Our prediction for this League 2 match:
Forest Green and Stockport County square off against each other at The New Lawn in what is expected to be an interesting League Two game. The Green Army failed to impress in back-to-back defeats to Sutton and Doncaster, with the team obviously struggling in front of goal and, as a result, they are seen as underdogs in Friday’s clash. Even though there are no fresh injury concerns in the home team, Fankaty Dabo could sneak into the starting XI.
The Hatters, meanwhile, aim to build on a thrilling 5-0 win over MK Dons. Stockport County defeated Forest Green in the first half of the season and, taking everything into account, we predict that the promotion hopefuls are going to emerge triumphant in the New Lawn showdown as well. Dave Challinor is unlikely to make changes to the team that rolled over MK Dons 5-0 at the weekend.
Highlighted Team (Forest Green):
Forest Green are an English club which was founded back in 1889. The Rovers host fellow League Two teams at the New Lawn, the stadium with the capacity of 5,302. Forest Green played their first home league game on October 6, 1889, with the team sharing the spoils with Brimscombe.
Green is the dominant colour of their home kit, and Forest Green footballers wear black shirts and black shorts when playing on the travels. In the 1981/82 season the club won the FA Vase, with the team beating Rainworth Miners Welfare 3-0 in the title game at Wembley Stadium.
It has to noted that town of Nailsworth, where Forest Green are based, is the smallest settlement to ever host a Football League club. In December 2012 the club won a prize for growing a field without using chemicals. cheltenham town are regarded as one of the club’s fiercest rivals.