Salford City - Fleetwood

Salford City forward Callum Hendry enters this matchday 9 clash at Peninsula Stadium in clinical form, having spearheaded a dominant 4-1 victory over Oldham Athletic on 26 September 2026. This recent emphatic result highlights a resurgence for the hosts, who have successfully navigated a busy schedule by securing narrow wins against Swindon Town and Port Vale earlier in September. After a shaky start to their campaign, the side has found a consistent rhythm in League Two, turning their home ground into a platform for building points and confidence against testing opposition.

Fleetwood Town arrive at Peninsula Stadium looking to steady their own course following a frustrating 2-1 defeat to Rochdale on 26 September 2026. While they displayed defensive resilience in a 1-0 EFL Cup victory over Sheffield United earlier in the month, their recent league form has been inconsistent. With memories of their 2-0 win here in January 2025 providing a historical reference point, the visitors will aim to disrupt Salford City's flow and regain the composure that defined their earlier draws against Grimsby Town and Oldham Athletic. The tactical battle in midfield will likely dictate which side can impose their style on this League Two encounter.