Accrington ST suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat against Fleetwood Town in a thrilling Lancashire derby on April 13, 2026, at Wham Stadium. The match started with Fleetwood Town taking an early lead through Mark Helm, who scored with a header from Ethan Ennis' precise cross. Throughout the first half, Fleetwood controlled the game and created several scoring opportunities, putting Accrington ST under pressure. However, the hosts responded well after halftime, with Josh Woods leveling the score shortly after the break. As the second half progressed, both teams fought fiercely for the winning goal. In a dramatic finish, Fleetwood Town clinched the victory with a stoppage-time goal from Esapa Osong, who found the net from close range. This loss was a tough blow for Accrington ST as they aimed to secure crucial points in their league campaign.