Match Report
The table read 3rd (Cambridge United, 82 pts) against 4th (Salford City, 81 pts), 1 points apart. Cambridge United's recent output lagged their position: 8th on form over five rounds while 3rd in the table. In league terms the two rates read 1.43/0.72 for Cambridge United and 1.33/1.11 for Salford City (scored/conceded per game); the competition average is 1.29.
Cambridge United had not lost in 8 games. Momentum sat with Salford City, winners of their last four, having scored in 9 consecutive games.
Across 5 recorded meetings, Cambridge United have 1 win to Salford City's 3, with 1 draw, at 2.6 goals per meeting. History points to goals: 60% of the meetings had three or more.
The venue was Abbey Stadium, with room for 10,847 spectators. On the scoreboard, it was 0-0 at the break; 1 second-half goal set the final 1-0.
Goal scorers
Cambridge United: James Gibbons (49')
Key stats
Possession: Cambridge United 44% · Salford City 56% · Total shots: 13-9 · On target: 7-3 · Corners: 5-3