Mansfield Town vs Stockport County (1 December 2026, League One): match facts, form and head-to-head

Mansfield Town host Stockport County in what promises to be a compelling clash between a struggling side perched 17th with just seven points and a mid‑table outfit sitting eighth on nine points. The home team have managed only two wins from six games and trail heavily in goal difference, having scored eight and conceded eleven, while Stockport have already racked up three victories and boast a healthy +6 goal margin after netting 16 and letting in 10. Historically, the two clubs have met sparingly this season, but the recent form suggests Stockport will enter the fixture as the clear favorites. For Mansfield, a win could be a vital step toward climbing out of the relegation zone, whereas a point for the County would consolidate their push for a top‑six finish. Both sides will be keen to translate their current points haul into momentum as the league race tightens.