League Two Predictions

Swindon

Swindon

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

22 August 2026

15:00

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Cheltenham

Cheltenham

County Ground will host an intriguing League Two clash between Swindon Town and Cheltenham Town, with both sides looking to build on their respective opening-day results. Swindon played out a goalless draw with Northampton and will be desperate to find their attacking rhythm after scoring just 1.00 goal per game across their last 10 matches. The Robins have been more effecti ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 August 2026 at 15:00

Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

22 August 2026

15:00

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Barnet

Barnet

Shrewsbury will be aiming to record their first win of the season when they welcome Barnet in League Two round two. The Shrews suffered a 2-0 defeat to Tranmere in their opener despite registering 15 goal attempts and 1.28 xG, suggesting that the attacking process was better than the final scoreline indicated. Shrewsbury have been considerably stronger at home recently, winn ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 August 2026 at 15:00

Rotherham

Rotherham

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

22 August 2026

15:00

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York City

York City

After suffering a 2-1 defeat to Cheltenham in their season opener, Rotherham United will look to get back on course when they face York City on Saturday afternoon. The Millers had plenty of attacking intent in their opener, registering 19 goal attempts and 2.03 xG, but ultimately came away empty-handed. They are generally a real force at home, although their recent numbers a ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 August 2026 at 15:00

Rochdale

Rochdale

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

22 August 2026

15:00

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Crawley

Crawley

Rochdale will be eager to make amends for a disappointing League Two opener when they welcome Crawley Town. The newcomers suffered a 3-0 defeat to Newport County on the road and will now be hoping to produce a much-improved display in front of their home supporters. Rochdale have won 50% of their last 10 home matches, although they have conceded 1.75 goals per game during th ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 August 2026 at 15:00

Port Vale

Port Vale

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

22 August 2026

15:00

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Tranmere

Tranmere

Following a 2-0 loss to Oldham, Port Vale will be looking to bounce back when they welcome Tranmere Rovers in League Two round two. The Valiants struggled in front of goal in their opener and have now failed to score in 60% of their last 10 matches. Their home numbers are even more concerning, with Port Vale scoring just 0.25 goals per game across their last four home fixtur ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 August 2026 at 15:00

Fleetwood

Fleetwood

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

22 August 2026

15:00

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Gillingham

Gillingham

Fleetwood will be looking to maintain their perfect start to the campaign when they welcome Gillingham in League Two round two. Following a 1-0 EFL Cup win over Chesterfield, the Cod Army defeated the same opponents in their league opener, showing strong defensive resilience. Fleetwood have lost only twice in their last 10 matches and have scored in all of their last five. K ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 August 2026 at 15:00

Exeter

Exeter

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

22 August 2026

15:00

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Accrington

Accrington

Exeter and Accrington face each other at St James Park in what should be an interesting League Two encounter. The Grecians will be looking to recover from a 1-0 defeat to Grimsby after managing only 0.75 xG in their season opener. Samuel, Gordon, and Edwards are all pushing for a starting berth as Exeter look to improve their attacking output. The hosts have won just one of ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 August 2026 at 15:00

Crewe

Crewe

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

22 August 2026

15:00

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Northampton

Northampton

Crewe will be looking to build on a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Crawley when they welcome Northampton in League Two round two. Josh March scored the winner in stoppage time to give the Railwaymen a winning start, and they will be hoping to maintain that momentum on home soil. Crewe have won 50% of their last 10 home matches, while BTTS landed in 67% of those games. Experien ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 August 2026 at 15:00

Colchester

Colchester

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

22 August 2026

15:00

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Oldham

Oldham

Saturday’s football game at Colchester Community Stadium pits together Colchester and Oldham in what should be a close League Two encounter. Colchester played out a 2-2 draw with Accrington in their opener, showing good character after their EFL Cup defeat to Southampton. The U’s have won four of their last 10 matches and average 1.30 goals per game during that run. Key ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 August 2026 at 15:00

Walsall

Walsall

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

22 August 2026

12:30

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Grimsby

Grimsby

Walsall will try to build on an impressive 3-0 victory over Gillingham when they welcome Grimsby in League Two round two. The Saddlers scored all three goals late in the game and will be hoping for another strong attacking display. Isaac Moore is pushing for a starting role after scoring as a substitute against Gillingham, while Harry Williams remains sidelined. Walsall's ho ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 August 2026 at 12:30

Salford

Salford

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

22 August 2026

12:30

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Chesterfield

Chesterfield

Salford City will be aiming to get back on course when they take on Chesterfield in League Two round two. As Salford do not seem to be at their sharpest, we predict a 1-0 away win. The Lions suffered a 3-1 defeat to Barnet in their opener despite registering 14 goal attempts and enjoying 54% possession. Salford have been strong at home recently, losing only one of their last ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 August 2026 at 12:30

Bristol Rovers

Bristol Rovers

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

22 August 2026

12:30

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Newport County

Newport County

Bristol Rovers and Newport County face each other in League Two round two, with the hosts looking to bounce back from an entertaining opening-day defeat. Bristol Rovers suffered a 3-2 loss to York City despite producing 1.89 xG, and they have generally been in excellent form, winning seven of their last 10 matches. The Gas have also won 80% of their last 10 home games, while ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 August 2026 at 12:30

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
21 August 2026 • 09:34 UTC • 1 min read
League Two Predictions

Weekly League Two Betting Tips

Below you’ll find our weekly League Two tips across the most popular football betting markets, including Correct Score, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), Over/Under 1.5 Goals, Total Shots on Target, and Match Result.

