National League North leaders Chester were frustrated by struggling Needham Market after a 1-1 draw at the Deva Stadium.
Jason Cowley’s strike in the fourth minute of stoppage time against Chester kept Hereford’s National League North play-off hopes well and truly alive.
Chester, who topped the table just a few weeks ago, saw their National League North title hopes slip further through their fingers after this uninspiring match against a Curzon Ashton side who harbour promotion dreams themselves.
Scunthorpe United took what felt like a big step towards the title with victory over Chester in front of a record crowd for the National League North at the Attis Arena.
Goals from Chorley trio Mike Calveley, George Horbury and Mark Ellis put Chester to the sword after they had led 2-0 with a Tom Peers double.
