Bird to face Kelma in Cup Final

Mar 19 2008 by Our Correspondent, Birkenhead News

THIS season's Regent Cup final will be contested by holders Bird in Hand and Kelma.

Bird edged past Second Division Future 3-2 thanks to strikes from Byron Roberts, Colin Davies and a long awaited goal from Lee Bridge, while Paul Devey struck two goals for Future.

With the other semi-final poised at 1-1 after 90 minutes, Kelma produced an inspired extra-time performance to run out 5-1 winners.

Kev Collins led the way with a hat-trick and was supported by efforts from Mark Lawler and substitute Luke Lawler.

Truman Cup action saw Claughton Hotel ease into the semi-finals after beating Wirral Wanderers 4-1.

Chris Bowe notched twice, while Andy Ward and Paul Hughes were also on target. Chris Farrell hit a consolation for Wanderers.

In Division One, FC Borough and Universal Windows played out a 1-1 draw. Gary Potter scored for the third consecutive week after being assisted by man-of-the-match Chris Amus, while Scott Clifton registered for Universal.

Elsewhere, goals from Paul Cupit, John O'Hare and Neil Sharpe helped Moreton close in on second place with a 3-2 win over Willows.

In Division Two, Wellington edged an 11-goal thriller against Tower thanks to strikes from Stuary Payne (2), John Morrell (2), Adam Bennett, and Martin Lewis.

Alan Mitchell (2), Paul Murray, Mike Williams and Dave Woods were all on target for Tower, who must feel agrieved they did not win the game after scoring five times away from home.

Elsewhere, two goals from Robbie Langton anchored Bronze Social to a narrow 2-1 victory over Bebington Rovers.