Mansfield Town fans delighted with Stockport win as call made for ‘different class’ star to be given new contract
Mansfield Town secured a big win on the road against promotion-seeking Stockport County on Tuesday, and fans were delighted with the display.
After a goalless first half, Stags secured a big three points at Edgeley Park courtesy of a lone Tyler Roberts goal. The striker came off the bench and made an immediate impact to put his side in front, as he replaced Joe Gardner.
Roberts’ goal came just after the hour mark and Mansfield saw out the clash to deny Stockport a way back in, ending their opponents’ seven-game unbeaten run in the process. County remain fifth in the League One table after their loss but after Stevenage and Luton Town both won their fixtures on Tuesday, there is a big risk of them slipping outside the play-off bracket, should they drop more points during their final three games of the season.
As for Stags, they have already mathematically secured their safety in League One and can enjoy these final fixtures. The win against Stockport puts them up to 58 points, with three games left to play and a maximum final total of 67 up for grabs.
Stags fans respond to Mansfield Town win over Stockport
Mansfield Town fans were pleased with their side’s result in Greater Manchester and made their feelings known on social media.
Replying to Stags’ full-time post on X, one supporter applauded the team for an ‘amazing win’ on the road.
Another replied: “Magnificent win. Possibly the best all round performance of the season. Defensively superb. A bit unlucky not to win by more but that was a really brilliant team/squad display and so enjoyable to watch.”
A third fan focused on Roberts’ goal-scoring performance and urged the club to reward him with a new contract. The striker signed a permanent deal with Stags in February until the end of the season and the fan is eager to see him extend his stay at the One Call Stadium.
“Great result that is, shame it doesn't mean much. Get Tyler Roberts a new contract, don't care if he can only play half the games, he's worth it. Just a different class.”
Another supporter praised Roberts on Stags’ full-time Facebook post, commenting: “Let’s see what Roberts can do in the last three games. The man is absolute class if he can keep fit.”
Mansfield Town will now turn their attention to facing Huddersfield Town on Saturday, before their final two fixtures against Peterborough United and Cardiff City.