MATCH PREVIEW: Chesterfield 2 (9th) vs Slazengers 2 (4th)
Venue: St Mary’s Catholic High School, Chesterfield
Pushback: 1:00 PM, Saturday
Competition: YNE Peak & Wold Men’s Division 1

Chesterfield Men’s 2s welcome Slazengers 2s to St Mary’s Catholic High School this Saturday in what promises to be a crucial clash at both ends of the table. With the season entering its final stages, Chesterfield are fighting to secure safety, while for Slazengers to have any chance at 2nd place in the league, they need a strong finish.

Chesterfield’s Fight for Safety
Sitting in 9th place, Chesterfield have found form at the right time, picking up seven points from their last three games. Wins over Huddersfield Dragons and Doncaster, followed by a draw against Sheffield 4s last weekend where they could have taken all 3 points, have given the squad renewed confidence. A victory here would be another massive step towards securing their league status and continuing their upward momentum.

With home advantage and recent performances showcasing resilience and quality, Chesterfield will be eager to prove they can compete with the division’s stronger sides.

Slazengers’ Mixed Form Since Christmas
Despite sitting in 4th place with 31 points, Slazengers have had an unpredictable run of form in 2025. They have showcased their attacking prowess with dominant wins over Lindum 4s (4-0), Doncaster (6-1), and Huddersfield (6-0), but their inconsistency has been evident in defeats to Sheffield Bankers 4s (2-1) and Lindum 3s (4-0), as well as a 1-1 draw against Barnsley.

While they remain a dangerous side, their results suggest they can be frustrated if Chesterfield apply pressure and remain disciplined defensively.

Previous Meeting: A Close Battle
When these two sides met earlier in the season, Chesterfield put in one of their strongest performances, twice taking the lead in a thrilling 3-3 draw away at Slazengers. That match proved that Chesterfield have the ability to go toe-to-toe with high-flying opposition, taking the lead on two occasions in the match, and they will be looking to use that experience to push for all three points this time around.

The Stakes
For Chesterfield, this is another huge opportunity to put daylight between themselves and the teams below them. A win would not only boost their survival hopes but also send a statement to the rest of the league about their recent resurgence. For Slazengers, it’s a chance to regain consistency.

With both teams having plenty to play for, this promises to be a hard-fought contest. Chesterfield will need to be at their best, but with home support behind them and recent form on their side, they will believe they can take another crucial step towards safety.

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