Harrogate Town's promotion hopes were dealt a blow as they fell to a 2-0 defeat at home to Notts County in English Football League Two. Two second-half goals from the visitors sealed a comfortable victory at the EnviroVent Stadium, extending Notts County's impressive run of form. The match was goalless at the break, but County took control after the interval, breaking the deadlock with a well-worked team move finished from close range. Harrogate struggled to create clear opportunities, and County put the result beyond doubt with a late strike on the counter-attack. This result sees Notts County solidify their position in the playoff places, while Harrogate Town will be disappointed with a performance that lacked its usual attacking spark. Post-match, the Harrogate manager acknowledged his side was second best, while the Notts County boss praised his team's professional display.