In an exciting League One clash, Stockport County hosts Wigan Athletic at Edgeley Park. This match is set for Saturday afternoon, as both teams look to improve their respective form in a pivotal stage of the season.
Match Preview
Stockport County is eager to bounce back after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Bradford City. This loss halted an impressive unbeaten run of seven games. Despite the setback, the Hatters sit comfortably in the playoff spots, positioned fifth with 53 points from 31 matches. They have secured 15 wins, eight draws, and eight losses, which keeps their promotion hopes alive.
The team hopes to widen the gap between themselves and seventh place. A victory against Wigan could create an eight-point cushion, essential for their promotion ambitions after narrowly missing out on Championship football last year.
Wigan Athletic’s Recent Form
On the other side, Wigan Athletic comes into this match with renewed confidence after securing a victory against Luton Town. This win marked a promising start for manager Gary Caldwell, who made his return to the club. Previously, the Latics struggled, sitting in the relegation zone and winless in eight games.
Caldwell, who managed Wigan from April 2015 to October 2016, has an uphill task of guiding his team to safety. Their win lifted them out of the bottom four and marked their first clean sheet since early December. While Wigan has shown signs of improvement, they remain focused on securing League One status.
Team News
The matchup will see some changes for both squads due to injuries. Stockport’s Tyler Onyango will miss the remainder of the season following a hamstring injury. Meanwhile, Josh Dacres-Cogley returns after suspension, providing a much-needed defensive option.
- Stockport County’s possible lineup:
- Hinchliffe
- Dacres-Cogley
- Hills
- Pye
- Norwood
- Bate
- Osborn
- Sidibeh
- Wootton
- Diamond
- Wigan Athletic’s possible lineup:
- Tickle
- Hungbo
- Aimson
- Kerr
- Fox
- Murray
- Weir
- Moxon
- Wright
- Taylor
- Saydee
Prediction
Although Stockport County and Wigan Athletic are positioned differently in the league, the Latics could pose a challenge under the new management of Caldwell. However, Stockport’s quality is expected to shine through, leading to a likely victory with a predicted score of 2-1 in favor of the hosts.
