Trafford’s two-match winning league run ended with a 1–0 defeat at Nelson on Saturday 7 November.
Andrew Hill scored the only goal before half-time in the NWCFL Premier Division encounter at Little Wembley, watched by 365 supporters.
Kyle Worsley threatened for Trafford during the opening period, having a shot deflected wide and delivering a low cross that Matty Barlow could not quite convert.
Trafford continued to search for an equaliser after the interval. Connor Beard made important saves to keep the visitors within reach, while the introduction of David Worrall gave Tom Baker’s side another option in possession.
Nelson goalkeeper Chris Thompson denied both Worsley and Luke Sephton as Trafford pressed to draw level.
The visitors finished with ten men after Luke Sephton was dismissed in the 77th minute following a second yellow card. Christopher Happi-Fankam later headed over from a Worrall free-kick, but Trafford could not find a breakthrough.
Trafford sit sixth in the official table checked on 9 November, with 25 points from 12 matches and a goal difference of plus 14. League Table
There is an early opportunity to respond away to FC St Helens on Tuesday 10 November, kick-off 7.45pm. Barnoldswick Town visit Shawe View on Saturday 14 November at 3pm, before Trafford travel to Atherton LR on Saturday 21 November, also at 3pm.
