We entertain Stalybridge Celtic on Saturday to kickstart our Northern Premier League West Division season - in an immediate turnaround from April's Play-off semi-final between the clubs. Celtic beat us by the only goal to progress to the final but likewise miissed out as Avro took the second promotion spot. Both line-ups have since changed. Michael Ellison has continued to reshape his squad, although not all new signings are instantly available. Kian Bell has missed all pre-s

🟡 Runcorn Linnets Under 21s have welcomed two new signings into the fold. 🟢 Forward Josh Mather, pictured right, has impressed throughout the summer with his work rate, link- p play and his eye for goal. 🔰 We are very much looking forward to working with him this upcoming season 🟡 Our second signing today is midfielder Liam Taggart 🟢 Liam has impressed all summer with his intensity out of possession, his leadership skills and ball retention, especially in tight spaces 🔰

Nick Rushton scored his first goal in Runcorn colours within 60 seconds of the start. File picture by Peter Gallagher-Headley. Runcorn Linnets completed a mixed pre-season with a creditable 1-1 draw at Pitching In Northern Premier League Premier Division side Leek Town. It was the second time they have shared the spoils at higher opposition while staying unbeaten in four away matches, posting wins against two North West Counties League opponents. On a ground where they have e