Grimsby Town and Oldham Athletic Share Boxing Day Spoils in League Two Stalemate

Boxing Day Clash Ends Goalless at Blundell Park

Grimsby Town and Oldham Athletic battled to a 0-0 draw on Boxing Day at Blundell Park, a result that reflected the current struggles of both League Two sides. The match, played before a passionate home crowd, saw both teams create chances but ultimately fail to find the breakthrough needed for victory.

Mariners’ Winless Run Continues

The stalemate proved particularly frustrating for Grimsby Town, as the Mariners’ winless run in the league continued for a ninth game. The hosts faced League Two’s best defence, which has conceded just 17 league goals this term. Despite creating several opportunities throughout the match, including Kieran Green having a goal chalked off in the first three minutes for a tight offside, David Artell’s side couldn’t break through Oldham’s solid defensive structure.

Oldham’s Defensive Resilience Earns Point

For Oldham Athletic, the draw represented another clean sheet and valuable point on the road. The Latics registered their 10th clean sheet in League Two this season, demonstrating why they possess the division’s strongest defence. The visitors had their own chances, with Drummond unlucky to have one cleared off the line in the 86th minute. However, striker Michael Mellon pulled up just 11 minutes into the second half and was helped off on a stretcher with what is believed to be a hamstring injury, dampening their attacking threat.

What This Result Means

The draw keeps both teams in mid-table proximity in League Two, with just goal difference separating them in the table. For Grimsby, the pressure continues to mount as they search for their first league victory since late October. Manager David Artell acknowledged the difficulty of the task, noting that while chances were created, the quality and composure needed to finish them was lacking. For Oldham, maintaining their defensive record whilst away from home provides a solid foundation, though concerns now centre on Mellon’s injury and its potential impact on their attacking options in the busy festive period ahead.