Stockport County is gearing up to face Cambridge United in their League One clash this weekend at Edgeley Park. Stockport, who had an impressive run in League Two last season, will be looking to continue their winning streak as they make their return to the third tier after over a decade.
The Hatters managed to secure automatic promotion to League One by scoring a whopping 96 goals in just 46 league matches. Players like Isaac Olaofe and Louie Barry will be key figures in Stockport’s attack this season. Despite losing experienced striker Paddy Madden, the team has shown promise in their pre-season matches against Championship teams like Blackburn Rovers and Stoke City.
On the other hand, Cambridge United, led by manager Garry Monk, will be aiming to improve upon their 18th-placed finish in the previous season. The U’s have struggled to find the back of the net, with only 39 goals in 46 League One games last year. The departure of their top scorer Gassan Ahadme to Charlton Athletic has left a void in their attacking lineup.
Both teams have had mixed results in their pre-season friendlies, with Stockport alternating between wins and losses, while Cambridge managed to secure a few victories. Stockport’s Kyle Wootton and Cambridge’s new signing Shayne Lavery will be players to watch in the upcoming match.
In terms of lineups, Stockport is likely to start with a strong attacking lineup featuring Olaofe and Wootton, while Cambridge will rely on players like Lavery and Gary Gardner in midfield. With Stockport’s strong attacking prowess and home advantage, they are favored to come out on top with a 2-0 victory against Cambridge United.
Overall, Stockport County seems to have the edge in this matchup, and fans can expect an exciting start to their League One campaign. Stay tuned for more updates and predictions on upcoming matches by subscribing to Sports Mole’s daily email previews and predictions.
