Chesterfield – Grimsby

Chesterfield host Grimsby in what promises to be a pivotal clash in the lower half of the table, with the Spireites sitting 12th on eight points after a perfectly balanced six‑game run (two wins, two draws and two defeats, 8‑8 on goal difference). Grimsby, meanwhile, sit comfortably in sixth place with ten points, unbeaten in six outings (two wins and four draws) and boasting a modest +3 goal swing at 9‑6. The fixture offers Chesterfield a chance to close the gap on the playoff spots, while Grimsby will look to maintain their unbeaten streak and push back into the top five. Their recent head‑to‑head meetings have been tightly contested, setting the stage for a potentially decisive encounter.