[9] Its best achievement in the competition was in the 1881–82 and 1888–89 seasons, when the club reached the final, losing to Druids and Bangor respectively. Riley, 18, had been on the field for five minutes when Michael O'Connor's header put him clear and he coolly slipped the ball past Darren Randolph. … In January 2016, Gannon departed, being replaced by Adam Lakeland. The team won the cup twice under Preece's management. [27] However, Victoria Stadium remained owned by former chairman Mike Connett's real estate company Beaconet Ltd., which was in receivership. [40], On 8 May 2012, it was announced that former Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Andy Mutch would be taking over as manager for the 2012–13 season. By the start of the new season, only three players from the previous season remained in the squad. The 1893-94 season was Northwich Victoria's second, and final season in the Football League.They competed in the 15 team Football League Second Division, which they had been a founding member of the previous season.The league was then the second tier of English football, where they finished 15th. [45] In 2014–15, Northwich finished fourth and qualified for the promotion playoffs but was defeated in extra time. [3] The new club was a founder member of several leagues including the Football League Second Division, in which they competed for only two seasons from 1892 to 1894. Northwich 1-1 Maidstone. Northwich were leading 5-2 in the first tie on Saturday, but Wythenshawe earned a … [15] Northwich would remain a professional team for one further season, 1893–94, during which they defeated Newcastle United 5–3 at the Drill Field, a game where Meredith scored his first hat-trick for the club. Vics' initially played only friendly matches but graduated to a loose association of clubs called the Combination. Northwich Victoria are a founder member of several leagues, and inaugural members of cup competitions. The original club was founded in 1874, and named in honour of the then-reigning monarch, Queen Victoria,[2] before becoming defunct and amalgamating with Hartford and Davenham United in February 1890 with the new club taking the old Northwich Victoria name. [11], In 1890, the club became a founding member of the second incarnation of The Combination, Northwich's first league. [28] They were threatened with a double relegation to the Northern Premier League as a result of this, but ultimately won an appeal to be placed into the Conference North for the 2009–10 season. Northwich had been badly hit by injuries and flu, and were unable to field a full team; they had tried but failed to get the match postponed. [clarification needed], Association football club in Wincham, England, This article is about the original club from Northwich. The reason for Northwich's caution is their perilous league position, although current form suggests Steve Burr's side is set to complete one of the great escapes. The new century saw Northwich Victoria face great financial difficulties and relegation, with the club nearly folding following administration in both the 2004–05 and 2009–10 seasons. join. However, due to the demise of Formby FC, who finished second, they were promoted. [39] On appeal, the FA ruled that the punishment was excessive; instead the club was relegated one step in the league. All statistics are with charts. Matches. The Evo-Stik League Northern Premier - First Division South. Vics have a fierce rivalry with Witton Albion, another Northwich team who play less than 500 yards from the former Victoria Stadium site. [43] Lee Ashcroft was appointed the new manager in December 2012.[44]. Please see the above link ... from the league who have rightly suspended all games due to the tier change taking effect as of tomorrow. Known Locations: Ladera Ranch CA 92694, Los … Below you find a lot of statistics for this team. Powered By. [19], They departed the Manchester League in the 1912–13 season, becoming members of the second division of the Lancashire Combination (not to be confused with The Combination). During their long history, Northwich Victoria have had many FA Cup runs where they have qualified for the First Round Proper and further. 0-0. NORTHWICH VICTORIA. [22], The 2005–06 season appeared to be a turn in the right direction for Northwich as they reached the Third Round of the FA Cup, and in the penultimate game of the season, beat their nearest rivals, Stafford Rangers, in front of more than 3,000 supporters to guarantee an immediate return to the Conference National and see them as champions of the Conference North.