As the Mariners prepare for another crucial clash with Chesterfield, recent meetings between the two sides suggest supporters could be in for a fiercely competitive encounter.

Fixtures between the two clubs have consistently delivered intensity, fine margins and memorable moments, with both sides enjoying spells of dominance across recent seasons. With plenty on the line once again, history shows this is a fixture that rarely lacks drama.

Sky Bet League Two
Grimsby Town 1-1 Chesterfield
18th January 2025 | Blundell Park

Earlier this season, the sides shared the points in a competitive and hard-fought contest in freezing conditions.

Town made a bright start and took the lead through Jordan Davies, who fired home after good work from Jason Svanthorsson.

Chesterfield responded strongly and levelled before the break as Tom Naylor headed home from a corner.

The second half was more cagey, with fewer clear-cut chances, although the Mariners came closest to finding a winner but were ultimately forced to settle for a point.

National League
Chesterfield 1-4 Grimsby Town
2nd April 2022 | Technique Stadium

One of the most memorable encounters between the sides came during Town’s promotion push, as the Mariners produced a stunning comeback performance in Derbyshire.

After falling behind early on, spectacular strikes from John McAtee and Gavan Holohan turned the game on its head in the first half.

Harry Clifton added a third shortly after the break before Ryan Taylor sealed an emphatic victory late on, sparking jubilant scenes among a packed away end.

FA Cup Second Round
Chesterfield 0-2 Grimsby Town
2nd December 2018 | Proact Stadium

The Mariners also enjoyed cup success on their last visit to Chesterfield in the FA Cup.

After weathering early pressure, Town took the lead through Charles Vernam, who reacted quickest from a corner.

Harry Clifton doubled the advantage in the second half to secure a comfortable victory and send the Mariners into the third round.

Sky Bet League Two
Grimsby Town 0-1 Chesterfield
15th November 2025 | Blundell Park

The most recent meeting in Cleethorpes proved to be a frustrating afternoon for the Mariners, who fell to a narrow defeat despite long spells of control.

Town dominated much of the first half and created several opportunities but were unable to find the breakthrough before the interval.

The game’s turning point came early in the second half when goalkeeper Christy Pym was shown a red card for bringing down Lee Bonis outside the area.

Despite being reduced to ten men, the Mariners continued to push forward, but Chesterfield eventually made their advantage count when Harvey Rodgers inadvertently turned Dilan Markanday’s cross into his own net.

Meetings between Grimsby Town and Chesterfield have consistently provided drama, tight contests and memorable moments for supporters.

With another huge game on the horizon, the Mariners will be aiming to draw on those past successes and deliver a performance to match.

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