Two goals from Louis Thornton, the second from the penalty spot, saw Corinthians surprise St John’s last night (Friday).
They came from behind to win 2-1 at Mullen-e-Cloie in the Canada Life Premier League.
Eric Kelly had earlier opened the scoring for the home side who stay second but will be overtaken later today as St Mary’s and Laxey clash in the battle between the third and fourth placed teams.
Football: Teams through to first round of Junior cup
Union Mills won 11 goal thriller against St George's
Hockey: Over 45s through to England final
Second Manx side to reach a final this year.
Golf: Career best for Dawson in South Africa
Peel athlete impresses in Johannesburg
Football: Women's league title in sight for Peel
Westerners have six point lead after win over Corinthians
Manx duo heading to cheerleading world championships
They'll represent the Island in pom doubles in the USA this week