Oldham – Crewe

Oldham host Crewe in what promises to be a pivotal clash in the lower half of the table, with the home side sitting 14th on seven points after two wins, a draw and three defeats, edging Crewe by a single goal in the goal‑difference column (8‑7). Crewe, meanwhile, sit in eighth place with ten points from an unbeaten run of six games, having scored six and conceded four. The encounter will be a test of Oldham’s resolve to close the gap on a Crewe side that has yet to taste defeat this season, while the visitors will look to extend their unbeaten streak and push further up the standings. Both teams will be keen to improve their positions as the race for safety and a mid‑table push tightens.