This match was played at Pelton Fell/ Battle Green as part of the Third Division.
Hartlepool St Francis narrowly defeated Waldridge Park with a scoreline of 5-4 in a high-scoring encounter. Waldridge Park benefitted from two goals by Andrew Illingworth and Nicholas Mitchinson, but it was not enough to secure points at home. Hartlepool St Francis had strong performances from Jamie Tumilty, George Burns, Lee Jones, and Stephen Chapman, who contributed to their goal tally.
Liam Mitchell received a red card for Waldridge Park.
For Waldridge Park, Andrew Illingworth was replaced by Jamie Keyworth, Adam Hedley was replaced by Anthony Yates, Houdheifa Djenadi was replaced by Thomas Welch, Ben Rowell was replaced by Taylor Wearmouth, and Daniel Mokuwa was replaced by Bugdan Wilson.
For Hartlepool St Francis, George Burns was replaced by Richie Tunney, Franklyn Taylor was replaced by Josh Chapman, and John Moat was replaced by Josh Roberts.