A NARROW victory saw Christleton through to the third round of the Cheshire Amateur Cup.

Using their home advantage, the Swans beat travelling Helsby 2-1 thanks to goals from Andy Rowntree and Lee Butterworth, cancelling out John McEvoy’s effort for the visitors.

Also in the cup, Chester Nomads left it late beating Styal 3-2 after extra-time.

Ed Moss, John Cadwallader and Ryan Butcher with the late goal to secure the victory.

Upton AA were on the wrong end of a 4-0 scoreline against Ellesmere Port.

Cheshire League side Tarporley Victoria edged a closely fought fixture at home to New Brighton and Capenhurst Villa lost 1-0 to West Kirby.

In Division Three of the West Cheshire League, Helsby Reserves were thrashed by Capenhurst Villa Reserves 4-0.

Mike Simons, Damien McGinnigle and two from Mike Urmston putting the game way beyond the home side.

A goal from Christleton Reserves Phil Sailes was not enough to ensure victory as the away side lost 2-1 to Mersey Royal.

Upton AA Res were soundly beaten by New Brighton Res 7-1.

, Richard Deponeo netted the Chester side’s consolation effort.