[23]. Ticket sales have been temporarily suspended for this fixture. A home tie against Oldham Athletic for the Fourth round was moved to Maine Road due to popular interest. In 1980–81, Northwich finished 4th, their highest position in the league. [12] It was during the latter stages of this season that Northwich acquired the services of Billy Meredith, the Welsh International, who is widely regarded as the first football superstar. In the 2003–04 season, Northwich were slated for relegation to the Conference North division as part of the National League System restructuring; however, the bankruptcy of Telford United, Watnall Road, the ground of Hucknall Town's not being good enough and the demotion of Margate all led to Northwich Victoria being allowed to remain at the Conference National level. Virtual ticket for the league game against Northwich Victoria. In January 2009, Connett removed safety equipment from the stadium, causing the club to move temporarily to Altrincham's Moss Lane ground. P-P. Barnoldswick Town. ... February 2017. [46][47], A breakaway club, 1874 Northwich F.C., was founded by the Northwich Victoria Supporters Trust on 15 November 2012, following a vote by its membership to break away from Northwich Victoria and form a new, community-owned team, initially playing in Winsford. Country: England. Burr took over a side spared the drop last season only because UniBond League champions Hucknall Town, then … Login. North West Counties Football League - Premier Division . We end the season away at Runcorn Town on Saturday May 15th . Tue, 03 March Postponed. Northwich Victoria – not to be confused with breakaway club 1874 Northwich – are 10th in the NWCL Premier Division, while Wythenshawe Town are 8th in the NWCL 1st Division South. 1st Team. Defunct clubs in, This page was last edited on 5 January 2021, at 00:39. Northern Premier League Division One side Northwich Victoria held National League Boreham Wood in the FA Cup. Club App. Stamford. Northwich, the town, club and fans, always seemed a non-league stalwart, not an out-of-town bar-and-restaurant sort of place, and the move was blighted from the start. BSP League Table P 1 Stevenage Borough 40 2 Luton Town 42 3 Oxford United 41 4 York City 42 5 Rushden & Diamonds 42 6 AFC Wimbledon 42 7 Kettering … Northwich Victoria (England - Evo-Stik League) check team statistics, table position, top players, top scorers, standings and schedule for team. Competition. NORTHWICH VICTORIA. Northwich Victoria . 1880-81 Welsh Cup semi-finalists 1881-82 Welsh Cup runner-up 1882-83 Welsh Cup semi-finalists 1884-85 Welsh Cup semi-finalists 1887-88 Welsh Cup semi-finalists 1888-89 Welsh Cup runner-up 1890-91 Founder member of The Combination 1891-92 The Combination runners-up 1892-93 Founder member of Football League Division Two 1894 Did not apply for re-election to Division Two … Northwich Victoria - 28th December. [21], In September of the 2004–05 season, the club went into administration, and thus were deducted 10 points under National League rules, which left them in relegation trouble. 0 comment. [7] Northwich played their first challenge matches in the 1874 season and originally accepted both association football and rugby rules. However, the team recovered and finished in 19th place, nine points clear of the relegation zone. Northampton end Northwich dream. With no home ground, and a large section of the fan-base refusing to associate with the Club or its then-owner, Northwich Victoria achieved its lowest ever home game attendance, with only 86 spectators witnessing a 3–4 defeat to Stamford A.F.C..[42] Mutch departed from the club on 3 November of that year, with the club mired in controversy but eighth in the league table. Up to the middle of this century, Northwich played in red and blue horizontal stripes. However, according to club historian Ken Edwards' book A Team for All Seasons, the organisation itself could have been in existence earlier in the 1870s. Sun, 05 February. Northwich lost the game 3–1 in front of a crowd of more than 29,000, their largest crowd ever. Northampton Town scored three late goals in four minutes to shatter non-league Northwich Victoria's dream of FA Cup glory at Sixfields. After beating Rochdale in the First Round (forcing them to two replays), they defeated Peterborough United on the Second Round and Elton John's Watford 3–2 at the Drill Field in the Third Round. The reserve feeder team, Woodley F.C, became Northwich Villa, who played in Division One of the Cheshire Football League. [59] FIRST 3 FIXTURES:Saturday 3rd October : v Charnock Richard AwayWednesday 7th October : v Warrington Rylands Home Wednesday 14th October : v Hanley Town Away. [30] The club received the money in December 2010, a welcome relief due to adverse weather conditions which had affected football fixtures during the Winter.