Oldham Athletic kicked off their League Two season with a commanding 2-0 victory over Port Vale, thanks to a brace from Calum Kavanagh. The win leaves the Latics 4th in the table with 3 points from 1 game, having scored 2 goals and conceded none so far this season.
What happened in the match?
The first half was evenly contested, with Mike Fondop having a golden chance after just 90 seconds but heading over. Favour Fawumni was a constant threat, with a 25-yard strike narrowly missing the target. Port Vale had a couple of half-chances but failed to capitalize.
The second half was all Oldham. Kavanagh opened the scoring on the hour mark with a wonderfully worked free-kick set up by skipper Ollie Norburn. The striker then doubled the lead 15 minutes later with a poacher’s finish, sealing a well-deserved victory.
Why it matters for Oldham
This win sends a strong message for the season ahead. Kavanagh’s brace underlines his importance to the team, having focused on his fitness and form over the summer. Skipper Ollie Norburn was also instrumental, running the engine room with grit and determination.
What comes next?
Oldham will look to build on this impressive start when they travel to face Chesterfield on 20th February 2027. Chesterfield currently sit 17th in the table, making this a winnable game for the Latics.
