Salford City – Chesterfield

Salford City’s home defeat at the hands of Chesterfield left the Lancashire side stranded in 15th place with just seven points from six games, their three‑goal deficit (7‑9) widening after the 0‑1 loss. Chesterfield moved up to 12th, inching to eight points and leveling their goal difference at 8‑8, a modest but valuable gain in a tightly packed table. The result also tipped the head‑to‑head balance this season, giving the visitors their first win over Salford after the two clubs split their earlier meetings. With both teams now only a point apart in the mid‑table scramble, the next fixtures will be crucial for any hopes of climbing higher.