Match report
Accrington ST Defeats Salford City 1-0 in League Two
Accrington ST
1–0
FT
Salford City
Feb 5, 2026
Accrington Stanley held off Salford City to secure a hard-fought win at the Wham Stadium, thanks to an early goal from A. Henderson. The home team's solid defense and strategic play-making allowed them to maintain control throughout the match despite Salford's persistent efforts.
Key Facts
- • Accrington ST secured victory 1-0 over Salford City in League Two.
- • A. Henderson scored the only goal for Accrington at minute 4.
- • Salford's Jorge Grant received a yellow card due to fouling at minute 13.
- • C. O'Brien of Accrington was also cautioned with a yellow card at minute 64.
Lineups
Accrington ST
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 13 O. Wright
- 2 D. Love (D)
- 5 F. Rawson (D)
- 17 D. Matthews
- 38 C. O'Brien (M)
- 4 C. Grant (M)
- 11 I. Sinclair (M)
- 30 I. Heath
- 7 S. Whalley (F)
- 10 A. Henderson (F)
- 39 J. Woods (F)
Substitutes
- 1 M. Kelly
- 3 F. Sass
- 18 C. Caton
- 20 C. Brown
- 24 L. Butterfield
- 16 J. Smith
- 26 C. Hall
Salford City
Formation: 3-1-4-2
Starting XI
- 1 M. Young (G)
- 6 O. Turton (D)
- 24 A. Dorrington (D)
- 29 L. Garbutt (D)
- 18 M. Butcher (M)
- 45 R. Longelo-Mbule (M)
- 7 B. Woodburn (M)
- 8 J. Grant (M)
- 10 K. N'Mai (M)
- 26 R. Graydon (F)
- 23 D. Udoh (F)
Substitutes
- 33 M. Howard
- 4 O. Ashley
- 9 C. Stockton
- 16 F. Borini
- 17 J. Austerfield
- 25 P. Ehibhatiomhan
- 28 Z. Awe
Timeline
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4' Accrington ST Goal · Normal GoalA. Henderson -
13' Salford City Card · Yellow CardJorge GrantFoul
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64' Accrington ST Card · Yellow CardC. O'BrienFoul
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66' Salford City subst · Substitution 1Off: M. Butcher · On: O. Ashley -
66' Salford City subst · Substitution 2Off: B. Woodburn · On: C. Stockton -
78' Salford City subst · Substitution 3Off: Jorge Grant · On: F. Borini -
78' Salford City subst · Substitution 4Off: R. Longelo-Mbule · On: P. Ehibhatiomhan -
79' Accrington ST subst · Substitution 1Off: I. Sinclair · On: L. Butterfield
Match Stats
| Stat | Accrington ST | Salford City |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 10 | 9 |
| Pass Accuracy | 59% | 70% |
| Offsides | 4 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 14 | 15 |
| Corners | 2 | 5 |
| Total Passes | 273 | 362 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 5 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 6 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 4 |
| Possession | 44% | 56% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 160 | 255 |
| Shots Inside Box | 6 | 11 |
| Saves | 6 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 8 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ A. Henderson's early goal in the fourth minute set the tone for Accrington ST, providing them with a crucial lead.
- ▸ Salford City made several substitutions towards the end of the game in an attempt to level the score but were unable to capitalize on their opportunities.