| Saturday 17th September 1988 | F.A. Challenge Cup 1st Qualifying Round | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Stalybridge Celtic | 1-4 | Chadderton | |
| Saturday 1st October 1988 | F.A. Challenge Cup 2nd Qualifying Round | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Chadderton | 1-5 | Hyde FC | |
| Saturday 8th October 1988 | F.A. Carlsberg Vase Preliminary Round | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Chadderton | 1-3 | Maghull | |
