The Millers cruised into the next round of the Derbyshire Senior Cup with a commanding 5–0 victory over Ashbourne at Church Lane, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity in a dominant performance.
The Millers broke the deadlock in the 33rd minute when Danny Warburton found the net with a fine strike, volleying home from 25 yards, setting the tone for the evening. Just four minutes later, Jack Lever doubled the lead, glancing a Millen Brown free-kick past the keeper to give his side a comfortable cushion heading into the break.
The second half saw the hosts continue their relentless pressure. Keenan Switzer added a third in the 52nd minute, finishing off a well-worked move that left the Ashbourne defence scrambling. The Millers weren’t done yet—Sam Dunstan made it four in the 74th minute deflecting home from inside the six yard box, and just two minutes later, Millen Brown capped off the scoring with a tidy finish to seal the emphatic win.
Ashbourne struggled to gain a foothold throughout the match, with The Millers controlling territory, possession and creating chances at will. The result reflected the quality shown by Chris Baguley's side on the night and sends a strong message to supporters for the upcoming fixtures.