Rochdale 0-1 Oldham Athletic
Mike Fondop scored the only goal to give Oldham victory in the Lancashire derby against Rochdale.
Fondop headed home from Tom Pett's cross in the 18th minute to secure the visitors all three points at Spotland.
Rochdale were unable to fashion an equaliser and goalkeeper Sam Waller had to produce a superb save from substitute Josh Kay to prevent the Latics doubling their lead.
The win lifted Oldham to fourth in the National League table and left Rochdale in seventh on goal difference.
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