[31]. In his first season for the Reds, he scored 44 goals in 52 games, was the Premier League’s top scorer and third best player in the world at FIFA The Best. A great leap forward was taken in 1892, when Northwich became one of the founding members of the English Second Division, which saw the team turn professional. This was shown in 1876 when they contested an away match under Rugby rules at Farnworth and Appleton F.C. The club then tentatively agreed to share Marston Road, the home of Stafford Rangers located over 40 miles south of Northwich, to enable them to gain readmission to the Northern Premier League for the following season. Sadly, the writing was on the wall for Vics and despite some last-gasp heroics and potential lifelines at the end of the season, the announcement came that the Club was to enter administration yet again (along with the inevitable 10-point deduction) and relegation to Step 5 was confirmed. Northwich Victoria Football Club are an English football club based in Northwich, Cheshire. The club were forced to remain at Stafford, and were subsequently denied the appeal to switch to the Northern division due to the extra travelling for the away clubs. The club hoped to secure a groundshare closer to their home town before the season started, and eventually agreed a lease on Flixton's Valley Road. ... Home / Match and Season Tickets / Northwich Victoria – 28th December. Yes, the 2020/21 League fixtures are now out with Vics first match on Saturday 3rd October when we travel up to Charnock Richard who were 4th in the League last season before it was abandoned. Northwich Victoria Football Club is an English football club based in Northwich, Cheshire,[1] playing their home games at Wincham Park, the home of Witton Albion. The club currently participates in the North West Counties League Premier Division, at the ninth tier of the English football league system, having been demoted from the Northern Premier League at the end of the 2016–17 season. The 2009–10 season saw Northwich achieve a mid-table finish, but due to the ongoing financial problems, the club were expelled from the league and placed in the Northern Premier League Premier Division. In January 2012, Rushe's planned purchase of the Victoria Stadium fell through, and the site was sold to chemical manufacturer Thor Specialities Ltd., who were based adjacent to the stadium and planned on expanding their operation. Wayne Riley struck nine minutes from time to earn Northwich Victoria a shock victory over League One Charlton and a place in the FA Cup second round. On 7 March 2016, it was announced by Witton Albion that they would terminate the groundshare agreement at the end of the 2015/16 season. Silverware came only two seasons later in the 1902–03 season when they won the league, finishing 9 points clear of their nearest challengers Newton Heath Athletic. However the club achieved silverware in the 1983–84 season when they defeated Bangor City 2–1 in the same competition, the FA Trophy in a replay of the final at the appropriately named Victoria Ground in Stoke-on-Trent. Victoria Lee Ainsworth, age 47, Kenai, AK 99611 View Full Report. [57] When the team was sold to Jim Rushe in 2007, ownership of Victoria Stadium remained with former owner Mike Connett, although Rushe always claimed that his purchase of the stadium was imminent. The financial burden of professional football had taken its toll on the club, which decided to return to strictly amateur, regional football in their first and previous league, The Combination, where they had a mixture of mid-table and top-half finishes up to the 1898 season, when they left the league. However, for 2015–16, Witton Albion were relegated to the same division, and Northwich was able to re-establish a three-year ground-sharing arrangement with them permitting Northwich to play at Wincham Park. In 1898, Northwich became a member of the newly formed Cheshire League, where they remained for two seasons,[17] finishing 8th in their first season, and runners-up in their next season in the First Division. [25] The club had applied to go into administration to stave off closure. The three new players were given the instruction, "When you get the ball, give it to (former England international) Gordon Hill" - which they did. [12] Despite their league position declining to Level 8, which required five qualifying rounds just to reach the First Round Proper, Northwich Victoria again reached the Second Round in 2015–16, and were defeated by Northampton Town from Football League Two in December 2015. With off-field developments overshadowing the hard work of players and management, the new-look team struggled at the lower end of the table for much of the season and Paul certainly had his work cut out from the start. Welcome to Northwich Victoria (England - Evo-Stik League) statistics. It was agreed at the meeting that the new club would use the name Northwich Victoria, however the original club was declared defunct, and the Cheshire Challenge Cup which had been given to the club, was now given to the Brunner Public Library in the town.[13]. 15:00. In the 2015–16 FA Cup, Northwich advanced through six rounds of competition to become the last team from Level 8 still competing, and Northwich finished third in Division One North despite a 9-point penalty for using an ineligible player in four matches, reaching the finals in the playoffs for promotion. Since then 1874 Northwich have played in the ninth level. Founded 1874 Address Chapel Street, Wincham CW9 6GB Northwich, Cheshire Country England Phone +44 (1606) 815 200 Fax +44 (1606) 433 50 E-mail dave.thomas@northwichvics.co.uk ... Northwich Victoria. They also have a rivalry with Altrincham.