Match Preview
Chesterfield will travel to Salford City in the Sky Bet League Two fixture this weekend. The Spireites come into the game after two straight 1‑0 defeats, first at Fleetwood and then at home against Salford. The visit follows a 3‑1 loss for Salford to Barnet in their opening league match.
Key Players
Macaulay Langstaff has joined the Ammies this summer after a prolific spell at Championship side Millwall. The striker netted 28 goals in his most recent League Two campaign with Notts County, a tally that earned him a move to the Lions. Over two seasons at Notts County, Langstaff scored 71 goals in 97 appearances across all competitions.
Head‑to‑Head
The first meeting between the clubs was in 2018, when Salford won 3‑2 thanks to a late goal from Danny Whitehead. Since then, Chesterfield have remained unbeaten in six encounters, winning five. In the most recent clash, loanee Sam Curtis was the match‑winner for the Spireites.
Manager’s Perspective
Scott Oldham will take charge of the Spireites, assisted by Bradley Hall and Adam Nichol, with fourth official Andrew Miller. Oldham’s last appointment at the club was at the end of last season, when Chesterfield secured a play‑off place with a 2‑1 win at Swindon. He noted that the squad features seven debutants, five of whom started the previous game and two who came on as substitutes. Oldham said the media’s focus on repetition and training ground work is essential, and that the team is eager to avoid a backward step in the upcoming match.
