A late goal consigned the Stripes to a narrow defeat on the new bespoke 4g Andrew Street surface.
The first half saw the sides cancel each other out totally. Neither shot-stopper had a save of note to make, Kielen Adams had the best Collieries effort but his powerful header landed on the roof of the net.
Proceedings opened up significantly after the break and Michael Clegg’s men soon took the lead. Adams finished clinically from just inside the box, the goal was no more than his performance deserved. This rallied the host and they got back on terms with twenty minutes left on the clock. Colls were a little dilatory in defence and were punished to the maximum.
The second period had seen the usual pre-season player merry-go-round and two of the Colls replacements Jack Dorney and Harry Brown had decent chances to win the game. Chaddy rode their luck and took the spoils with seconds left on the clock. The goal was route one at its finest.
Colls Assistant Manager Danny Lafferty was more than satisfied with the team’s run out against opposition who look destined to have a major punt at the NWCFL title. With their new opulent surroundings, Chadderton are definitely a football club on the rise.
On Saturday, Colls visit Padiham for the third instalment of their mini Tour-de-Lancashire Tour, Ko 2pm.