[62][63]. Paul Moore took over as manager after the resignation of Adam Lakeland mid season on 2016/2017. This was their first piece of silverware since they won the Conference North in 2006. The club have reached the Second Round on several occasions: in 1979–80 (losing to Wigan Athletic in a replay), 1982–83 (Scunthorpe United), 1984–85 (Wigan Athletic), 1987–88 (Blackpool), 1988–89 (Tranmere Rovers), 2000-01 (Leyton Orient), and 2009-10 (Lincoln City). [20], In the 1995–96 season, they reached the final of the FA Trophy once again, returning to Wembley for the first time since their draw and eventual victory in the competition a decade earlier. Last and next matches, top scores, best players, under/over stats, handicap etc. Northwich Victoria were formed in 1874 and named in honour of the reigning monarch, Queen Victoria. [12], The club reached the final of the FA Trophy in the 1982–83 season, but were beaten 2–1 by Telford United. In old media, the club were also referred to as the Victorians (again owing to their name), and the 'Salt Boys/Men', due to Northwich's history as being a centre of the UK salt trade. However a major change in the club's livery occurred when they adopted the colours they still wear today; green and white. Northwich Victoria 17/04/21: COL: Northwich Victoria 16 : 00: Whitchurch Alport 24/04/21: COL: Northwich Victoria 16 : 00: Squires Gate 01/05/21: COL: Litherland Remyca 16 : 00: Northwich Victoria 03/05/21: COL: Northwich Victoria [12], In 1919, the club became a founding member of the Cheshire County League, which was more appropriate for its location in the county of Cheshire. Victoria Stadium was then torn down. In January 2012 the club were informed that they were to be evicted from the Victoria Stadium by their neighbours THOR Chemicals who had purchased the land, despite assurances that the club's purchase of the ground was almost complete. Northwich Victoria: New Clubs in League: Liverpool, Newcastle United, Woolwich Arsenal, Middlesbrough Ironopolis, Rotherham Town ← 1892–93. A new ground was built in Wincham, a few miles outside of the town in the middle of a business park. Kickoff. [29] For months following their FA Cup campaign in 2009, the club was still owed at least £180,000 of its FA Cup and TV broadcasting money by the FA, which would have allowed the club to settle their remaining debts. Northwich Victoria left the Cheshire County League and became a founder member of the Northern Premier League. In April 2012 the Northern Premier League announced that Northwich Victoria had been expelled from the league for a breach of league rules regarding financial matters. [50] The founders chose the name 1874 Northwich, retaining links to the past while creating a distinctive name for the future;[51] in order to avoid legal issues over the new club's name, none of the proposed options presented to supporters included the words Vics or Victoria.[52]. Generally finishing around mid-table or in the top half, it was the 1976–77 season when Northwich came closest to winning the league, narrowly missing out on the title on goal difference to Boston United on the final day of the season following a 1–1 draw with Scarborough. Northwich Victoria vs Yeovil Town Head to Head statistics for past results and team performance in France National 1. Venue: Hope Academy High School Ashton Road Newton-le-Willows WA12 0AQ Registration formalities were completed just in time, and the match (later to be dubbed "The Pie and Pints Match") went ahead. Their first season saw them promoted to the First Division after finishing 4th. 1st Team. ... I’ve been asked to try and explain what it’s been like as a non-league football manager during these past few weeks and months. Match details Match date. However, the ground at Flixton did not meet ground grading requirements for the Northern Premier League. [34][35] At the same time the management team of Andy Preece, Andy Morrison, and Darren Ryan left the club to join Airbus UK Broughton. Due to the ground not meeting new safety regulations and standards, and to provide revenue for the club, the ground was demolished in 2002. For the 2016–17 season, both Northwich and Witton Albion were transferred to Division One South. Northwich Victoria Results All Competitions English FA Cup English National League hidden 2015-16 2009-10 2008-09 2007-08 2006-07 2005-06 2004-05 2003-04 2002-03 hidden From their foundation in 1874, Northwich played at the Drill Field, located in the centre of Northwich. Picture: Mike Boden. During the season, Northwich won the Cheshire Senior Cup for the first time in 15 years, beating Woodley Sports on penalties. Of course before the League starts on October 3rd, we have the