League One Predictions

Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Bristol Rovers

Bristol Rovers

Portsmouth will look to kickstart the new League One campaign in great manner when they take on Bristol Rovers on Saturday afternoon. The Pompey are eager to make amends for the unsuccessful 2022/2023 season where they failed to reach the playoffs and we are positive that they will go all guns blazing at the Pirates. The signings of Will Norris, Conor Shaughnessy, Christian ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Northampton

Northampton

Prediction:
0-0

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Stevenage

Stevenage

The 2023/23 League One season kicks off with an exciting clash as Northampton Town, the newcomers, take on Stevenage at Sixfields Stadium. The Cobblers will be eager to make a strong first impression and will look to summer signing Tyrece Simpson, who showcased his potential at Huddersfield last season, to spearhead their attack. On the other hand, Stevenage have bolstered t... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Wigan

Wigan

Expect and earthquake shake at Pride Park when Derby County and Wigan Athletic square off against each other in the opening match of the season. The Rams are seen as one of the main candidates for promotion and they will surely rely on summer signing Conor Washington in Saturday’s encounter. Winger Nathaniel Mendez-Laing will be yet another man to watch in the home team. <... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Charlton

Charlton

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Leyton Orient

Leyton Orient

A highly-anticipated League One round 1 encounter awaits as Charlton Athletic and Leyton Orient clash in what promises to be a closely contested match at The Valley. Both teams have made key summer signings, adding depth and talent to their squads. For Charlton, new additions Lloyd Jones and Tayo Edun will be players to keep an eye on, as they aim to make an immediate impact... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Carlisle

Carlisle

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Fleetwood

Fleetwood

Brunton Park will host Saturday’s season opener between Carlisle United and Fleetwood Town, who meet for the first time in the League One. The Cumbrians were producing fine performances in preseason, but they head into the match following a 2-0 loss to Scottish side Dundee United. A man to watch in the home team will be centre-forward Sean Maguire, who joined the club from... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Cambridge United

Cambridge United

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Oxford United

Oxford United

There will be fireworks when Cambridge United and Oxford United, bitter local rivals, collide in a highly anticipated derby at the Abbey Stadium. Both teams have made notable summer signings, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this fiercely contested clash. Cambridge United boast the talents of new arrivals Jordan Cousins and Sullay Kaikai, who are expected to inject creat... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Bolton

Bolton

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Lincoln

Lincoln

Promotion hopefuls Bolton will look to make a flying start to their League One campaign when they welcome Lincoln to University of Bolton Stadium on Saturday. The Trotters produced a thrilling offensive display in a 4-3 pre-season win over WBA, which is surely giving fans a reason for optimism ahead of the visit of Lincoln. A man to keep an eye on in the home team will be ne... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Blackpool

Blackpool

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Burton

Burton

As the League One 2023/24 season kicks off, Blackpool and Burton Albion are set to deliver a thrilling round 1 showdown at Bloomfield Road. Blackpool are hungry to make a statement after their relegation from the Championship, and their newly acquired signings, Matthew Pennington and Albie Morgan, are poised to make an immediate impact. The duo's presence adds strength to Bl... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Barnsley

Barnsley

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Port Vale

Port Vale

Oakwell will be the centre of attention as Barnsley kick off the 2023/2024 League One campaign with a home match against Port Vale. The Tykes aim to build on a pre-season win over Crewe and electrifying atmosphere at the stadium can surely help them pick up all three points from the opener. New signing Andy Dallas is likely to make his official Barnsley debut against Port Va... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Barnsley

Barnsley

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

29 May 2023

15:00

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Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Championship promotion will be at stake when Barnsley and Sheffield Wednesday square off against each other at Wembley Stadium in the League One playoffs final. The Tykes proved their worth in the double-header against Bolton, but they will have a big fish to fry in the decider. With no fresh injury worries to report, boss Michael Duff is unlikely to make changes to the team... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 May 2023 at 15:00

Barnsley

Barnsley

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

19 May 2023

20:00

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Bolton

Bolton

A place in the League One playoffs final will be at stake when Barnsley and Bolton go head to head at Oakwell on Friday evening. The two teams played out a 1-1 draw in the first leg, but the Tykes are seen as favourites to win the reverse fixture. Captain Mads Andersen has overcome his injury, while experienced forward James Norwood is pushing for a start after coming as a s... Read More...

This match will be played on 19 May 2023 at 20:00

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

18 May 2023

20:00

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Peterborough

Peterborough

Sheffield Wednesday will look to make a miracle at Hillsborough when they take on Peterborough in the League One playoffs semis, return leg. The Owls were hammered by the Posh (0-4) at Weston Homes Stadium and, as a result, they face an uphill task in the reverse fixture. Lee Gregory is pushing for a start after overcoming his injury as well as Reece James. Darren Moore is l... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 May 2023 at 20:00

