Rochdale – Oldham

Rochdale host Oldham in what promises to be a crucial fixture for both sides as the season reaches its midway point. The home side sit 24th with just four points from six games, having managed only one win and a solitary draw while conceding ten goals. Oldham, perched in 14th place, sit on seven points after two victories and a draw, and enjoy a slightly positive goal difference of +1. With Rochdale desperate for points to climb out of the relegation zone and Oldham looking to consolidate a mid‑table push, the clash could prove decisive for their respective campaigns.