Peterborough – Stockport County

Peterborough host Stockport County in what promises to be a pivotal clash in the lower half of the table. The home side sit 21st with just five points from six games, having scored only four goals while conceding ten, whereas the visitors occupy eighth place, boasting nine points, three wins and a superior goal difference of +6 (16‑10). The disparity in form is stark – Stockport have yet to drop any points, while Peterborough have failed to win in their last five outings. A victory for the Lions could be a lifeline in their relegation battle, but they will need to tighten up defensively to match the County’s more potent attack. The fixture also offers Stockport a chance to close the gap on the playoff spots if they can keep their unbeaten run alive.