League One Predictions

Cardiff

Cardiff

Prediction:
3-0

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

12:30

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Blackpool

Blackpool

Promotion-chasing Cardiff City welcome Blackpool in League One round 39, looking to bounce back from a 2-0 defeat at Wycombe. As Cardiff want this win more than Blackpool, we predict a 3-0 home win. The Bluebirds are without banned defender Gabriel Osho, but their overall form remains solid, winning 50% of their last 10 matches and scoring an impressive 2.3 goals per game. T... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 12:30

Luton

Luton

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

12:30

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Stockport County

Stockport County

Luton Town and Stockport County lock horns in what promises to be an intriguing League One showdown. As Stockport suit Luton, we are tempted to place our bets on 2-1 home win. The Hatters are slightly hampered by injuries to Baptiste and Mengi but come into the game on the back of a thrilling 3-2 win over Exeter City. Their home form is impressive, winning 67% of matches at ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 12:30

AFC Wimbledon

AFC Wimbledon

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

15:00

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Peterborough

Peterborough

AFC Wimbledon take on Peterborough in a League One game between two mid-table sides. As Peterborough suit AFC Wimbledon, we are tempted to bet on 3-1 home win. The Dons are looking to bounce back after a 4-2 defeat to Leyton Orient, with manager Johnnie Jackson having a full squad available. Wimbledon’s home form has been solid, earning 2 points per game at Plough Lane, wh... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 15:00

Barnsley

Barnsley

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

15:00

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Doncaster

Doncaster

Barnsley and Doncaster go head to head in a League One showdown that could be crucial for both sides. As Barnsley aim to keep their playoffs hopes alive, we predict a 2-1 home win. The Tykes come off a 1-1 draw with Wigan, with no fresh injury concerns, and their home form is solid, earning 1.5 points per game at Oakwell while scoring 1.5 goals per home match. They boast a h... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 15:00

Burton

Burton

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

15:00

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Bradford

Bradford

Burton look to get back on course after a 2-1 midweek defeat to Reading, but injuries to Jones, Revan, and Webster limit their rotation options. As both Burton and Bradford struggle offensively, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Brewers have been inconsistent at home, taking 1.20 points per game and scoring just 1.00 goal per home match, though defensively they concede only 0.80 pe... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 15:00

Leyton Orient

Leyton Orient

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

15:00

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Wycombe

Wycombe

Leyton Orient continue searching for consistency despite their entertaining 4-2 win over AFC Wimbledon in midweek. As both Leyton and Wycombe are likely to adopt an attack-minded approach, we predict a 2-2 draw. Injuries to Connolly and Graham limit Leyton's options, and their recent numbers underline why they remain in the lower half. Across their last ten matches, The O's ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 15:00

Lincoln

Lincoln

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

15:00

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Rotherham

Rotherham

League One leaders Lincoln continue to show their promotion credentials, collecting an impressive 2.60 points per game across their last ten matches. As they have been impressive on home soil of late, we predict 2-0 home win. Lincoln's balance has been remarkable—averaging 2.40 goals scored and conceding just 0.50 per match, with 60% clean sheets in that run. Even at home,... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 15:00

Mansfield

Mansfield

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

15:00

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Northampton

Northampton

Mansfield Town continue to struggle for consistency, taking just 1.00 point per game across their last 10 matches and winning only 20% of them. However, we predict a 1-0 home win as Northampton are running down a blind alley. Mansfield's recent 1-1 draw with Bradford showed familiar patterns: the Yellows create enough (xG 1.91 at home) but too often fail to turn chances into... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 15:00

Plymouth

Plymouth

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

15:00

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Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Plymouth return to action full of confidence after a solid 1-0 midweek win over Stevenage, and with no fresh injury concerns they look well prepared for another home test. As the Pilgrims are a real force to be reckoned with at home, we predict a 2-1 home win. Their recent numbers at Home Park are impressive—2.25 points per game and a strong 75% home win rate across the la... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 15:00

Port Vale

Port Vale

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

15:00

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Bolton

Bolton

Port Vale will look to claim a major scalp when they face Bolton in the League One round 39. However, we predict a 2-0 away win as Port Vale suit Bolton. The Valiants head into this clash on uneven form, taking 1.20 points per game across their last 10 matches and losing 3-2 to Blackpool in midweek. At home, their output remains limited, scoring just 0.57 goals per match, wh... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 15:00

Stevenage

Stevenage

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

15:00

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Reading

Reading

Stevenage return to action aiming to respond after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Plymouth, though their home form still makes them dangerous. As Stevenage and Reading seem to be evenly matched at the moment, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Boro have collected 2.40 points per game at Broadhall Way, winning 80% of their last five home matches and keeping 40% clean sheets. Their defensive ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 15:00

Wigan

Wigan

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

15:00

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Exeter

Exeter

Wigan return to DW Stadium after a solid 1-1 draw with Barnsley, though they will be without banned midfielder Callum Wright. As Exeter do not seem to be at their sharpest, we predict a 1-0 home win. Despite inconsistent overall form (1.10 points per game in their last 10), Wigan's home performances remain a key strength. The Latics have taken 1.80 points per game at home, w... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 15:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
19 March 2026 • 22:44 UTC • 1 min read
League One Predictions

Weekly League One Betting Tips

Below you’ll find our weekly League 1 tips across the most important football betting markets, including Correct Score, BTTS, Over/Under 1.5 Goals, Total Shots on Target, and Match Result.

