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Richard Davies’ treble helps sink the leaders

Berriew produced a stunning display to hammer previously-unbeaten leaders Radnor Valley 6-2 in the MMP Mid Wales League Division One.

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Richard Davies fired a hat-trick to lead the way for the Rhiewsiders, while Charlie Humphreys weighed in with a brace and Joe Haycock got the other in a clinical display.

Despite the defeat, Valley remain two points clear at the top of the table from Caersws, who beat Kerry 10-2 with Rhydian Davies and Phil Jones both scoring twice.

Llanfair United stayed in range of the pacesetters in fourth spot with a hard-fought 4-1 verdict against newly-promoted Builth Wells at the Mount.

Despite playing with 10 men for over an hour, a goal in each half by Josh Astley, a Karl Seliaerts penalty and Toby Evans sealed the points.

Carno swamped Tywyn Bryncrug 5-1, with Richie Evans and Andy Evans both scoring twice, while Churchstoke’s problems continue to mount as they slumped 5-0 at Bow Street.

Llanidloes Town produced a five-star display to keep the pressure on the leaders after sinking Llansantffraid Village 5-1 at Victoria Avenue.

Llion Jenkins, Dewi Allen and Connor Bird all found the net in the first half, with Gregg Brown and Peter Rees on target after the break.

Welshpool Town’s poor run continued after suffering their third consecutive league defeat when downed 3-1 at home to Aberaeron, with Will Thomas getting their reply.

Meanwhile, Montgomery stayed four points clear at the top of the Second Division with a 3-1 victory at Presteigne.

Dyffryn Banw won 2-1 at Borth United, while Dolgellau were 3-1 winners against Rhayader Town.

Charlie Proctor was on target for Waterloo Rovers, who finished 1-1 at home to Four Crosses for whom Jamie Evans was on the mark.