Match Report
| Stockport County | Stockport County |  |  | Oldham Athletic | Oldham Athletic | ||||||||||||||||
| Computer Player | Computer Player | Computer Player | Computer Player | ||||||||||||||||||
| Ross Milligan | R. Milligan |  | 52 | G |  |  | 1 | | G | 52 | | Max Venus | M. Venus | ||||||||
| Scott Dodd | S. Dodd | | 43 | D |  | 2 |  | D | 50 | | Morris Gascoigne | M. Gascoigne | |||||||||
| Danny Richards | D. Richards | | 42 | D | | 3 | | D | 40 | | Terry Bridge | T. Bridge | |||||||||
| Tony Tolley | T. Tolley | | 42 | D | | 4 | | D | 38 | | Mike Cooke | M. Cooke | |||||||||
| Kevin Bolton | K. Bolton | | 38 | D | | 5 | | D | 34 | | Dean Keegan | D. Keegan | |||||||||
| Greg Shilton | G. Shilton | | 51 | M | | 6 | | M | 65 | | Alun Taylor | A. Taylor | |||||||||
| Paul Smith | P. Smith | | 50 | M | | 7 | | | M | 55 | | John Froggatt | J. Froggatt | ||||||||
| Neil Fletcher | N. Fletcher | | 58 | A | | 8 | | A | 41 | | Alfred Barry | A. Barry | |||||||||
| Des Neville | D. Neville | | 43 | A | | 9 | | A | 39 | | Kieron Gilchrist | K. Gilchrist | |||||||||
| Francis Lisbie | F. Lisbie | | 40 | A | | 10 | | A | 39 | | Matthew Armstrong | M. Armstrong | |||||||||
| Mervin Bellamy | M. Bellamy | | 37 | A | | 11 | | A | 39 | | Joe Byrne | J. Byrne | |||||||||
| Oleg Pearson | O. Pearson | | 46 | M | | 12 | | M | 52 | | Jason Venus | J. Venus | |||||||||
| Simon Cooper | S. Cooper | | 45 | M | | 13 | | M | 47 | | Jason Monk | J. Monk | |||||||||
| Anthony Heskey | A. Heskey | | 44 | G | | 14 | | M | 42 | | Nwankwo Brown | N. Brown | |||||||||
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Match Report
Hail stones bounce on the pitch here at Edgeley Park where Stockport County play host to Oldham Athletic in this derby match. Its a sell-out today with the 3,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Stockport County and Oldham Athletic are lined up in a 4-2-4 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Richard Crooks.
The pitch is in good condition.
Both Stockport County and Oldham Athletic are lined up in a 4-2-4 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Richard Crooks.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and Stockport County kick off!
3.18
0-0Terry Bridge kicks a strong pass forward to Alun Taylor. Alun Taylor makes a simple pass to Matthew Armstrong. Matthew Armstrong edges inside the box! Matthew Armstrong rockets a shot on goal. It's miles wide!
6.53
Mike Cooke threads a neat ball through to John Froggatt. With a delightful solo run, John Froggatt stretches the opposition's defence. John Froggatt knocks in a cross ball towards Kieron Gilchrist. Kieron Gilchrist connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. It slams into the side netting. So close!!
12.43
1-0Paul Smith sees Des Neville in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Des Neville lofts in a cross ball towards Neil Fletcher. Neil Fletcher powers a header at goal. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
15.55
1-0Danny Richards threads a neat ball through to Paul Smith. Paul Smith flicks a high ball forward to Francis Lisbie who takes it down. Francis Lisbie shoots from 25 yards. It curls slightly but Max Venus manages to gather it effortlessly.
21.30
Alun Taylor passes the ball forward to Joe Byrne. Joe Byrne controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
24.29
Paul Smith deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Mervin Bellamy. Mervin Bellamy knocks in a cross ball towards Francis Lisbie. Francis Lisbie flicks the ball with his head but it is miles over!
26.53
Dean Keegan makes a beautiful pass to the feet of John Froggatt. John Froggatt chips the ball to his team mate, Kieron Gilchrist. Kieron Gilchrist cuts inside the box! Kieron Gilchrist strikes a beautiful left-footed shot at goal but it flies wide!
27.36
1-0Alun Taylor makes a probing pass to Alfred Barry. Alfred Barry plays a one-two with Joe Byrne and rushes in on goal... Alfred Barry shoots from just inside the box but somehow Kevin Bolton happens to be in the right place to block it.
30.28
Greg Shilton sees Neil Fletcher in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Neil Fletcher plays a one-two with Des Neville and rushes in on goal... Neil Fletcher rockets a shot on goal. The ball clips the underside of the bar and bounces just over the line. The fans cheer wildly!
34.24
Seeing a gap ahead, Mike Cooke plays the ball forward to John Froggatt. Without breaking stride, John Froggatt plays the ball forward to Joe Byrne. Joe Byrne runs straight at the defence! Joe Byrne muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal but it scrapes just over the bar. Good effort!
36.54
John Froggatt brings the ball forward. Without breaking stride, John Froggatt plays the ball forward to Matthew Armstrong who has made a great run into the box. Matthew Armstrong muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal his aim is horrendously poor!
38.54
Terry Bridge threads a neat ball through to John Froggatt. John Froggatt hits a low pass to Kieron Gilchrist. Kieron Gilchrist finds some space and shoots from distance but is denied by Ross Milligan. Excellent save.
39.10
Paul Smith threads a neat ball through to Neil Fletcher. Neil Fletcher controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
40.09
2-0Paul Smith decides to run forward with the ball. Paul Smith kicks a strong pass forward to Neil Fletcher but the referee indicates it's offside!
