Latics up to 16th after easing past rock-bottom Maidstone

Latics beat Maidstone 2-0

Latics moved up to 16th in the National League table after easing to a 2-0 victory against rock-bottom Maidstone.

The outcome was rarely in doubt as David Unsworth's side moved themselves six points clear of the drop zone.

Mark Shelton's first Latics goal helped his side to this latest victory.

Shelton, signed from Hartlepool in January, struck in the first half.

Midfielder Shelton collected Ben Tollitt's quick free-kick and fired past Maidstone goalkeeper Dan Barden at his near post in the 20th minute.

Maidstone, now winless in 11 league games, went close to an equaliser when George Fowler headed over, but Latics made the game safe in stoppage-time as forward Alex Reid scored on the break.

Latics are back in action on Tuesday (21st) when they travel to Gateshead.

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