Crewe – Crawley Town

Crewe host Crawley Town in what promises to be a decisive clash in the lower half of the table. Sitting eighth with ten points from six games – two wins, four draws and a solid 6‑4 goal difference – the home side will be looking to consolidate their push for the playoff spots. Crawley, languishing in 23rd place with just four points after a solitary win, one draw and four defeats, have already seen their goal deficit widen to 6‑11 and will need a turnaround to stay clear of the relegation zone. The two teams have yet to meet this season, adding an extra layer of intrigue to a fixture that could see Crewe extend their unbeaten run while Crawley fights to claw back into safety.