Oldham – Salford City

Oldham host Salford City in what promises to be a tightly contested league clash, with both sides occupying the lower half of the table and level on points. The Athleticmen sit 14th with seven points from six games, having scored eight and conceded seven, while the visitors sit just below them in 15th, also on seven points but with a slightly poorer goal difference of seven for and nine against. Both clubs have recorded two wins, one draw and three defeats this season, so the encounter could prove decisive in the battle to climb out of the relegation zone. Their head‑to‑head record this campaign offers no clear advantage, setting the stage for a match where a single goal could shift the balance in the standings.