A war of attrition which became a compelling watch, with Cleethorpes’ watertight defence trying to repel a Workington attack in good form of late.

The club is currently investigating several incidents that occurred at Gigg Lane.

Despite a gallant effort at Croft Park, the Young Reds made their exit from the FA Youth Cup in what skipper, Ted Thomson, described as a ‘steep learning curve’. Spartans were stronger, used the ball better and emerged worthy winners over the ninety minutes but Workington had their moments and contributed to an enjoyable game. Indeed, had they scored a goal late in the day when they enjoyed their best spell of possession, we would have lauded the performance but, overall, a t

Free-scoring Reds will have their work cut out at the Fibrus Community Stadium on Saturday as the division’s tightest defence will have to be breached.