CHAMPS!

Their 3-0 win at home to Thackley on Tuesday night clinched the championship for Brett Matshall’s men.

Retford United lifted the Baris NCEL Premier Division Title with victory over Thackley AFC at Cannon Park in front of their home supporters on Tuesday evening.

The triumph was set up by Saturday’s 2-2 draw with title rivals Bridlington.

At Cannon Park, Thackley were dispatched by three second half goals after Badgers had missed a plethora of chances before the break.

But just 60 seconds after the interval Karl Slack challenged the keeper and Warren Hatfield find the net to spark celebraions in the 388-strong crowd.

Carl Haslam made it 2-0 in 74 minutes, breaking free to go on and beat the keeper to all but secure the victory.

The match as a contest was over on 86 minutes when Slack was fed by Haslam to stroke the ball home and make it 3-0 with his 12th goal in eight games.

A delighted club press officer and first team committee member Jon Knight told the Trader Guardian: “A superb effort from all involved in a fantastic season.”

“A huge thank you to the players, officials and supporters for their hard work and support throughout the year, topped off with a trophy.”