Crewe – Oldham

Crewe host Oldham in what promises to be a pivotal clash in the lower half of the table, with the home side sitting eighth on 10 points after two wins and four draws, boasting a modest +2 goal difference (6‑4). Oldham, languishing in 14th place with seven points from two victories, one draw and three defeats, sit just one goal behind Crewe in the overall tally but trail by three points and a slightly inferior goal ratio (8‑7). The two teams have met earlier in the season, and the result could prove decisive for Crewe’s push to break into the top‑seven, while Oldham will be desperate to close the gap to safety. A win for Crewe would extend their unbeaten run to six games, whereas Oldham will need all three points to keep their survival hopes alive.