Preliminary Round of the FA Cup on the 12th September when we face Charnock Richard at Wincham Park as well as.the FA Vase match away at Golcar United which takes place on Saturday 15th September. [12], On 19 November 1892, Northwich defeated Liverpool 2–1 in the Third Qualifying Round in Liverpool's first season and therefore became the first team to eliminate Liverpool from the FA Cup. They are also known as 'The Trickies', a nickname initially given to them as an insult by local rivals, a nickname that has been adopted by the club's own fans. Making hard work of achieving success, Northwich won the league only once in the 1956–57 season. The first game, played at Wembley Stadium, was drawn 1–1. In 2013–14, Northwich Victoria were permitted to transfer to the Northern division and to play at Flixton's Valley Road. They were defeated 3–1 by Macclesfield Town.[12]. Leek Town. Northwich Victoria FC. In their first season, at level 10 of the English football league system, 1874 Northwich finished third (one place below automatic promotion). The following year, he won the Champions League and then, after that, he was one of the main players for Liverpool’s first Premier League title. The club currently participates in the North West Counties League Premier Division, at the ninth tier of the English football league system, having been demoted from the Northern Premier League at the end of the 2016–17 season. Northwich Victoria vs. Whitchurch Alport - 17 April 2021 - Soccerway. In 1979, Northwich were founder members of yet another league, when the Alliance Premier League (later the Football Conference) was formed. Sat 05, Dec 2020. 1st Team. We only have two fixtures over the Christmas/New Year period with the Boxing Day fixture seeing us visit 1874 Northwich at Barnton, whilst we are at home to Congleton Town on January 2nd 2021. Although lying second in the league, the club was not allowed to contest the playoffs. The match of Winsford United vs Northwich Victoria in England County League is started at 2020-10-29 03:45. Overview. [12], On 10 December 1986, Northwich were due to play Maidstone, who were on that day the leaders of the GM Vauxhall Conference. Reece Lyndon player profile for Northwich Victoria FC 1st Team. Competition: Northern League Challenge Cup Cheshire Senior Cup Northern League Div One FA Trophy FA Cup Qual UK Friendlies England FA Cup Qualification England North West Counties League England County League England County Cup At the time Drill Field was believed to be the oldest ground in the world on which football had been continuously played. [12] In the same season Northwich had their best run in the FA Cup in modern times, reaching the Fourth Round (see FA Cup History). For the last 5 matches, Winsford United got 2 win, 2 lost and 1 draw with 7 Goals For and 9 Goals Against. The ground was later demolished.[when? The alternative to demotion would have been outright expulsion from the Conference, which would have forced the club to start again in one of the lower regional divisions). Many of the squad for that season came through the new structure into the first team's squad.[33]. [12] On Monday 17 February 1890, the original club would cease to exist by the end of that season after a vote was passed at the Crown and Anchor Hotel, Northwich, to amalgamate with nearby Hartford and Davenham United; that club had also been formed by the amalgamation of Hartford St. John's (founded in 1876) and Davenham (founded in 1879). 0-0. [14] At Northwich, he teamed up with Pat Finnerhan, a regular for the Northwich team for the past few seasons, and a player whom Meredith would spend more time with when both joined Manchester City in 1894. As a result, the club was evicted from the ground with immediate effect, with its remaining home fixtures of the 2011–12 season either played at nearby venues or switched to the ground of the away team. Pitchero provides everything you need to run your football club online. Northwich Victoria were expelled from the Football Conference due to financial problems and were demoted to the Northern Premier League Premier … After going into administration, FA deadlines over the transfer of their Conference membership to the club's new owners were not met. The following year the club established themselves at the Drill Field, so named, as it was the former Drilling Ground of the 22nd Company of the 3rd battalion of the Cheshire Rifle Volunteers. [36] They were replaced by Paul Simpson,[37] but he departed after only a month,[38] and Martin Foyle took over until the end of the season. Unfortunately, they were voluntarily demoted from the Conference National anyway due to legal problems. It was named the Victoria Stadium, and was opened in 2005, with its official opening in 2006 by Sir Alex Ferguson. [32] They remained unbeaten in the competition under the management of Andy Preece until the end of 2011 following their defeat to Stalybridge Celtic. Ticket Prices at Wincham Park