Walsall are targeting a playoff push but have been inconsistent, averaging 0.80 points per game over their last 10 matches. As both Walsall and Newport County are likely to adopt a cautious approach in Saturday's game, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Saddlers struggle at home with 0.20 PPG, scoring just 0.40 goals per match while conceding 1.60, reflecting a leaky defense and poor finishing. Defender Harry Williams is out, but recent goalless draw with Cambridge shows they can grind out results when needed. Their xG of 1.20 versus xGA of 1.26 signals they’re creating chances but also vulnerable.
Newport County are fighting relegation and rely on steady away form (1.40 PPG). The Exiles average 1.00 goals per away match, conceding 1.00, showing defensive discipline but limited scoring output. Their expected goals of 0.72 away versus xGA 1.85 suggests they may struggle to create clear-cut opportunities at Walsall.
H2H favors draws: 7 of 14 meetings ended level, highlighting a tight matchup. As both sides are low-scoring at home/away, we are tempted to bet on Under 2.5 goals, with additional value on Half-Time Draw and Draw.
This League 2 match will be played on Saturday 21 March 2026 at 15:00.
What is our Walsall vs Newport County prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Walsall 1 - 1 Newport County
Walsall vs Newport County Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-1 @ 600 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ 100 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -1200 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -350 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals @ -134 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -300 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Daniel Kanu @ 125 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Daniel Kanu @ 375 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Newport County +1 @ -160 Odds
- European Handicap: Tie - Zaragoza -3 @ 400 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: X2 @ 110 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: X (Draw)/X (Draw) @ 400 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Walsall - No @ -150 Odds
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View OfferWalsall Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lldlwlllwd | 0.80 |
| Home | lllld | 0.20 |
| Away | ldwlw | 1.40 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 0% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.30 | 2.00 | 2.60 |
| Scored | 0.90 | 0.40 | 1.40 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 1.60 | 1.20 |
| BTTS | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 50% | 60% | 40% |
| Expected Goals | 1.20 | 1.13 | 1.27 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.26 | 1.23 | 1.29 |
Newport County Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dllwldwlwl | 1.10 |
| Home | dlwll | 0.80 |
| Away | llwdw | 1.40 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 20% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.00 | 2.00 | 2.00 |
| Scored | 0.90 | 0.80 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 1.10 | 1.20 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Expected Goals | 1.03 | 1.34 | 0.72 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.59 | 1.34 | 1.85 |
Walsall vs Newport County Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Walsall (21%)
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