Rushen United completed a league double over title rivals Peel at Douglas Road to extend their advantage to seven points on Saturday.

Two goals from Jack Saxon and a Josh Kelly strike gave Rushen a 3-0 lead before Chris Cain's late consolation.

The Southerners day got even better when second placed St Mary's could only manage a 1-1 draw with Laxey.

Stephen Glover gave St Mary's a first-half lead at the Bowl before Max Murley equalised late on for Laxey.

Meanwhile, Michael came from behind to secure a 2-2 draw at Gymnasium and Corinthians picked up a point against Old Boys.

Results, 20 February

Isle of Man Premier League

Corinthians 2-2 Douglas High School Old Boys

Gymnasium 2-2 Michael United

Peel 1-3 Rushen United

St Marys 1-1 Laxey

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