MIDDLEWICH Legion D are the only team across three divisions still to boast a perfect record in the Mid-Cheshire League, writes Graham Carter.

They are being pushed hard by champions Owley Wood C in Division One.

Pockets C and United Services A pose the main threat after they both recorded narrow victories this week to stay in touch with the leading pair.

But at the other end the top-flight status of Cygnet D, winners only once in their opening half dozen matches, is already under threat.

Owley Wood D and Castle Private A won on the road, at Bostock A and Victoria A respectively, to keep clear of the relegation zone.

In Division Two Owley Wood B leapt ahead of Winnington C following an emphatic away win against the Rec-based club’s A team, who have just one win from seven attempts.

The outcome of this week’s derby between Hartford’s A and B sides could see a leap up the table for either side, but not one that will trouble the table-toppers.

Victoria C lead the way in Division Three after a third of the season, opening up an impressive 11-points lead over closest rivals Meadow Bank A.

Bostock’s two representatives head the distant chasing pack.