Salford City – Grimsby

Salford City will host Grimsby in what promises to be a clash of contrasting fortunes, with the home side languishing in 15th place on 7 points from six games (two wins, one draw and three defeats, scoring seven and conceding nine) while Grimsby sit comfortably in sixth with 10 points, unbeaten (two wins and four draws) and a modest +3 goal difference (nine for, six against). The visitors’ solid defensive record and unbeaten run could prove decisive against a Salford outfit that has struggled to keep clean sheets. If Salford can tighten up at the back and turn their modest goal tally into more than just a handful, they might at least earn a point against a Grimsby side that has yet to taste defeat this season. The head‑to‑head history will add extra spice, but the numbers suggest Grimsby enter as the slight favorites.