Stockport County are focused on their next League One fixture after a narrow home defeat last weekend. The Hatters host Wycombe Wanderers at Edgeley Park looking to improve on their current position of ninth in the table, with three points from their opening two matches.
Jimmy McNulty's side were left frustrated after a 2-1 loss to Blackpool. Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, first-half goals from the visitors proved decisive, with Mika Mandron's late strike only a consolation. The performance offered positives, but the result leaves County three points behind early leaders Bradford City.
Stockport County's next challenge is a home match against Wycombe Wanderers this weekend. Wycombe are also seeking their first win of the campaign, having drawn their opening two fixtures against Blackpool and Plymouth Argyle.
County will aim to capitalise on their strong home support, with tickets still available for sections of Edgeley Park. The team has scored four goals and conceded three so far this season, giving them a positive goal difference. Fans can follow the team's upcoming schedule on our fixtures page.
Blackpool secured a 2-1 away victory at Edgeley Park last Saturday. Tom Bloxham and Josh Bowler scored for Ian Evatt's side to secure the three points.
Blackpool fans filled the away section at Stockport's ground. The win gave Blackpool four points from their first two league games of the season.
Defender Fraser Horsfall, who joined Blackpool from Stockport County last summer, is expected to remain in a protective boot for three to four weeks due to an ankle complication.
Manager Ian Evatt said Horsfall's situation is different from teammate Michael Ihiekwe, who is progressing from a toe issue. "I think he'll be in the boot for another three to four weeks, then we'll rescan him," Evatt stated regarding Horsfall. The manager also provided updates on the returns of Ilmari Niskanen and Jordan Brown.
Attention now turns to County's next match, an away trip to face third-placed Luton on September 2nd. The immediate focus is on securing a result against Wycombe to build momentum.
The early league standings show a tight division, and a win could see Stockport County climb the table quickly. The team's ability to create chances, as shown against Blackpool, will be key to turning performances into points in the coming weeks.
