Stockport County delivered a stunning attacking performance to defeat Wigan Athletic 9-5 in a wild League One encounter on Saturday. The BBC reported the result, which sees Dave Challinor's side climb to 9th in the table with six points from their opening four matches.
This season has been a mixed bag for County, with a record of two wins and two losses. Their recent form reads LWLW, and they have scored nine goals while conceding six, giving them a positive goal difference of three. They currently sit four points behind early leaders Huddersfield Town in the title race.
The match at the DW Stadium was an extraordinary spectacle from start to finish. Stockport County's forward line was in devastating form, finding the net nine times against a struggling Wigan defence. This result continues a positive trend for County in this particular fixture. They beat Wigan 4-2 back in February and have not lost to them in their last three meetings, with two draws preceding that victory.
Wigan Athletic, anchored in 22nd place with just three points, are already deep in the relegation zone. Their defensive frailties were brutally exposed by a rampant Stockport side. The sheer number of goals highlights the chaotic nature of the game and County's clinical edge in front of goal. Fans can review the team's offensive and defensive numbers on our detailed stats page.
Following this high-scoring win, Stockport County occupy 9th place in the League One standings. They have accumulated six points from a possible twelve. This puts them comfortably in the top half, well clear of the relegation places that currently engulf their latest opponents.
The team's path has been inconsistent, with victories over Plymouth Argyle and Wycombe Wanderers offset by defeats to Blackpool and Luton Town. They also secured a win against Everton's U21 side in the EFL Trophy. The full picture of their campaign so far is available on the club's standings page.
Attention now turns to maintaining momentum. The next challenge is a quick return fixture against the same Wigan Athletic side, scheduled for September 5th. This gives County an immediate chance to build on their success and potentially complete a league double over their rivals early in the season.
Preparing for such a hectic schedule requires a full squad. Supporters can check the latest availability and fitness updates on the dedicated injuries section of the site. The team will be looking to carry their explosive attacking form into that match and beyond, as they aim to close the gap to the automatic promotion spots.
