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Wednesday, 24 September 2025 16:27

By Lewis Connell X @LewisConnell14

Credit: Josh Hibbert - Stalybridge Celtic

Stalybridge Celtic bounced back from their FA Trophy exit in emphatic fashion on Tuesday with a 6-0 thrashing of Darlaston Town. 

Hosts Celtic found themselves two up at the break thanks to a double from skipper Liam Tongue, before four second half goals ensued. 

Jack Tinning powered in a header just three minutes after the restart before Benni Smales-Braithwaite fired in a fourth 15 minutes from time. 

The forward then sealed his brace 10 minutes later before the returning Max Leonard made it six in stoppage time. 

“It was a really good performance,” said a delighted Jon Macken at full-time. 

“From the kick off we were on the front foot, we were really positive in our play, and it’s a performance we’re used to. 

“We were angry with Friday’s result, we wanted a reaction, and we got that tonight.” 

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