Our prediction for this League 2 match:
Walsall and Carlisle, the two teams who are level on points in the League Two standings, face each other at Bescot Stadium in what is expected to be an interesting clash. Walsall are ten points clear of the relegation zone, meaning that they would be happy with one point from Friday’s encounter. We are positive that the hosts will adopt a cautious approach this time out. Perry is widely expected to replace Kinsella in the starting XI as the later limped off with injury in a 1-0 loss to Rochdale.
The Cumbrians should be happy with the share of spoils as well, and, taking everything into account, punters from all around the globe can find value in betting on draw. As for the visiting side, both Sho-Silva and Roberts are pushing for a start. It has to be noted that under 2.5 goals have been netted in each of the previous three meetings between the two sides in the English fourth tier.
Highlighted Player (Magnus Norman ):
Magnus Norman is a talented goalkeeper who plays for Carlisle United in the League Two, the fourth tier of the English football system. Born in London on January 19, 1997, Norman is a product of his hometown club Fulham.
Despite being a Fulham player from 2014 to 2020, the shot-stopper did not see any game action with the Cottagers at senior level. After spending a couple of years on loan at the likes of Farnborough, Hayes and Yeading United, Southport, and Rochdale, he signed a two-year deal with Carlisle United on August 7, 2020.
Magnus Norman represented England at under-18 youth level, but he has yet to receive a call-up for the senior team. The Carlisle United goalkeeper made his debut with the club in an EFL Trophy clash against Sunderland on October 6, 2020. The Black Cats won the game 5-3. Magnus Norman wears the No. 1 shirt at Carlisle United.
Highlighted Team (Carlisle):
Founded in May 1904, Carlisle United are a professional football club that have one of the biggest stadiums in the League 2. Brunton Park is the club’s home ground, and it can hold up to 18,202 spectators. When playing at Brunton Park Carlisle United footballers wear blue shirts and blue shorts, while their away kit is sky blue.
The Cumbrians maintain a rivalry with Workington And Barrow, but it has to be noted that the two clubs have not met in the Football League since the 1970s. Carlisle United won their first Football League Trophy in the 1996/97 season, with the team beating Colchester United 4-3 on penalties.
The Cumbrians repeated the success 14 years later (2010/11) as they defeated Brentford 1-0, thanks to Peter Michael Murphy’s goal. Carlisle United recorded their biggest win against Hartlepool United (8-0) on September 1, 1928, with the team suffering their heaviest defeat to Hull City (1-11) on January 14, 1939.