Stafford Rangers secured a late 3-0 victory over Mossley in their latest fixture, strengthening their position just behind early leaders Bootle in the league standings. The match remained goalless until the 75th minute, when midfielder Mitch Clarke broke the deadlock by heading in a cross from a long throw-in delivered by defender Tom Tonks.

The turning point in the game came shortly before Clarke’s goal, as Mossley’s Bailey Marsden received his second yellow card, reducing his team to ten men. Stafford capitalized on the numerical advantage during the final 15 minutes, scoring two additional goals to seal the win.

Tom Tonks played a pivotal role throughout the match, consistently posing a threat from set-piece situations, while Clarke’s decisive finish reflected Stafford’s opportunistic approach in the closing stages. The victory keeps Stafford Rangers within striking distance of Bootle, who currently lead the league.

Mossley, meanwhile, struggled to find attacking rhythm after Marsden’s dismissal and were unable to mount a response against a resolute Stafford defense. The result emphasizes the importance of discipline and effective use of numerical superiority in tightly contested non-league matches.