League 1 Betting Tips

MatchBetting tips
CardiffCardiffBlackpoolBlackpool21/03/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 3-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
LutonLutonStockport CountyStockport County21/03/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
AFC WimbledonAFC WimbledonPeterboroughPeterborough21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BarnsleyBarnsleyDoncasterDoncaster21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BurtonBurtonBradfordBradford21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Leyton OrientLeyton OrientWycombeWycombe21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
LincolnLincolnRotherhamRotherham21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MansfieldMansfieldNorthamptonNorthampton21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PlymouthPlymouthHuddersfieldHuddersfield21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Port ValePort ValeBoltonBolton21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 0-2
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
StevenageStevenageReadingReading21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WiganWiganExeterExeter21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
DoncasterDoncasterPort ValePort Vale24/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
BlackpoolBlackpoolBurtonBurton28/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
BradfordBradfordPlymouthPlymouth28/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
ExeterExeterLeyton OrientLeyton Orient28/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
ReadingReadingWiganWigan28/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Stockport CountyStockport CountyAFC WimbledonAFC Wimbledon28/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WycombeWycombePort ValePort Vale28/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win

League One Betting Stats and Data

To support your League One tips and betting decisions, FootballPredictions.com tracks five years of historical League One statistics. These long-term datasets form the foundation of our weekly League One and League Two predictions across major betting markets as well.

League 1 Stats (2025/2026)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.5
Away Teams 1.13
Total (Combined) 2.63
34.2 min/Goal (1178 Goals in 448 matches)
53% Clean Sheets (236 times out of 448 matches)
53% Both Teams Scored (236 times out of 448 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 48%
Draw 24%
Away Win 28%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 95%
Over 1.5 73%
Over 2.5 51%
Over 3.5 27%
Over 4.5 12%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 5%
Under 1.5 27%
Under 2.5 49%
Under 3.5 73%
Under 4.5 88%
EFL League One Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 23.76
Shots / Match (Home) 13
Shots / Match (Away) 10.75
Fouls Per Match 22.91
Fouls / Match (Home) 11.13
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.78
Offsides Per Match 3.83
Players Participated 789

League 1 Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Lincoln City 38 24 9 5 71 34 +37 81 WWWWD
2 Cardiff City 38 23 7 8 73 41 +32 76 WLDWL
3 Bolton Wanderers 38 17 15 6 55 38 +17 66 DWWDD
4 Bradford City 38 19 8 11 48 42 +6 65 LWWLD
5 Stockport County 36 17 8 11 50 47 +3 59 WLLLW
6 Reading 38 15 13 10 57 50 +7 58 WWLDW
7 Huddersfield Town 38 16 9 13 58 48 +10 57 WLWDD
8 Stevenage 37 16 9 12 40 38 +2 57 WWLWL
9 Wycombe Wanderers 38 15 11 12 55 41 +14 56 WWLLW
10 Plymouth Argyle 38 17 5 16 57 53 +4 56 LWWDW
11 Luton Town 38 15 9 14 51 48 +3 54 DLDWW
12 Barnsley 36 13 11 12 59 59 0 50 LWDDD
13 Peterborough United 37 15 4 18 56 51 +5 49 LDDLW
14 AFC Wimbledon 37 14 7 16 48 54 -6 49 DWWLL
15 Mansfield Town 36 11 13 12 43 40 +3 46 DDWDD
16 Leyton Orient 37 13 6 18 53 62 -9 45 LLWWW
17 Doncaster Rovers 37 12 8 17 40 59 -19 44 LLDWD
18 Burton Albion 38 11 10 17 42 53 -11 43 LDLWL
19 Exeter City 38 11 9 18 42 50 -8 42 DLLLL
20 Wigan Athletic 37 10 12 15 39 51 -12 42 WDLWD
21 Blackpool 38 11 8 19 46 63 -17 41 LDLLW
22 Rotherham United 37 9 9 19 35 55 -20 36 WDLDL
23 Northampton Town 38 9 8 21 32 52 -20 35 LDLLL
24 Port Vale 35 6 10 19 28 49 -21 28 WDLDL

League 1 Results

Date Match
17/03/2026, 19:45 Burton Albion 1 - 2 Reading
17/03/2026, 19:45 Bradford City 1 - 1 Mansfield Town
17/03/2026, 19:45 Cardiff City 0 - 2 Wycombe Wanderers
17/03/2026, 19:45 Peterborough United 5 - 0 Rotherham United
17/03/2026, 19:45 AFC Wimbledon 2 - 4 Leyton Orient
17/03/2026, 19:45 Blackpool 3 - 2 Port Vale
17/03/2026, 19:45 Bolton Wanderers 0 - 0 Doncaster Rovers
17/03/2026, 19:45 Huddersfield Town 2 - 2 Lincoln City
17/03/2026, 19:45 Luton Town 3 - 2 Exeter City
17/03/2026, 19:45 Plymouth Argyle 1 - 0 Stevenage
17/03/2026, 19:45 Stockport County 2 - 1 Northampton Town
17/03/2026, 20:00 Barnsley 1 - 1 Wigan Athletic

League 1 Fixtures

Date Match
21/03/2026, 12:30 Luton Town - Stockport County
21/03/2026, 12:30 Cardiff City - Blackpool
21/03/2026, 15:00 Burton Albion - Bradford City
21/03/2026, 15:00 Plymouth Argyle - Huddersfield Town
21/03/2026, 15:00 AFC Wimbledon - Peterborough United
21/03/2026, 15:00 Barnsley - Doncaster Rovers
21/03/2026, 15:00 Leyton Orient - Wycombe Wanderers
21/03/2026, 15:00 Lincoln City - Rotherham United
21/03/2026, 15:00 Mansfield Town - Northampton Town
21/03/2026, 15:00 Port Vale - Bolton Wanderers
21/03/2026, 15:00 Stevenage - Reading
21/03/2026, 15:00 Wigan Athletic - Exeter City

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