Stockport County vs Stevenage — Match Preview
A massive promotion six-pointer takes place at Edgeley Park on Saturday, 13 December 2025. Stockport County sit 4th in the table with 32 points, looking to cement their playoff status after a solid 2–0 win over Doncaster. Stevenage are hot on their heels in 6th place with 31 points but arrive in shaky form, having lost two of their last three league games. With just one point separating the sides, a win for either team could be a defining moment in the race for the Championship.
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Match Info
- Competition: League One (Matchday 19)
- Venue: Edgeley Park, Stockport (Capacity: 10,841)
- Date: Saturday, 13 December 2025
- Kickoff: 15:00 GMT | 16:00 CET | 10:00 ET
- Referee: Will Finnie (ENG)
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Match Stakes
Stockport County (4th — 32 pts):
- Win → Moves to 35 pts; potentially climbs to 2nd or 3rd depending on other results
- Draw → Maintains the gap to Stevenage; keeps unbeaten home run alive
- Loss → Leapfrogged by Stevenage; drops into the lower playoff mix
Stevenage (6th — 31 pts):
- Win → Overtakes Stockport (34 pts); huge statement win on the road
- Draw → A respectable point away at a promotion rival
- Loss → Could drop out of the playoff places (Top 6) if results go against them
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Team News
Stockport County:
- Bate L. — Out (Knee Injury)
- Norwood O. — Out (Inactive)
- Connolly C. — Questionable (Injury – Late fitness test)
- Hoskonen A. — Questionable (Muscle Injury)
- Onyango T. — Questionable (Inactive)
Stevenage:
- Goode C. — Out (Suspended – Yellow Cards)
- Simpson T. — Out (Inactive)
- Roberts J. — Available (Key Creator)
- Reid J. — Available (Top Scorer)
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
Stockport County
- 10/12 — 2–0 vs Doncaster (League One)
- 06/12 — 0–1 vs Cambridge Utd (FA Cup)
- 04/12 — 2–1 vs Crewe (EFL Trophy)
- 29/11 — 1–1 vs Barnsley (League One)
- 21/11 — 0–3 vs Peterborough (League One)
Stevenage
- 10/12 — 0–1 vs Cardiff (League One)
- 03/12 — 1–2 vs Walsall (EFL Trophy)
- 29/11 — 0–0 vs Wigan (League One)
- 26/11 — 1–0 vs Peterborough (League One)
- 22/11 — 0–0 vs Doncaster (League One)
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)
- 02/04/2025 — Stockport 3–0 Stevenage
- 14/12/2024 — Stevenage 2–1 Stockport
- 18/02/2023 — Stockport 2–0 Stevenage
- 06/08/2022 — Stevenage 2–1 Stockport
- 09/04/11 — Stockport 2–2 Stevenage
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)
Stockport County (3-4-3)
Addai; Horsfall, Pye, Touray; Southam-Hales, Collar, Camps, Adaramola; Wootton, Barry, Olaofe
Stevenage (4-3-1-2)
Cooper; Wildin, Piergianni, Vokins, Butler; Phillips, Thompson, Freeman; Roberts; Reid, List
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Impact Bench
Stockport County: Madden (Experienced finisher), Powell (Midfield drive)
Stevenage: Pressley (Target man), Kemp (Creative spark)
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Tactical Analysis
Stockport County
Dave Challinor’s side will look to dominate the ball at home. Without Lewis Bate controlling the tempo, the onus falls on Callum Camps to drive the team forward. Stockport’s wing-backs (Southam-Hales and Adaramola) will be aggressive, pinning Stevenage back. They have found their scoring touch again vs Doncaster and will test a Stevenage defense missing Charlie Goode.
Stevenage
Alex Revell’s men are built on defensive solidity, but the suspension of Charlie Goode is a massive blow to their backline. Expect them to sit deep in a compact block and look to hit Stockport on the counter through Jamie Reid and Jordan Roberts. Their recent lack of goals (0 in 3 of the last 5 games) is a concern; they must be clinical with set-pieces.
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Key Battles
- Wootton vs Piergianni — aerial duel of the titans
- Camps vs Thompson — midfield engine room battle
- Southam-Hales vs Butler — pace on the flank
- Olaofe vs Wildin — speed vs positioning
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Spotlight Players
Stockport County — Louie Barry
The Aston Villa loanee is electric. His ability to cut inside and shoot from distance makes him a constant threat. If Stevenage sit deep, Barry’s dribbling is the key to unlocking the door.
Stevenage — Carl Piergianni
The captain must step up. With his defensive partner Goode suspended, Piergianni has to organize the backline and dominate his box against Stockport’s physical forwards.
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Prediction
Stockport County 2–0 Stevenage
Stockport have the home advantage and the momentum from their midweek win. Stevenage are struggling for goals and missing their best defender. The Hatters should have too much quality in the final third.
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Betting Insights
- Stockport to Win — High Probability
- Under 2.5 Goals — Possible (Stevenage defend well usually)
- Both Teams to Score — NO
Stockport County vs Stevenage — Where to Watch
- UK: Sky Sports+ (Red Button)
- International: iFollow (Select Regions)
Stockport County vs Stevenage — FAQs
Q: When is the Stockport vs Stevenage match?
A: The match kicks off on Saturday, 13 December 2025, at 15:00 GMT.
Q: Is Lewis Bate playing for Stockport?
A: No. Lewis Bate is ruled out with a knee injury.
Q: Who is the favorite?
A: Stockport County are the favorites due to home advantage and Stevenage’s recent poor scoring form.
Q: Is the match on TV?
A: In the UK, it will likely be available via Sky Sports+ or the Red Button service.
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