Ryton & Crawcrook Albion lost for the third consecutive time in the league after a 2-1 loss at Willington.
Goals from James Marley and Ryan Cummings penalty gave the hosts a 2-0 lead before Kyle Downey pulled a late consolation back for Albion from the spot.
Daniel Iredale’s side finished the game with 9-men following the red cards for Shaun Pickford and goalkeeper Jonathan Ball.