Notts County secured a valuable away point to extend their unbeaten run with a 1-1 draw against Huddersfield Town on Saturday, 5 September 2026. Ollie Cooper's first-half equaliser cancelled out an early opener from Marcus Use at the Accu Stadium.
This result leaves Notts County 12th in the League One table with seven points from five games, having recorded one win and four draws. Their goal difference stands at plus one, having scored seven and conceded six so far this term. The Magpies are now five points behind early leaders Sheffield Wednesday.
Huddersfield started brightly and took the lead in the 12th minute. A long ball over the top found Ashley Fletcher, who beat Notts County goalkeeper James Belshaw. Fletcher then played in Derensili Sanches Fernandes, whose initial shot was blocked. The rebound fell to Marcus Use, who made no mistake from close range. Notts County's response was swift. Just 11 minutes later, a corner caused chaos in the Huddersfield box. Sunderland loanee Matty Young punched the ball clear under pressure, but it fell straight to Ollie Cooper, who tapped in from a few yards out to level the score.
Both teams had chances to win the game after the break. Huddersfield applied consistent pressure without creating many clear-cut opportunities. Notts County, meanwhile, looked dangerous on the counter-attack. The home side's best chance to snatch a late winner came 12 minutes from time, but Ibane Bowat produced a superb last-ditch tackle to deny Luka Smyth a clear shot on goal.
The draw means Notts County's record for the season now reads DDWDD. They have proven difficult to beat, with this being their fourth draw in five outings. Manager Stuart Maynard will be pleased with the character shown to fight back from an early deficit on the road. However, converting these draws into wins will be the next challenge as they aim to climb the standings. The team's defensive solidity, conceding just six goals, provides a strong platform.
Attention now turns to an important home fixture against high-flying Bradford City on Saturday, 12 September 2026. Bradford currently sit fourth in the table, making this a significant test for Maynard's side. A positive result at Meadow Lane could provide the momentum needed to push into the top half. Fans can check the full schedule on our fixtures page. Preparations for that match will focus on finding a sharper edge in the final third, while maintaining the defensive organisation that has served them well so far.
