Match Report
Chester won 2-1 against Stalybridge Celtic in the FA Cup, 2nd Round Qualifying. Head-to-head (2013–2025): 2 matches, 0 wins for Stalybridge Celtic, 2 for Chester, 0 drawn. Stalybridge Celtic's goals came from Benni Smales-Braithwaite (77'); Chester scored through Jack Bainbridge (88'), Tom Peers (61'). Match stats: possession 36%-64%, shots 12-12, on target 3-4, corners 2-4. The numbers behind the result — ratings, events and stats — are all above.
Chester take on Stalybridge Celtic in the FA Cup at Bower Fold.
0 of their 2 previous meetings since 2013 finished level, while Stalybridge Celtic claimed 0 and Chester 2.
It ended 1-2 in Chester's favour.
Goal scorers
Stalybridge Celtic: Benni Smales-Braithwaite (77') · Chester: Jack Bainbridge (88'), Tom Peers (61')
Key stats
Possession: Stalybridge Celtic 36% · Chester 64% · Total shots: 12-12 · On target: 3-4 · Corners: 2-4