Stockport County vs Mansfield Town
The atmosphere was electric as the two sides took to the pitch for this pivotal League One clash. Played on 22 April 2026, the match promised a high-stakes encounter for both teams as they navigated the complexities of their league campaign.
A tale of two halves
The game opened with immediate intensity, and it was Mansfield Town who drew first blood through an Adama Sidibeh strike in the 23rd minute. Stockport County looked for a response, and their patience was rewarded shortly after the break when Adam Phillips capitalized on a Corey O'Keeffe assist to level the proceedings in the 53rd minute.
Late drama decides the outcome
The tension shifted entirely in the 71st minute when Oliver Norwood converted a penalty to put the hosts ahead. As the match approached the final whistle, the game became increasingly physical, resulting in a flurry of yellow cards. Just as the game seemed set for a home victory, the visitors produced a stunning comeback. In the 90+9th minute, Benony Andresson latched onto an Odin Bailey delivery to score, clinching a dramatic win in the dying seconds of the game.
