Pre-match Outlook
Chesterfield manager Paul Cook previewed the club's first Sky Bet League Two away trip to Salford City, scheduled for Saturday afternoon at 12:30pm. Cook began by reflecting on the opening-day defeat to Fleetwood Town, noting the frustration of facing a strong opponent and emphasizing that the team will come back stronger.
Cook on Recent Debutants
Cook highlighted that the team had seven debutants in last week's home match, five starting and two coming on as substitutes. He stressed that new players and new teams need time to gel, a process he believes requires repetition and training rather than immediate results. Cook expressed confidence that the squad has trained well over the week and is ready to face Salford.
Salford's Signings and Support
Cook praised Salford City for signing good players, noting that quality signings are essential for success. He added that Salford will be treated the same way as Fleetwood and Rotherham in terms of match preparation. Cook also mentioned that the Spireites expect to have 1,200 fans in attendance, describing the support as “unbelievably good.”
