It was a case of small steps for new head coach John Sheridan who began a remarkable sixth spell in charge of Oldham Athletic with a home goalless draw in the El Flatcapico derby of the two neighbouring mill town.
Hyde United remain close to relegation places after home loss to Buxton leaves them seven league games without a win
Hyde United remain perilously close to the bottom of Pitching In Northern Premier League, premier division following their home defeat to Buxton who reignited their faltering promotion challenge.
Julie Blakstad joins Manchester City Women
Manchester City have signed Norwegian international midfielder Julie Blakstad after the departure .of Jill Scott on loan
Stockport County go top of table after sixth straight league win at home to Maidenhead United
Stockport County were made to work hard before claiming top spot in National League for the first time this season as their remarkable winning run continued at home to Maidenhead United.
Sam Gallagher takes over scoring mantle from Ben Brereton Diaz as Blackburn Rovers go second in the Championship after home win against Middlesbrough
With goal machine Ben Brereton Diaz away on international duty, Sam Gallagher could not have timed it better to end his Blackburn Rovers scoring drought.