Peterborough Stuns Stockport with a Rain-Soaked 2-0 Win
Tonight at the Weston Homes Stadium, Peterborough United delivered a performance that few would have predicted given their position in League One. Facing second-placed Stockport County, who had been enjoying one of their best starts in decades with 28 points from 15 games, Peterborough, second from bottom, pulled off an impressive 2-0 victory under the guidance of their new manager, Luke Williams.
The match got off to a lightning-fast start. Within the first six minutes, Peterborough was ahead. A slick move saw H. Leonard find B. Woods, who skillfully steered the ball into the net, putting the home side in front. The early goal seemed to set the tone for the rest of the half, as Stockport struggled to find their rhythm. Despite having slightly more possession at 51.7%, Stockport were largely ineffective, managing just one shot inside the first 35 minutes.
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Peterborough doubled their advantage just before the half-hour mark. A scrappy sequence in the Stockport penalty area ended with Kyrell Lisbie reacting quickest to hammer home a rebound after Jimmy-Jay Morgan’s initial shot was saved by Ben Hinchliffe. The goal was a deserved reward for the Posh’s persistent pressure and sharp attacking play, and it sent the home fans into a frenzy, singing even as sleet began to fall over the pitch.
Stockport’s night was made even more challenging after an early injury to Kyle Wootton, their captain and key striker, who had to leave the pitch briefly with a head injury. Despite their best efforts, the visitors were unable to create meaningful chances, with just two shots for the entire match and none on target. In contrast, Peterborough created seven opportunities, three of which tested Hinchliffe in goal.
The tactical impact of Luke Williams was evident. Peterborough looked confident in possession, completing 78.9% of their passes, while Stockport struggled with accuracy at 71.1%. Defensively, the Posh were solid, winning two-thirds of their tackles and clearing 16 balls, keeping Stockport from finding any rhythm.
This result is a huge boost for Peterborough, marking their fourth win in the past seven league games and maintaining Luke Williams’ perfect record in all competitions since taking charge. Meanwhile, Stockport’s strong start to the season faces a minor stumble, and manager Dave Challinor will likely be looking for adjustments in their next match.
Historically, Peterborough has struggled against Stockport, having failed to win either league meeting last season. But tonight, that trend was decisively overturned. In a dramatic, rain-soaked contest, Peterborough proved that even against the league leaders, resilience and sharp execution can turn the tide. For fans of the Posh, this victory is more than three points—it’s a statement that their team can rise above expectation when it matters most.
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