League 2 Betting Tips

MatchBetting tips
BarnetBarnetCheltenhamCheltenham29/08/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Port ValePort ValeCreweCrewe29/08/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
RotherhamRotherhamChesterfieldChesterfield29/08/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
ColchesterColchesterRochdaleRochdale29/08/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
CrawleyCrawleyBristol RoversBristol Rovers29/08/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
GillinghamGillinghamNorthamptonNorthampton29/08/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
GrimsbyGrimsbyFleetwoodFleetwood29/08/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Newport CountyNewport CountyTranmereTranmere29/08/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
OldhamOldhamSwindonSwindon29/08/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
ShrewsburyShrewsburySalfordSalford29/08/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WalsallWalsallAccringtonAccrington29/08/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
York CityYork CityExeterExeter29/08/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw

League Two Betting Stats and Data

To guide your League Two betting tips and decisions, FootballPredictions.com compiles five years of historical League Two statistics. These long-term records provide the foundation for our weekly League Two predictions across the key EFL betting markets.

League 2 Stats (2026/2027)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.42
Away Teams 1
Total (Combined) 2.42
37.2 min/Goal (58 Goals in 24 matches)
67% Clean Sheets (16 times out of 24 matches)
46% Both Teams Scored (11 times out of 24 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 50%
Draw 25%
Away Win 25%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 88%
Over 1.5 67%
Over 2.5 46%
Over 3.5 21%
Over 4.5 8%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 13%
Under 1.5 33%
Under 2.5 54%
Under 3.5 79%
Under 4.5 92%
EFL League Two Match Stats (2026/2027)
Shots Per Match 25.21
Shots / Match (Home) 13.08
Shots / Match (Away) 12.13
Fouls Per Match 24.5
Fouls / Match (Home) 12.17
Fouls / Match (Away) 12.33
Offsides Per Match 3.95
Players Participated 478

League 2 Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Barnet 2 2 0 0 6 2 +4 6 WW
2 Crewe Alexandra 2 2 0 0 2 0 +2 6 WW
3 Walsall 2 1 1 0 3 0 +3 4 WD
4 Tranmere Rovers 2 1 1 0 3 1 +2 4 WD
5 Fleetwood Town 2 1 1 0 1 0 +1 4 WD
6 Grimsby Town 2 1 1 0 1 0 +1 4 WD
7 Swindon Town 2 1 1 0 2 1 +1 4 DW
8 Colchester United 2 1 1 0 4 3 +1 4 DW
9 York City 2 1 1 0 4 3 +1 4 WD
10 Exeter City 2 1 0 1 2 1 +1 3 LW
11 Oldham Athletic 2 1 0 1 3 2 +1 3 WL
12 Newport County 2 1 0 1 6 5 +1 3 WL
13 Bristol Rovers 2 1 0 1 7 6 +1 3 LW
14 Chesterfield 2 1 0 1 1 1 0 3 LW
15 Crawley Town 2 1 0 1 2 2 0 3 LW
16 Cheltenham Town 2 1 0 1 3 3 0 3 WL
17 Northampton Town 2 0 1 1 0 1 -1 1 DL
18 Rotherham United 2 0 1 1 2 3 -1 1 LD
19 Port Vale 2 0 1 1 1 3 -2 1 LD
20 Accrington Stanley 2 0 1 1 2 4 -2 1 DL
21 Gillingham 2 0 1 1 0 3 -3 1 LD
22 Salford City 2 0 0 2 1 4 -3 0 LL
23 Rochdale 2 0 0 2 1 5 -4 0 LL
24 Shrewsbury Town 2 0 0 2 1 5 -4 0 LL

League 2 Results

Date Match
22/08/2026, 11:30 Salford City 0 - 1 Chesterfield
22/08/2026, 11:30 Walsall 0 - 0 Grimsby Town
22/08/2026, 11:30 Bristol Rovers 5 - 3 Newport County
22/08/2026, 14:00 Exeter City 2 - 0 Accrington Stanley
22/08/2026, 14:00 Fleetwood Town 0 - 0 Gillingham
22/08/2026, 14:00 Rotherham United 1 - 1 York City
22/08/2026, 14:00 Swindon Town 2 - 1 Cheltenham Town
22/08/2026, 14:00 Shrewsbury Town 1 - 3 Barnet
22/08/2026, 14:00 Port Vale 1 - 1 Tranmere Rovers
22/08/2026, 14:00 Colchester United 2 - 1 Oldham Athletic
22/08/2026, 14:00 Rochdale 1 - 2 Crawley Town
22/08/2026, 14:00 Crewe Alexandra 1 - 0 Northampton Town

League 2 Fixtures

Date Match
29/08/2026, 11:30 Port Vale - Crewe Alexandra
29/08/2026, 11:30 Barnet - Cheltenham Town
29/08/2026, 12:00 Rotherham United - Chesterfield
29/08/2026, 14:00 Shrewsbury Town - Salford City
29/08/2026, 14:00 Grimsby Town - Fleetwood Town
29/08/2026, 14:00 Colchester United - Rochdale
29/08/2026, 14:00 York City - Exeter City
29/08/2026, 14:00 Walsall - Accrington Stanley
29/08/2026, 14:00 Gillingham - Northampton Town
29/08/2026, 14:00 Oldham Athletic - Swindon Town
29/08/2026, 14:00 Newport County - Tranmere Rovers
29/08/2026, 14:00 Crawley Town - Bristol Rovers

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