Oldham Athletic suffered a 3-1 defeat to Huddersfield Town in a behind-closed-doors friendly, despite Mike Fondop's goal. The Latics, who finished 10th in League Two last season with 68 points, were looking to build match fitness ahead of the new campaign.
What happened in the friendly?
The game remained scoreless at halftime, but Huddersfield broke the deadlock seven minutes after the break through Tom Iorpenda. Fondop equalized for Oldham in the 74th minute, but the hosts struck twice late on through Dylan Tawdozera and Michael Onyeka to secure the win.
Why it matters for Oldham
This friendly comes after Oldham's 3-0 win over Accrington Stanley in their last match of the 2025 season. With a goal difference of +16 last season, the Latics will be looking to improve defensively ahead of the new campaign. Manager Micky Mellon will be pleased with Fondop's goal but may have concerns about the late defensive lapses.
What comes next for Oldham?
Oldham will continue their pre-season preparations as they look to build on their 10th-place finish last season. With 18 wins, 14 draws, and 14 losses in 2025, the Latics will be aiming for a stronger finish this time around. Their recent form shows two wins in the last five matches, ending the season on a high.
