The season began for Northwich on 2 September 1893, away to Grimsby Town, where they were convincingly defeated 7–0.
On 3 February 1894, Northwich met Liverpool for the first time since beating them in the FA Cup the previous season, meeting this time in the League. Liverpool won the game convincingly 4-0 in front of 3,000 spectators at Anfield, with goals from Thomas Bradshaw, Duncan McClean and two goals from James Stott.[1]
Northwich's return fixture against Liverpool was played on 28 March at the Drill Field, again in front of around 3,000 spectators. Failing to make amends for the earlier season defeat, Northwich were beaten 3-2.[2]