Chorley FC 0:3 Accrington Stanley — Result, Match Report & Stats

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Charlie Caton scored twice as Accrington Stanley beat Chorley FC 3-0 in a Club Friendly, setting up a friendly against Bury AFC on July 28. The scoreline flattered the visitors, who were clinical but faced a Chorley side that competed gamely for long stretches before being undone by a rapid second-half burst.

The match was scoreless until the 55th minute, when Charlie Caton broke the deadlock for Accrington Stanley. Four minutes later, Caton struck again to double the lead, leaving Chorley stunned. A third goal arrived in the 84th minute to seal the rout, with no assists recorded for any of the strikes.

Accrington dominated the statistics, holding 69% possession to Chorley's 31% and earning 12 corners to the home side's three, indicating clear territorial control. Charlie Caton was the standout with an 8.76 rating and two goals, though his position was not specified. CheckLive's model rated Chorley clearly the stronger side, but the result proved the prediction incorrect, as Accrington's efficiency told the real story. Accrington Stanley next face Bury AFC on July 28.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Chorley FC vs Accrington Stanley?

Chorley FC 0-3 Accrington Stanley (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Charlie Caton (55') for Accrington Stanley; Charlie Caton (59') for Accrington Stanley.