Gillingham 0-3 Colchester United A surprising result, given Gillingham’s recent form. Colchester United came out all guns blazing, leaving no room for Gillingham to breathe. The Gills will need to regroup and rethink their strategy if they hope to bounce back in their next fixture.
Newport 3-1 Sutton Utd Newport showcased why they are considered one of the dark horses this season. Coming from behind to secure a win against a resilient Sutton side is no easy feat. The match was a testament to Newport’s character and their ambitions for the season.
Walsall 1-1 Grimsby Town A closely contested match where both teams had their moments. Grimsby will feel they could’ve snatched all three points, but Walsall’s resilience ensured they shared the spoils. Both teams showed promise and will be ones to watch as the season progresses.
Notts County 2-1 Tranmere Rovers Notts County continues to impress with another solid performance against Tranmere. Their attacking prowess and defensive solidity make them a formidable side. Tranmere, on the other hand, will need to find consistency if they hope to challenge for the top spots.
Salford City 1-2 Accrington Stanley A thrilling encounter that saw Accrington Stanley edge past Salford City. Both teams displayed quality football, but it was Accrington’s clinical finishing that made the difference. Salford will rue their missed chances but can take solace from their overall performance.
Harrogate Town 2-0 Morecambe Harrogate Town stamped their authority with a convincing win over Morecambe. Their fluid passing and movement were too much for Morecambe to handle. If Harrogate can maintain this form, they’ll surely be in contention for promotion.
Bradford City 1-0 Crewe Alexandra A hard-fought victory for Bradford City as they managed to secure all three points against a stubborn Crewe side. The match could’ve gone either way, but Bradford’s determination and grit saw them through.
Milton Keynes Dons 2-1 Doncaster Rovers MK Dons continue their impressive run with a narrow victory over Doncaster. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams giving their all. Doncaster will feel hard done by, but MK Dons’ resilience was the deciding factor.
Mansfield Town 3-2 Stockport County A five-goal thriller that had fans on the edge of their seats. Mansfield showed great character to come out on top in a match that could’ve gone either way. Stockport will be disappointed but can take positives from their attacking display.
AFC Wimbledon 1-1 Forest Green Rovers A match that showcased the competitive nature of the EFL League 2. Both teams had their moments, but neither could find the winning goal. A fair result in what was a closely contested encounter.
Barrow 1-1 Wrexham Both teams showcased their defensive solidity in a match that had few clear-cut chances. A draw was a fair result, with both teams cancelling each other out.
Swindon 6-0 Crawley The standout result of the round. Swindon ran riot against a hapless Crawley side, showcasing their attacking prowess. Crawley will need to regroup quickly to avoid further setbacks.
