA issues guidelines for the return of outdoor competitive grassroots football, and the NWCFL could return by the start of September.
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We have checked the archives and Elliott Nevitt's is the first FA Vase hattrick since Doug Young scored three for Billericay Town in 1979 against Almondsbury Greenway. Its the first hattrick at Wembley since Harry Kane's treble for England against Montenegro in Nov 2019. 👏👏👏
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We are extremely saddened at the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. The Directors and Management Committee of The North West Counties Football League offer our sincere condolences to the Royal Family at this sad time.
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5⃣0⃣1⃣ Goals.4⃣9⃣7⃣ Appearances. Striker Carl Grimshaw hits 500th career goal for Charnock Richard in last night's game at Squires Gate. We catch up with Club Secretary Dave Rowland and Carl himself as the landmark is reached. Congratulations Carl!
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CHADDERTON HAVE BEEN PROMOTED!!. There was nothing to separate them and FC St Helens in the First Division North Playoff Final. The game finished 1-1. Chadderton won 6-5 on penalties to secure promotion. Congratulations to all at the club.
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CHEADLE TOWN HAVE BEEN PROMOTED!!!. They have beaten Sandbach United 3-1 in the First Division South Play Off Final. Ryan Usher (2) and Martin Pilkington got the goals for Cheadle. Congratulations to all at the club.
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CONGLETON TOWN HAVE WON THE CHESHIRE SENIOR CUP!!. The Bears beat National League side Altrincham 4-2 on penalties following a 2-2 draw.
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Statement from The NWCFL Management Committee. Following a meeting of the Management Committee of The North West Counties Football League this evening, the decision has been made to suspend the restart of the League season until 19th December.
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Congratulations to Runcorn Linnets who are assured of a top two finish now and are promoted to the EvoStik League. They need three more points to be confirmed as Champions.
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So where do you think this will be heading tomorrow afternoon? A crucial day for @buryfcofficial @WythenshaweFC and @WTFC1946. If anyone knows of a helicopter going spare, do let us know! Despite the logistical challenge this will be presented tomorrow. #champions
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We understand the disappointment, frustration and everything else that comes with the decision made this afternoon. But please understand that there's a lot more important things going on, so please be kind to each other. & when football returns, lets make it one to remember!
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Fixtures news- We are hopeful of releasing the stage 1 fixtures (31st July to 31st August) on Friday at noon.
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MASSIVE CONGRATULATIONS TO NORTHWICH VICTORIA!!!. They win 3-1 at Histon after extra time to progress through to the Quarter Finals of the FA Vase!. Irlam will look to join them in the last eight next Saturday when they face Chertsey Town in a rearranged game.
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Full Time. Binfield 2 Warrington Rylands 3. Rylands are the 2021 Buildbase FA Vase Winners!.
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11 clubs have applied for promotion to the NWCFL for 2020/21. 📰⬇️.
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Congratulations to Litherland REMYCA who have been promoted from the First Division this evening after other results went their way
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Wherever you’re going today, be you a player, supporter or club official, please check local guidance before travelling but above all - stay safe!.
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Congratulations to PILKINGTON FC who have won the NWCFL First Division North Championship. They won 4-0 at Bacup Borough this evening to secure the league title and promotion to the Premier Division.
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When you reach postponement tipping point 👇. Sometime only humour can get you through.
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As a mark of respect, following the passing of Her Majesty the Queen, English football has united to postpone all football fixtures between 9-11 September. The NWCFL can confirm that all fixtures across our three divisions will therefore be postponed this weekend.
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With the FA allocations released this morning, we can FINALLY use this image that has sat in our vault since the last week of the season!. CONGRATULATIONS to everyone at Avro who have secured a second successive promotion on PPG to our Premier Division!
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Never a dull moment in Non League football as this shows with @BacupBoro Manager Brent Peters today at their club!. 👏👏👏👏👏. @NonLeagueCrowd
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Congratulations to @FCIsleOfMan who got their first “home” win at their first home game in the National League System. They were 2-1 winners over Brocton this evening in front on 2012 fans at The Bowl.
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The big FA Cup game, good luck to @buryfcofficial, one win away from the First Round Proper
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Not only has @BacupBoro's Brent Peters been their manager for over 22 years but he has managed just over 1,000 games and seen his side score over 1,500 goals in that time!. 👏👏👏👏👏👏.
