Rochdale – Chesterfield

Rochdale host Chesterfield in what promises to be a pivotal clash for both sides. The hosts sit 24th in the table with just four points from six games, having scored only five times while conceding ten, whereas Chesterfield occupy 12th place with eight points, their record evenly balanced at eight goals for and against. Rochdale will be desperate to snap a run of four defeats in their last five outings, while Chesterfield will look to build on two wins and two draws to climb further up the mid‑table. The disparity in recent form suggests Chesterfield enter as favourites, yet the home side’s fight for survival could produce a tightly contested encounter. A positive result for Rochdale could spark a late‑season resurgence, while a win for Chesterfield would solidify their push towards the playoff places.