13 May 2023 at 18:45

Referee: T. Nield

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

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Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Salford City0wins
3draws4 meetings
Stockport County1wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2

Average goals per game

25%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
14/03/24Salford City2–2Stockport County4.06/3.71/1.86
28/11/23Stockport County0–0Salford City1.43/4.65/6.76
31/03/23Stockport County1–1Salford City1.84/3.49/4.51
22/10/22Salford City0–2Stockport County2.80/3.28/2.58

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Salford City

W 127D 79L 104
Over 2.546
Goals scored422

Away Record: Stockport County

W 114D 75L 87
Over 2.550
Goals scored403

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Salford City defeated Stockport County 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by M. Smith 17′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Salford City had 45% possession while Stockport County held 55%. Salford City had 13 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for Stockport County. Salford City made 3 substitutions, Stockport County made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Salford City and Stockport County — 1 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.

Salford City
Stockport County
Kick Off
M. Smith

assist: E. Watt

17′
Half Time
62′
R. CroasdaleI. Olaofe
63′
M. HippolyteR. Rydel
82′
J. StrettonA. Rowe
C. HendryM. Lund
87′
C. McAlenyL. Barry
88′
M. SmithC. Morton
90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Salford City had 45% possession against Stockport County's 55%. Salford City registered 13 shots (4 on target) while Stockport County managed 7 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 9–2. Fouls committed: 12–10.

4Shots on Goal1
4Shots off Goal3
13Total Shots7
5Blocked Shots3
5Shots insidebox5
8Shots outsidebox2
12Fouls10
9Corner Kicks2
0Offsides3
45%Ball Possession55%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
347Total passes416
250Passes accurate322
72%Passes %77%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Salford City lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under N. Wood, while Stockport County deployed a 5-4-1 under D. Challinor.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Salford City is —, compared to 6.62 for Stockport County. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Salford City's highest-rated starter is —, while Stockport County's best-rated player is B. Hinchliffe (6.70).

Defensive Solidity

Salford City deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Stockport County's 5-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Salford City field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Stockport County's 4 rated 6.53. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Salford City start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Stockport County averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Salford City and 65% for Stockport County. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Age & Experience

The average age of Salford City's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Stockport County average 33.5 (youngest: C. Camps (30), oldest: B. Hinchliffe (37)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Salford City's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 18 for Stockport County. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Salford City4-2-3-15-4-1Stockport County
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Cairns32Shephard42Vassell15Mariappa3Touray6Watt14Mallan24Bolton9Hendry18McAleny17Smith1Hinchli.3Knoyle4Wright6Horsfall5Byrne23Hussey7Lemonhe.8Camps18Croasda.21Hippoly.16Stretton

Substitutes

Coach: N. Wood

Substitutes

Coach: D. Challinor

Salford CityPosition StrengthStockport County
Avg Rating
6.62
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
Midfielder (5 v 4)6.53
0G 0A0G 0A
Salford City4-2-3-1
12GoalkeeperA. Cairns
32DefenderL. Shephard
42DefenderT. Vassell
15DefenderA. Mariappa
3DefenderI. Touray
6MidfielderE. Watt
14MidfielderS. Mallan
24MidfielderL. Bolton
9MidfielderC. Hendry
18MidfielderC. McAleny
17ForwardM. Smith
Stockport County5-4-1
1GoalkeeperB. Hinchliffe6.7
3DefenderK. Knoyle
4DefenderA. Wright
6DefenderF. Horsfall
5DefenderN. Byrne
23DefenderC. Hussey
7MidfielderC. Lemonheigh-Evans
8MidfielderC. Camps6.5
18MidfielderR. Croasdale
21MidfielderM. Hippolyte
16ForwardJ. Stretton

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Salford City have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Stockport County show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Salford City

WDLWWL

Stockport County

DWLDWW

Salford City vs Stockport County Head to Head Results

Salford City and Stockport County have met 2 times — Salford City won 1, Stockport County won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Salford City leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (4 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.

1

Salford City

1

Drawn

0

Stockport County

Goals: 4Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (2)

7 Oct 2025Salford City3 – 1Stockport County
25 Jul 2025Salford City1 – 1Stockport County
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026