Notts County suffered a disappointing 1-2 defeat at the hands of Salford City on 09/08/2025 11:30 at the first match at Meadow Lane this season. The match was filled with intense moments, including a total of 6 yellow cards and 21 fouls committed by both teams.
The first goal was scored by Adebola Oluwo of Salford City in the 35th minute. Notts County's players were booked with yellow cards in the 40th, 55th, and 90+2 minutes. Salford City also received yellow cards in the 43rd, 44th, 59th, and 82nd minutes.
In the 58th minute, Kelly N'Mai of Salford City scored the second goal, assisted by Joshua Austerfield. Notts County made several substitutions, including Jodi Jones and Oliver Norburn in the 62nd minute, and Matthew Dennis in the 63rd minute. Jayden Luker scored Notts County's only goal in the 71st minute, just minutes after entering the field in place of Jodi Jones.
Salford City made three substitutions in the 77th minute, replacing Thomas Edwards, Benjamin Woodburn, and Kyrell Malcolm with Rosaire Longelo-Mbule, Oliver Turton, and Jay Bird, respectively. Notts County's final substitution was in the 84th minute, replacing Keanan Bennetts with Tyrese Hall.
Match statistics show that Notts County had 57% ball possession, with 10 total shots, 3 shots on goal, and 4 blocked shots. Salford City had 43% ball possession, with 11 total shots, 5 shots on goal, and 3 blocked shots.
Salford City's performance was commendable, with their two goals and 7 corner kicks. However, Notts County's determination and fighting spirit were evident throughout the match but unfortunately this did not convert to a winning performance.
Notts County's next fixture is against Barrow on 16/08/2025 14:00 at SO Legal Stadium. Notts' first win in what will be the 3rd match of the season would be an important 3 points - not only for the table, but the team and the fans.
COYP!