Our prediction for this League 2 match:
Grimsby
Match Time & Date:
01/01/2024
16:00
Prediction: 1-1
Walsall
As Grimsby and Walsall gear up for their League Two clash in round 26, both teams find themselves in search of consistency. Grimsby, amidst a mixed run of form, seek a stabilizing performance to climb the league ladder. Examining their head-to-head record adds another layer of anticipation, with previous encounters suggesting a closely contested battle. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team.
Walsall, too, have had their share of ups and downs recently, making this fixture unpredictable. Considering the teams' current form and historical matchups, a closely-fought encounter is expected. Both sides possess the potential to cancel each other out, leading to a draw at the final whistle. As the teams look to secure valuable points, fans can anticipate a competitive and a close encounter between Grimsby and Walsall in this League Two showdown. Mathew John Sadler is unlikely to make changes to the team that defeated Wrexham.
Highlighted Team (Grimsby):
Founded back in 1878 as Grimsby Pelham, Grimsby Town are a professional football club that compete in League Two, the English fourth tier. Grimsby Town welcome their opponents at Blundell Park, the stadium which has the capacity of 9,027 people (all seated).
The Pilgrims are well known for their black jerseys with white stripes, whilst blue is the dominant colour of their away kit. Grimsby Town made it to the FA Trophy final on two occasions (2012/13, 2015/16), but they have yet to win the title in the competition. The likes of Hull City and Scunthorpe United are regarded as the club’s main rivals.
The Pilgrims registered their biggest win on September 4, 1925, as they crushed Tranmere Rovers 8-0. Speaking of their heaviest loss, Grimsby Town were beaten by Arsenal 9-1 on January 28, 1931. Pat Glover is sitting in top position in the club’s all-time goal-scoring chart with 180 league goals on his account.
