League One Predictions

Wycombe

Wycombe

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2025

15:00

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Northampton

Northampton

Wycombe will be aiming to recover from a 2-1 loss to Peterborough United when they take on Northampton Town in the League One round 9. The Chairboys defeated Mansfield 2-0 in their last home game, which is surely fuelling fans with optimism ahead of Northampton’s visit. Midfielder Ewan Henderson is pushing for a recall to the starting XI, while fellow midfielder Josh Scowe... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2025 at 15:00

Stevenage

Stevenage

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2025

15:00

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Exeter

Exeter

Following a 1-1 draw with Mansfield, Stevenage will look to return to winning ways in the League One when they host Exeter City to their Lamex Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Boro aim to keep their 100% record at home intact and they are likely to go all guns blazing at the Grecians. Jake Young remains in the recovery room, but there are no suspended players in the home t... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2025 at 15:00

Rotherham

Rotherham

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2025

15:00

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Stockport County

Stockport County

Rotherham United will be aiming to bounce back from a 2-1 loss to AFC Wimbledon when they face Stockport County in the League One round 9. The Millers continue with their old habit of producing fine performances at home, while struggling on the travels and they are surely capable of matching the Hatters at home. Bear in mind, though, that all Hatton, Holmes, Nombe, Raggett, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2025 at 15:00

Reading

Reading

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2025

15:00

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Leyton Orient

Leyton Orient

Reading and Leyton Orient take on each other at Select Car Leasing Stadium in what is expected to be a close League One encounter. The Royals aim to recover from a 3-2 loss to Barnsley and you should know that they defeated Port Vale 1-0 in their last home game. Both Paudie O’Connor and Andy Yiadom are expected to miss out with injuries for the home side.

The O’s... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2025 at 15:00

Port Vale

Port Vale

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2025

15:00

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Mansfield

Mansfield

Vale Park will host Saturday’s football game between Port Vale and Mansfield Town. The Valiants quickly bounced back from a 3-2 loss to Leyton Orient, with the team beating Exeter City 2-0 on the road and they now aim to keep on climbing the standings. Defender Ben Heneghan is rated doubtful for the home side after limping off with injury in the last league match, with Jes... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2025 at 15:00

Plymouth

Plymouth

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2025

15:00

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Peterborough

Peterborough

High-flying Plymouth will be aiming to extend their winning run to four games in all competitions when they face Peterborough in the League One round 9. The Pilgrims have been scoring goals for fun of late and we predict that they will stick to their attacking style of play in Saturday’s encounter. Bear in mind, though, that defender Joe Edwards is banned for the hosts, wh... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2025 at 15:00

Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2025

15:00

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Burton

Burton

Huddersfield Town will be aiming to recover from a 3-1 loss to Bradford City when they face Burton Albion in the League One round 9. The Terriers aim to keep their 100% record at home intact and we predict that they will adopt an attack-oriented approach against Burton. As first-choice goalkeeper Owen Goodman remains on the sidelines through suspension, Lee Nicholls will kee... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2025 at 15:00

Doncaster

Doncaster

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2025

15:00

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AFC Wimbledon

AFC Wimbledon

Doncaster Rovers will be aiming to recover from a 3-0 loss to Wigan Athletic when they face AFC Wimbledon in the League One round 9. The Donny are on a three-game winning run at home and they are seen as favourites to win Saturday’s clash as well. Glenn Middleton is pushing for a start after coming off the bench in the last league match, while there are no fresh injury con... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2025 at 15:00

Cardiff

Cardiff

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2025

15:00

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Bradford

Bradford

Top position in the League One standings will be at stake when Cardiff City and Bradford City square off at Cardiff City Stadium on Saturday. The Bluebirds have been a real force in front of their home fans this season, boasting a perfect record on their own patch. Their defensive solidity, combined with quick transitions in the final third, has made them one of the most con... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2025 at 15:00

Lincoln

Lincoln

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2025

12:30

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Luton

Luton

Lincoln City will be aiming to extend their impressive run when they host Luton Town at Sincil Bank on Saturday afternoon. The Imps are enjoying a nine-match unbeaten streak in all competitions, showing both resilience at the back and discipline in midfield. With confidence high in the camp, Michael Skubala’s men will be looking to cause another upset against one of the di... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2025 at 12:30

Bolton

Bolton

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2025

12:30

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Wigan

Wigan

Bolton play host to Wigan Athletic at their Toughsheet Community Stadium on day 9 of the new League One campaign. The Trotters have been showing signs of improvement of late, with the team rolling over AFC Wimbledon 3-0 at home, while sharing the spoils with Leyton Orient on the road. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team ahead of Wigan’s visit. Bolton boss St... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2025 at 12:30

Blackpool

Blackpool

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

20 September 2025

12:30

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Barnsley

Barnsley

After rolling over Barrow 5-0 in the EFL Trophy, Blackpool will look to return to winning ways in the League One when they face Barnsley on Matchday 9. The Seasiders are stuck in the relegation zone with only four points on their account, btu the midweek triumph will surely help the team regain a much-needed confidence. Scottish midfielder Scott Banks is pushing for a start ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 September 2025 at 12:30