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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
BlackpoolBlackpoolBurtonBurton28/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
ExeterExeterLeyton OrientLeyton Orient28/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away 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: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WycombeWycombePort ValePort Vale28/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WiganWiganLeyton OrientLeyton Orient02/04/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
DoncasterDoncasterMansfieldMansfield03/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
BlackpoolBlackpoolExeterExeter03/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BradfordBradfordNorthamptonNorthampton03/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
BurtonBurtonBarnsleyBarnsley03/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
HuddersfieldHuddersfieldReadingReading03/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
LincolnLincolnAFC WimbledonAFC Wimbledon03/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
LutonLutonPeterboroughPeterborough03/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PlymouthPlymouthBoltonBolton03/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
RotherhamRotherhamStevenageStevenage03/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Stockport CountyStockport CountyWycombeWycombe03/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
AFC WimbledonAFC WimbledonLutonLuton06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BarnsleyBarnsleyPlymouthPlymouth06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BoltonBoltonStockport CountyStockport County06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
ExeterExeterDoncasterDoncaster06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Leyton OrientLeyton OrientHuddersfieldHuddersfield06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MansfieldMansfieldBurtonBurton06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
NorthamptonNorthamptonWiganWigan06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PeterboroughPeterboroughCardiffCardiff06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Port ValePort ValeRotherhamRotherham06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
ReadingReadingLincolnLincoln06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
StevenageStevenageBlackpoolBlackpool06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WycombeWycombeBradfordBradford06/04/2026, 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 1.11
Total (Combined) 2.61
34.4 min/Goal (1205 Goals in 461 matches)
53% Clean Sheets (245 times out of 461 matches)
52% Both Teams Scored (241 times out of 461 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 23.74
Shots / Match (Home) 13.07
Shots / Match (Away) 10.67
Fouls Per Match 22.85
Fouls / Match (Home) 11.11
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.74
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 39 25 9 5 74 34 +40 84 WWWDW
2 Cardiff City 39 23 8 8 73 41 +32 77 LDWLD
3 Bolton Wanderers 39 17 15 7 55 39 +16 66 WWDDL
4 Bradford City 39 19 8 12 49 44 +5 65 WWLDL
5 Stevenage 38 17 9 12 41 38 +3 60 WLWLW
6 Stockport County 37 17 9 11 51 48 +3 60 LLLWD
7 Plymouth Argyle 39 18 5 16 60 54 +6 59 WWDWW
8 Reading 39 15 13 11 57 51 +6 58 WLDWL
9 Huddersfield Town 39 16 9 14 59 51 +8 57 LWDDL
10 Wycombe Wanderers 39 15 11 13 55 43 +12 56 WLLWL
11 Luton Town 39 15 10 14 52 49 +3 55 LDWWD
12 Peterborough United 38 15 5 18 57 52 +5 50 DDLWD
13 Barnsley 37 13 11 13 59 60 -1 50 WDDDL
14 AFC Wimbledon 38 14 8 16 49 55 -6 50 WWLLD
15 Doncaster Rovers 39 14 8 17 42 59 -17 50 DWDWW
16 Mansfield Town 37 12 13 12 47 41 +6 49 DWDDW
17 Leyton Orient 38 14 6 18 55 62 -7 48 LWWWW
18 Burton Albion 39 12 10 17 44 54 -10 46 DLWLW
19 Wigan Athletic 38 11 12 15 41 51 -10 45 DLWDW
20 Exeter City 39 11 9 19 42 52 -10 42 LLLLL
21 Blackpool 39 11 9 19 46 63 -17 42 DLLWD
22 Rotherham United 38 9 9 20 35 58 -23 36 DLDLL
23 Northampton Town 39 9 8 22 33 56 -23 35 DLLLL
24 Port Vale 37 7 10 20 29 50 -21 31 LDLWL

League 1 Results

Date Match
21/03/2026, 12:30 Luton Town 1 - 1 Stockport County
21/03/2026, 12:30 Cardiff City 0 - 0 Blackpool
21/03/2026, 15:00 Burton Albion 2 - 1 Bradford City
21/03/2026, 15:00 Plymouth Argyle 3 - 1 Huddersfield Town
21/03/2026, 15:00 AFC Wimbledon 1 - 1 Peterborough United
21/03/2026, 15:00 Barnsley 0 - 1 Doncaster Rovers
21/03/2026, 15:00 Leyton Orient 2 - 0 Wycombe Wanderers
21/03/2026, 15:00 Lincoln City 3 - 0 Rotherham United
21/03/2026, 15:00 Mansfield Town 4 - 1 Northampton Town
21/03/2026, 15:00 Port Vale 1 - 0 Bolton Wanderers
21/03/2026, 15:00 Stevenage 1 - 0 Reading
21/03/2026, 15:00 Wigan Athletic 2 - 0 Exeter City

League 1 Fixtures

Date Match
28/03/2026, 15:00 Blackpool - Burton Albion
28/03/2026, 15:00 Bradford City - Plymouth Argyle
28/03/2026, 15:00 Exeter City - Leyton Orient
28/03/2026, 15:00 Reading - Wigan Athletic
28/03/2026, 15:00 Wycombe Wanderers - Port Vale
28/03/2026, 15:00 Stockport County - AFC Wimbledon
14/04/2026, 18:45 Bolton Wanderers - Stevenage
14/04/2026, 18:45 Huddersfield Town - Cardiff City
21/04/2026, 18:45 Doncaster Rovers - Lincoln City
21/04/2026, 18:45 Rotherham United - Luton Town
28/04/2026, 18:45 Northampton Town - Barnsley
28/04/2026, 18:45 Peterborough United - Mansfield Town

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