Walsall Strengthen Top Spot with Hard-Fought Win at Oldham Athletic

League Leaders Continue Winning Streak

Walsall pulled four points clear at the top of Sky Bet League Two with a 1-0 victory at Oldham on 10 December 2025. The result extends the Saddlers’ impressive run to five consecutive wins in league and cup competitions, cementing their position as serious promotion contenders.

The match at Boundary Park showcased Walsall’s dominance as league leaders, whilst Oldham Athletic remained in 17th position, highlighting the gulf in class between the two sides this season.

Kanu’s Clinical Finish Seals Victory

The decisive moment came in the 27th minute when Oldham wing-back Luke Hannant’s wayward backpass was intercepted by Daniel Kanu who raced clear and rounded goalkeeper Matt Hudson to slot home his 10th goal of the season. The striker’s clinical finishing has been instrumental in Walsall’s success, with the Sierra Leone international on loan from Charlton having bagged four goals in as many matches.

Oldham came agonisingly close to taking the lead when Joe Quigley bent a shot from outside the box which struck the inside of a post, rolled along the goalline and somehow stayed out. Despite creating opportunities, Latics could not do enough to test Myles Roberts and Walsall ran out 1-0 winners.

Impressive Away Form Continues

The Saddlers have the best away record in the division as this was their sixth victory on their travels. This remarkable consistency on the road has been a key factor in their title challenge, demonstrating manager Mat Sadler’s ability to prepare his team for hostile environments.

The victory came after Walsall arrived at Boundary Park boasting a four-game winning run, whilst Oldham were looking to get back on track after suffering back-to-back defeats in league and cup. For the home side, it was a disappointing night as they suffered a third straight loss in league and cup, leaving them dangerously close to the relegation zone.

Significance for League Two Title Race

With a four-point cushion at the summit, Walsall have established themselves as favourites for automatic promotion. Their blend of attacking prowess and defensive solidity has proved too much for most League Two opponents this season. For Oldham, the focus must shift to survival as they battle to avoid slipping further down the table in what promises to be a challenging campaign.