Rochdale AFC Secures 2-0 Victory Against Oldham Athletic

Rochdale AFC lifted themselves off the foot of the League Two table with a 2-0 victory against Oldham Athletic in their Greater Manchester derby on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The win marks a significant turnaround for Rochdale, who have struggled in the league this season.

The home side took an early lead just seven minutes into the match. A well-placed cross from Charlie Tasker found Dan Moss, who finished emphatically by driving the ball into the roof of the net. Oldham's Mike Fondop had a chance to equalise shortly after, but he missed an open goal after a mistake from Rochdale goalkeeper Nils Ramming, sliding the ball wide of the post.

Oldham continued to press for an equaliser, with Kane Drummond delivering a dangerous ball across the face of goal that eluded both Fondop and substitute Calum Kavanagh. However, it was Rochdale who struck again in the 62nd minute. A long kick from Oldham's goalkeeper Matt Hudson was intercepted by Baba Adeeko, who headed the ball forward for Dajaune Brown. Brown then advanced into the penalty area, side-stepped a defender, and scored with a powerful shot into the bottom corner.

This victory is particularly notable for Rochdale, as it marks Oldham's first league derby defeat to them in a decade. The result not only boosts Rochdale's morale but also provides a much-needed three points as they aim to climb further up the League Two standings. The next fixtures for both teams will be crucial as they look to improve their positions in the league.