York – Swindon Town

York turned their home advantage into a statement win, thrashing Swindon Town 4‑0 and consolidating their third‑place spot with 11 points from six games. The victory not only extended York’s unbeaten run in the league to five matches but also widened the gap to Swindon, who sit ninth with ten points after a mixed start of three wins, one draw and two defeats. York’s goal difference now stands at +5 (13‑8), while Swindon's has slipped to –2 (8‑10), reflecting the dominance York displayed on the day. The result also tipped the head‑to‑head balance in York’s favour, as they have now won the only league meeting between the two sides this season.