Chorley hold Altrincham to goalless draw in pre-season clash
Chorley deliver disciplined defensive performance in goalless draw against Altrincham
Chorley continued their pre-season preparations with a hard-fought goalless draw against National League side Altrincham at Victory Park.
In a closely-contested encounter, clear-cut opportunities were few and far between, with both sides producing disciplined defensive displays throughout.
While chances proved limited, the evening provided another valuable fitness test for Andy Preece’s squad as preparations for the new campaign continued.
The Magpies came closest to breaking the deadlock six minutes after the restart.
New signing Elliot Taylor, who has arrived from Burscough, reacted quickest to a loose ball on the edge of the area before curling a low effort agonisingly wide of the far post, with the goalkeeper well-beaten.
Altrincham’s best opportunity arrived in the second half through substitute Charlie Kirk, who capitalised on a loose ball inside the penalty area and drove an effort towards the near post, only to see his shot clip the top of the crossbar.
Both managers made a host of changes, particularly towards the end of the contest; youngsters Jayden Kay and Jake Dennett featuring for Preece’s side as well Jacob Cummins who netted twice against Ashton United recently.
While neither side could find a breakthrough, Chorley will take plenty of positives from another competitive outing as preparations continue to gather momentum.
The Magpies now turn their attention to Saturday, when League Two outfit Accrington Stanley make the short trip over to the Grant Store Victory Park Stadium.