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We all gave our afternoon up for the benefit of our clubs without seeing a game. We do so in our own time and at our own costs. Thank you to all volunteers in the League as it is easy to be critical when you haven't got a clue about the hard work that goes on behind the scenes.
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Massive congratulations to 1874 Northwich who have reached the Last 16 of the @BuildbaseUK FA Vase for the first time after beating Pontefract Collieries 3-1 this afternoon
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What a result!!!. Ashton Athletic win 2-1 away at EvoStik League side Morpeth Town, and set up an away trip to former Football League side York City in the Second Qualifying Round
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League announcement regarding suspension of League Fixtures until further notice.
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A great restart to NWCFL yesterday. 1782 fans were entertained in these difficult times. Well done to all teams and volunteers!.66 goals were scored. Avg goals per game:.Prem: 3.2.1st North: 4.1.1st South: 4.2.Entertainment or what?! (Especially at Abbey Hey!) 🙂.
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All of us at the NWCFL are devastated by the passing of Sam Harding and send our most sincere condolences to his family. A tragic loss for our footballing community, Sam's dedication and sheer love for the game will always be remembered💛💙.
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Congratulations to @Skemutdofficial player Elliot Morris who has been awarded the Premier Division’s Player of the Year award! 👏⚽️🏆.
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The FA Restructure Details Announced - The NWCFL will look very different next season. We welcome a number of new clubs to all Divisions and say goodbye to some long-standing friends. The non-league pyramid also welcomes back a famous name
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Congratulations to @FCIsleOfMan striker Sean Doyle whose astonishing goal tally helped The Ravens to play-off success in their first full season! . Read all below 🏆⚽️⬇️.
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Good morning people, it is matchd. Oh forgot, no it isn’t. Keep safe folks and we hope you see you all again in December. We are missing football already 😢
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Congratulations to Silsden AFC who have won promotion from the First Division to the Premier Division this season. They are guaranteed a top two finish after their win this evening.
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Massive Congratulations to @1874Northwich who have reached the SEMI FINALS of the @BuildbaseUK FA Vase after a 1-0 win at Leighton Town
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Apologies for the table mixup yesterday. As had been stated previously, we are all volunteers and this one happened to be at Ripon Races with an Internet signal Noah would have been proud of. Kevin.
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Skelmersdale United set to take on Harrogate Town in the @EmiratesFACup this evening in front of a TV audience. Good luck to @PMcNally5LFC and all at @Skemutdofficial in what should be a great occasion.
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Here is the First Division South table. Bury AFC are Champions. Holker Old Boys, Golcar United, AFC Blackpool and Nelson finish in the PlayOffs. St Helens Town, Atherton LR and AFC Darwen finish in the three relegation positions.
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We're also mourning the loss of a gentle giant in non-league football ♥️🖤. George's fight against Motor Neurone Disease was an inspiration to all of us at the NWCFL and our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time.
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🎉 CONGRATULATIONS 🎉. Last Saturday, @BacupBoro's boss Brent Peters managed his 1000th game!. 22 years, 2 months, 10 days in charge. and counting!. One of the longest serving managers in the world! . *Amount of games according to records available, so in theory it'll be more*
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Shelley FC will be rejoining the NWCFL following their confirmed promotion. The FA Leagues Committee have confirmed that @Shelley_FC have achieved the promotion criteria and will be in the NWCFL Division One North for the 2023-24 season.
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Here is the Premier Division table following this evening's games
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After a title-winning, promotion-earning, record-breaking season in the NWCFL First Division South, West Didsbury and Chorlton manager Chris Rowley has been deservedly named as the league's manager of the season.
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ATHERTON COLLIERIES ARE THE 2016/17 HALLMARK SECURITY LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION CHAMPIONS!
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Confirmation of today's result from the First Division North. Bury AFC's 4-0 win over St Helens Town secures them the league championship.
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A stunning night for Eccleshall in the @StaffordshireFA County Cup as they drew 1-1 with Port Vale after 90 minutes. Step forward goalkeeper Eric Merner, who saved ALL FIVE of Port Vale's penalty's in the shootout with his side winning by the strange penalty scoreline of 1-0!
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Very sad news coming out of Wythenshawe Town this afternoon. Our condolences to Sams family and to all at Wythenshawe Town FC.
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One score from this morning’s hastily rearranged game between @FCIsleOfMan and @buryfcofficial. Well done to everyone involved in getting the game played. Safe journey homes to everyone- we hope it is easier than getting there!
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