42.24
John Froggatt deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Kieron Gilchrist. Kieron Gilchrist tries a spectacular long range effort but it goes wide for a goal kick.
44.07
Alun Taylor threads the ball through to Kieron Gilchrist. Kieron Gilchrist advances inside the box! Kieron Gilchrist cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal. The ball hits the post, bouncing back into play. Oldham Athletic are unable to capitalise and the keeper manages to gather up the loose ball.
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Stockport County appear unchanged since the first half. Oldham Athletic have changed their lineup with Jason Venus replacing Morris Gascoigne. The Oldham Athletic players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
The whistle blows and Oldham Athletic kick off!
48.40
Paul Smith deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Francis Lisbie. Francis Lisbie shoots from outside the area but he gets too far under it and it goes high into the crowd!
51.57
2-0Dean Keegan hacks Danny Richards from behind! The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Danny Richards runs off the knock.
54.01
Alun Taylor receives the ball from a throw-in from John Froggatt. Alun Taylor passes the ball forward to Kieron Gilchrist. Kieron Gilchrist knocks in a cross ball towards Joe Byrne. Joe Byrne outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward. The ball flies a good few feet wide of the post.
55.46
Paul Smith chips the ball to his team mate, Neil Fletcher. Neil Fletcher whips in a cross ball towards Des Neville. Des Neville rises majestically and gets a header on goal. Magnificent save by Max Venus!
57.49
John Froggatt makes a simple pass to Joe Byrne. Joe Byrne cuts inside the box! Some silky footwork from Joe Byrne provides some space. He stabs the ball goalward. Joe Byrne scores for Oldham Athletic!!
60.40
2-1Oldham Athletic have made a substitution with Nwankwo Brown replacing John Froggatt .
63.41
Greg Shilton knocks the ball forward to Neil Fletcher. Neil Fletcher tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball clips the underside of the bar and bounces just over the line. The fans cheer wildly! That's his third!
66.05
Paul Smith sees Des Neville in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Des Neville lofts in a cross ball towards Mervin Bellamy. Mervin Bellamy powers a header at goal but slams it into the crowd!
69.46
Nwankwo Brown kicks a strong pass forward to Matthew Armstrong. Matthew Armstrong runs straight at the defence! Matthew Armstrong shoots from just inside the box. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is a match for it. He makes it look easy!
72.31
Terry Bridge brings the ball forward. Terry Bridge flicks the ball to his team mate, Kieron Gilchrist. Kieron Gilchrist shoots from distance but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
73.08
Nwankwo Brown hits a low pass to Kieron Gilchrist. Kieron Gilchrist whips in a cross ball towards Matthew Armstrong. With a superhuman jump, Matthew Armstrong connects with the ball and heads it goalwards but it slams into the crowd!
77.44
Oldham Athletic have made a substitution with Jason Monk replacing Matthew Armstrong .
78.53
Nwankwo Brown chips the ball to his team mate, Joe Byrne. Joe Byrne threads the ball through into the box. Kieron Gilchrist cuts inside onto his preferred left foot and rushes a shot at goal but it slams into the crowd!
79.18
Alun Taylor takes it forward alone. Alun Taylor plays a quick one-two with Kieron Gilchrist and rushes in on goal... Some clumsy but lucky footwork from Alun Taylor provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal. What a cracker!! Ross Milligan had no chance!! Goal for Oldham Athletic!
83.10
Greg Shilton passes the ball forward to Mervin Bellamy. Mervin Bellamy shoots from 25 yards. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
84.11
Dean Keegan makes a probing pass to Nwankwo Brown. Nwankwo Brown threads a neat ball through to Kieron Gilchrist. Kieron Gilchrist knocks in a cross ball towards Joe Byrne. Joe Byrne is unmarked! He powers a header at goal his aim is horrendously poor!
85.01
3-2Nwankwo Brown catches Paul Smith on the ankles. Nwankwo Brown is warned by the referee! Paul Smith hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
89.51
Paul Smith knocks the ball to his team mate, Neil Fletcher. Neil Fletcher plays a scrappy one-two with Mervin Bellamy and advances towards the goal... Some awkward footwork from Neil Fletcher provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal but it flies well off target!
90.00
The referee blows for full-time
Match Statistics
Goals
3
2
Shots on Target
5
5
Shots off Target
6
13
Offsides
1
0
Fouls
0
2
Yellow Cards
0
1
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
38.5%
61.5%
Play Area
26.9%
46.2%
26.9%
Scorers
| Neil Fletcher 12, 30, 63 | Joe Byrne 57 Alun Taylor 79 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Neil Fletcher of Stockport County |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Ross Milligan (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Scott Dodd (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Danny Richards (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Tony Tolley (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Kevin Bolton (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Greg Shilton (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Paul Smith (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Neil Fletcher (ATT) |  | 9 |
| 9. | Des Neville (ATT) | 7 | |
| 10. | Francis Lisbie (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Mervin Bellamy (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Oleg Pearson (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Simon Cooper (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Anthony Heskey (GK) | 0 | |
| 1. | Max Venus (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Morris Gascoigne (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Terry Bridge (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Mike Cooke (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Dean Keegan (DEF) |  | 5 |
| 6. | Alun Taylor (MID) | | 8 |
| 7. | John Froggatt (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Alfred Barry (ATT) | 6 | |
| 9. | Kieron Gilchrist (ATT) | 7 | |
| 10. | Matthew Armstrong (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Joe Byrne (ATT) | | 7 |
| 12. | Jason Venus (MID) | 6 | |
| 13. | Jason Monk (MID) | 6 | |
| 14. | Nwankwo Brown (MID) | 6 | |