Big Wins for Wokingham and Berks County Shake Up Cherry Red Premier North DivisionIt was a dramatic weekend in the Cherry Red Premier North Division as teams at both ends of the table battled for crucial points. Wokingham Town and Berks County emerged as big winners in matches that reshaped the standings and set the stage for a thrilling December run-in.Wokingham Town delivered a vital 2-1 victory over seventh-placed Ardley United at Lowther Road. Goals from Thomas Jordan and Ornildo Shehu, scored on either side of halftime, propelled the hosts up to 15th place. This result leaves them just three points clear of the relegation zone and puts them in control of their survival battle.Berks County also enjoyed a successful weekend, claiming an impressive 3-2 away win over Virginia Water. George Gould, Louis Nualart, and Connor Suckling found the net for the visitors, who moved ahead of Risborough Rangers in the standings. Risborough suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat at home to North Greenford United, a result that compounded their struggles in recent weeks.At the bottom of the table, both Broadfield United and Edgware & Kingsbury picked up vital wins to keep their survival hopes alive. Jack McKnight’s goal earned Broadfield a narrow 1-0 victory over Holyport, while Edgware secured a 3-1 triumph over Hilltop with two goals from Ibrahim Lucas and another from Miguel Ospina.In the battle at the top, Egham Town claimed a pivotal 1-0 win over Amersham Town in a clash between the division’s top two teams. Harlem Hale’s goal proved decisive, sending Egham two points clear at the summit with both clubs having played 20 matches.Elsewhere, Burnham were soundly beaten 4-1 at home by Harefield United, while Wallingford & Crowmarsh slipped further down the table following a 4-1 loss to British Airways. The win saw British Airways climb into eighth place, boosting their campaign significantly. Meanwhile, Bedfont Sports strengthened their hold on a playoff spot with a 2-1 victory at Wembley, thanks to two goals from Tommy O’Neill.Midweek Action to WatchThe league returns with a packed midweek schedule that promises more thrills. On Tuesday evening, Berks County host Broadfield United in a crucial relegation battle, while British Airways face neighbors Bedfont Sports in a local derby. League leaders Egham Town welcome Hilltop, and struggling sides Holyport and Risborough Rangers meet in a pivotal clash. North Greenford United take on Harefield United, and Virginia Water host Wallingford & Crowmarsh in matches that could further shake up the standings.Wokingham Town are also in action, hosting Wembley on Wednesday night at Lowther Road. The match kicks off at 7:45 pm and provides the perfect opportunity for Wokingham to continue their recent resurgence.
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