English
Last-Minute Goal Costs Chesterfield Victory at Prenton Park
Birkenhead, England – In a hard-fought match at Prenton Park, Chesterfield suffered a heartbreaking defeat against Tranmere on matchday 14 of League Two. The game, characterized by physical and tactical play, saw Tranmere dominate possession with 56% compared to Chesterfield’s 44%.
The first half remained scoreless for Tranmere, but an own goal by O. Patrick in the 12th minute gave Chesterfield an early lead. However, the visiting team also accumulated yellow cards for R. Stirk in the 26th minute and C. Dunkley in the 40th minute, indicating growing tension on the field.
Despite both teams seeking scoring opportunities, with Tranmere registering 10 shots (4 on target) and Chesterfield 8 shots (3 on target), the score remained unchanged until added time. In the 90th minute, C. Jennings, assisted by B. Blacker, scored the equalizing goal for Tranmere, sealing the final result.
Tranmere surpassed Chesterfield in shots and possession, although both teams committed the same number of fouls (13). The match ended on a bitter note for Chesterfield, who saw victory slip away in the final moments.
Substitutions chesterfield: at minute 70 J. Berry-McNally came in and D. Duffy went out., at minute 70 L. Mandeville came in and R. Darcy went out., at minute 89 L. Bonis came in and W. Grigg went out.
Substitutions tranmere: at minute 78 J. Davison came in and S. Solomon went out., at minute 78 C. Whitaker came in and T. Harris went out., at minute 78 C. Norman came in and J. Joseph went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Tranmere
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