Newton-le-Willows FC have learned their opponents for this season’s J. A. Walton Challenge Cup, with six fixtures awaiting the First Team during the opening stage of the competition.

Newton will face opposition from across all three divisions involved in the competition, with three matches at home and three away.

The First Team have been drawn to face fellow League One sides Styal and Whaley Bridge Athletic at Newton-le-Willows Sports Club, while Upton will also make the trip to Newton.

On the road, Newton will travel to Moore United, Sandbach Town and Tytherington.

Newton’s J. A. Walton Fixtures

Home

- Styal
- Whaley Bridge Athletic
- Upton

Away

- Moore United
- Sandbach Town
- Tytherington

The competition has adopted a new league-phase format for the 2026/27 season, meaning Newton will play all six opponents before the competition moves into its knockout stages.

It provides a varied set of fixtures for Ben Crowe and Anthony Plant’s side, combining familiar League One opposition with the opportunity to face teams Newton would not normally meet during the league campaign.

Newton’s first fixture in the competition will see them travel to Moore United on Saturday 31 October.

Details and confirmed dates for the remaining fixtures will be announced in due course.