are :Standard : £7.00Concessions : £ 5.00 ( Seniors and students)12-16 year olds : £2.00Under 12s : FOC with a paying adultPlease come down and support The Vics as they finally embark upon the 2020/21 seasonFull Fixture List : Northwich Victoria 20/21, Saturday 3rd October : v Charnock Richard AwayWednesday 7th October : v Warrington Rylands Home Wednesday 14th October : v Hanley Town Away Saturday 17th October : v Longridge Town HomeWednesday 21st October : v Irlam HomeSaturday 24th October : v Whitchurch Alport AwayWednesday 28th October : v Winsford United AwaySaturday 31st October : v Litherland REMYCA HomeSaturday 7th November : v Burscough AwaySaturday 14th November : v Padiham AwaySaturday 21st November : v Charnock Richard HomeSaturday 28th November : v Squires Gate AwaySaturday 5th December : v Barnoldswick Town HomeSaturday 12th December : v Skelmersdale Utd AwaySaturday 19th December : v Bootle HomeSaturday 26th December : v 1874 Northwich AwaySaturday 2nd January : v Congleton Town HomeSaturday 9th January : v Ashton Athletic AwaySaturday 16th January : v Runcorn Town HomeSaturday 23rd January : v Irlam AwaySaturday 30th January : v Skelmersdale Utd HomeSaturday 6th February : v Barnoldswick Town AwaySaturday 13th February : v Padiham HomeSaturday 20th February : v Longridge Town AwaySaturday 27th February : v Avro HomeSaturday 6th March : v Bootle AwaySaturday 13th March : v Hanley Town HomeSaturday 20th March : v Warrington Rylands AwaySaturday 27th March : v Ashton Athletic HomeSaturday 3rd April : v Congleton Town AwayMonday 5th April : v 1874 Northwich HomeSaturday 10th April : v Avro AwaySaturday 17th April : v Whitchurch Alport HomeSaturday 24th April : v Squires Gate HomeSaturday 1st May : v Litherland REMYCA AwayMonday 3rd May : v Winsford Utd HomeSaturday 8th May : v Burscough HomeSaturday 15th May : v Runcorn Town Away, Read our guides to club and sports team management, Pitch Hero Ltd Registered in ENGLAND | WF3 1DR | Company Number - 636 1033. In their second season in the league they finished as runners-up. Following the end of the 2009–10 season, most of the squad were placed on the transfer market in an effort to cut wage bills. [6], The generally accepted year for the original bois Victoria Football Club's founding is 1874 by Charles James Hughes and James Heyworth. Jordan Williams blasted home a free-kick from the edge of the box to put the Vics ahead. to a 2–2 draw at the Drill Field. Northwich moved from the Northern Premier League Division One South to Division One North in 2013–14. The club then unsuccessfully appealed the leagues refusal to allow the sub-standard ground at Flixton and followed this up with a second unsuccessful appeal as to their placement in the Southern division of the Northern Premier League. Well it’s been tough. In the league's inaugural season, Northwich finished 7th, the highest finish in the club's history. Pitchero provides everything you need to run your football club online. However, they were beaten ultimately by Blackburn Olympic in the quarterfinals. In 1968, Northwich were one of several members from the Cheshire County League to leave and become a founder member of the newly created Northern Premier League. They continued to play in the league until the 1967–68 season.[12]. During December, a 10-match stadium ban that had been given to Ashcroft was upheld on appeal, and so he was replaced as manager by Jim Gannon. For this match, the initial Asian Handicap is Winsford United0.0; The initial Goals Odds is 3.0. Northwich Victoria manager Steve Wilkes discusses lockdown. North West Counties Football League - Premier Division . Northwich Victoria left the Northern Premier League to become a founder member of the Alliance Premier League. Champions League; AFC Cup; South America; Northwich Victoria Football Club is an English football club based in Northwich, Cheshire, playing their home games at Wincham Park, the home of Witton Albion. These are: Northwich Victoria are known to their fans by several nicknames. Their first, and best run, came in the 1883–84 season, when the side reached the quarterfinals, defeating Druids, Davenham and Brentwood in the earlier rounds. (now known as Widnes Vikings) and then at home under association rules, winning both games. Known Locations: Kenai AK 99611, Bellingham WA 98226, Kenai AK 99611. Rank 2312. The most common, Vics/The Vics, is a shortening of Victoria in the club's name. P-P. Northwich Victoria. Inclusion criteria: Attained international caps, went on to/previously played at a significantly higher level of football or is notable for a specific reason. THE upcoming derby clash between 1874 Northwich and Northwich Victoria has been postponed. Sat, 11 February. [53], In modern times, Northwich Victoria's best performance in the FA Cup came in the 1976–77 season, reaching the Fourth Round. They played at the same Drill Field ground for over 125 years. 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