YORK City got their Vanarama National League North season off to a flying start with a 3-1 victory at Altrincham.

The visitors fell behind to a James Jones goal, but claimed three three points with goals from David Ferguson, Joe Tait and Jordan Burrow.

The win delighted manager Steve Watson, who hailed the success of the team's 3-5-2 formation in the post-match press conference.

Here are a selection of pictures from the match by photographer Gordon Clayton.