Scott Lindsey is happy with York City's unbeaten start to the Sky Bet League Two season. The head coach's side have taken four points from their opening two matches, placing them sixth in the table as reported by the York Press this week.
York City's return to the Football League began with a thrilling 3-2 victory over promotion-tipped Bristol Rovers at a sold-out LNER Community Stadium. They followed that up with a hard-earned 1-1 draw away at Rotherham United in a Yorkshire derby. The club's current league standing of sixth, with four points from a win and a draw, reflects a positive opening phase.
How has York City adapted to League Two?
Adapting to a higher level was the immediate challenge after winning the National League title in April. The opening fixtures provided a stern test. Bristol Rovers are considered strong contenders for promotion, while Rotherham were playing two divisions above York just last season before their relegation. Securing a result at Rotherham's ground, backed by almost 2,500 travelling supporters, was a significant early statement. Nine of the eleven starters in that match were part of the title-winning squad, with new additions Alfie McNally and Harry Boyes slotting into the lineup.
What experience does Scott Lindsey bring?
Lindsey replaced Stuart Maynard as head coach, a change that initially disappointed many fans. He brings specific experience to the role, having managed over 200 games at League Two level. "This division, I’m experienced at it now, I’ve done over 200 games at this level," Lindsey said. That background appears to be serving York well in their early tactical setups. His previous role ended with a dismissal from Crawley Town last season, making this fresh start at York an important career moment.
What do the early statistics show?
The underlying numbers from the first two games support the positive results. York have scored four goals and conceded three, giving them a +1 goal difference. This attacking output will be encouraging as they look to maintain their early form. You can track the team's progress throughout the season on our stats page. Their current position also puts them just two points behind early leaders Barnet in the nascent title race.
What comes next for York City?
The immediate focus is building on this solid foundation. The squad, largely familiar from last season's success, has shown it can compete. Maintaining consistency will be key as the season progresses and the fixture list evolves. Fans can look ahead to the next challenges by viewing the upcoming fixtures. The early returns suggest Lindsey's team is well-equipped for the league, and continuing to pick up points will be the objective to stay in the top half of the standings.