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
23 February 2026 • 23:37 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
BradfordBradfordRotherhamRotherham24/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BurtonBurtonStockport CountyStockport County24/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
NorthamptonNorthamptonPort ValePort Vale24/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Leyton OrientLeyton OrientBarnsleyBarnsley28/02/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
NorthamptonNorthamptonPeterboroughPeterborough28/02/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
DoncasterDoncasterCardiffCardiff28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
ExeterExeterBoltonBolton28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
LincolnLincolnBlackpoolBlackpool28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
MansfieldMansfieldAFC WimbledonAFC Wimbledon28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Port ValePort ValeLutonLuton28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
ReadingReadingBradfordBradford28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
RotherhamRotherhamPlymouthPlymouth28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
StevenageStevenageStockport CountyStockport County28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WiganWiganHuddersfieldHuddersfield28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WycombeWycombeBurtonBurton28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw

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 1.52
Away Teams 1.1
Total (Combined) 2.62
34.4 min/Goal (1016 Goals in 388 matches)
53% Clean Sheets (206 times out of 388 matches)
52% Both Teams Scored (203 times out of 388 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 23.57
Shots / Match (Home) 13.09
Shots / Match (Away) 10.48
Fouls Per Match 22.93
Fouls / Match (Home) 11.12
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.81
Offsides Per Match 3.82
Players Participated 778

League 1 Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Cardiff City 33 21 6 6 64 36 +28 69 DWWWL
2 Lincoln City 33 20 8 5 59 31 +28 68 WWDWW
3 Bolton Wanderers 34 15 13 6 45 33 +12 58 WWDDD
4 Stockport County 32 16 8 8 46 38 +8 56 WWDLW
5 Bradford City 32 16 7 9 41 36 +5 55 WLWWL
6 Huddersfield Town 34 15 7 12 55 45 +10 52 WDLLW
7 Reading 33 12 12 9 48 43 +5 48 LWWDD
8 Stevenage 32 13 9 10 35 34 +1 48 LLWWL
9 Wycombe Wanderers 33 12 11 10 46 36 +10 47 DWLDW
10 Luton Town 33 13 7 13 42 40 +2 46 WWLLD
11 Plymouth Argyle 33 14 4 15 49 49 0 46 LLWWW
12 Peterborough United 34 14 3 17 49 48 +1 45 WWLLD
13 AFC Wimbledon 32 12 6 14 39 46 -7 42 WWDLW
14 Exeter City 32 11 8 13 37 34 +3 41 LDDDD
15 Barnsley 30 11 8 11 50 52 -2 41 DLDWL
16 Mansfield Town 31 10 9 12 37 35 +2 39 DDLLL
17 Doncaster Rovers 32 11 6 15 36 51 -15 39 LWLWW
18 Blackpool 33 10 7 16 40 50 -10 37 LDLWD
19 Leyton Orient 32 10 6 16 43 53 -10 36 LLDLW
20 Burton Albion 32 9 9 14 35 46 -11 36 DLDWD
21 Wigan Athletic 32 8 10 14 34 46 -12 34 LLLWL
22 Northampton Town 33 9 7 17 30 45 -15 34 DWDLL
23 Rotherham United 31 8 7 16 32 46 -14 31 WWLLL
24 Port Vale 30 5 8 17 24 43 -19 23 WLDLD

League 1 Results

Date Match
21/02/2026, 12:30 Plymouth Argyle 5 - 2 Cardiff City
21/02/2026, 12:30 Rotherham United 1 - 2 Doncaster Rovers
21/02/2026, 12:30 Wycombe Wanderers 3 - 1 Stevenage
21/02/2026, 15:00 Luton Town 1 - 1 Burton Albion
21/02/2026, 15:00 AFC Wimbledon 3 - 1 Bradford City
21/02/2026, 15:00 Bolton Wanderers 2 - 2 Blackpool
21/02/2026, 15:00 Stockport County 4 - 2 Wigan Athletic
21/02/2026, 15:00 Huddersfield Town 2 - 1 Barnsley
21/02/2026, 15:00 Mansfield Town 0 - 2 Lincoln City
21/02/2026, 15:00 Northampton Town 1 - 2 Leyton Orient
21/02/2026, 15:00 Peterborough United 3 - 3 Exeter City
21/02/2026, 15:00 Port Vale 1 - 1 Reading

League 1 Fixtures

Date Match
28/02/2026, 12:30 Leyton Orient - Barnsley
28/02/2026, 12:30 Northampton Town - Peterborough United
28/02/2026, 15:00 Wigan Athletic - Huddersfield Town
28/02/2026, 15:00 Rotherham United - Plymouth Argyle
28/02/2026, 15:00 Doncaster Rovers - Cardiff City
28/02/2026, 15:00 Exeter City - Bolton Wanderers
28/02/2026, 15:00 Lincoln City - Blackpool
28/02/2026, 15:00 Mansfield Town - AFC Wimbledon
28/02/2026, 15:00 Reading - Bradford City
28/02/2026, 15:00 Port Vale - Luton Town
28/02/2026, 15:00 Wycombe Wanderers - Burton Albion
28/02/2026, 15:00 Stevenage - Stockport County

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