This is always a tough encounter against determined and strong running Celtic. The game was remembered for both sides looking rusty early on, and both sides being stifled by the very short 10 yard interpretation.

The Stanley side ended the first half in control, and started the second half looking strong, only to lose direction and find Celtic leading from the front, and starting to take dominance in the game.

he final whistle blew, and Stanley held onto a close win against a side who gave 100%. Stanley had Nathan Stone, Lee Alderson, Brandon French, and Hallam Day all making their debut for us, and a big well done to all.