Salford Vs Stockport Prediction
Salford City come into this game with no injury concerns and a fully fit squad. They are also boosted by their most recent league win away at Stevenage.
The last league two home game for Salford saw them lose 1-0 to Gillingham. Cheye Alexander scored the only goal for the visitors.
Salford
Salford City were formed during the Second World War, and they have a long history of success in the Manchester region. They have won the League Two title on six occasions, and they have also won the FA Trophy twice in their history. They are currently in the third tier of English football, and they have a good chance of reaching the League One play-offs.
They lost 0-1 to Gillingham in their last game, and Cheye Alexander scored the only goal for the visitors. Salford City have shown defensive frailty recently, and they need to improve their defense. They have conceded 8 goals in their previous 6 matches.
The team is coached by Neil Wood, who has won four league titles with his clubs. He is a great coach and has a good track record against Stockport County, winning two of the last three meetings. Salford City have had a decent home record this season, with 35 points from 23 games at the Peninsula Stadium. However, they have won only one of their last four games at home, and that was against 23rd-placed Hartlepool.
Salford City will be looking to improve their defensive record when they face Stockport County in the League Two play-off semi-finals. They have only allowed one goal at home in their last five games, and they will be hoping to keep that streak going in the first leg of the semi-final.
Both teams have scored in their last five league games, and the match will likely end in a draw. However, both teams are unlikely to score in the first half.
The average number of goals in a game between Salford and Stockport is 2 goals per match, and both teams have scored in the last two meetings. In the past eight meetings between these two sides, BTTS has occurred in seven of those games. This match is a must-watch for any fan of English football.
Stockport
The town of Stockport, in Greater Manchester, England, is home to many businesses. These range from fashion stores and jewellery shops to supermarkets and restaurants. Many of these businesses have been in operation for years and provide a variety of products and services to their customers. In addition, the town is a major transportation hub, with several railway stations and airports.
Stockport has a very strong industrial heritage and was an important centre for the production of chemicals and textiles during the Industrial Revolution. The town has a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II-listed Stockport War Memorial and a former cotton mill. The area also attracts many tourists and is famous for the work of Mancunian artist, L S Lowry.
During the early days of the Industrial Revolution, Stockport’s industry grew rapidly, with many factories opening up to produce chemicals and textiles. Today, the town is still a major manufacturing and distribution centre. However, many of the older factories are now converted into shopping centres or offices.
As a result, the population of the town has grown significantly over the past few years. In 2010, the town had a population of over 100,000, making it one of the largest in Greater Manchester. The town has 21 electoral wards, each with three councillors. In 1986, the Greater Manchester County Council was abolished and replaced with the Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council.
The town is located in the North West of England and has a lower cost of living than the national average. It has a high rate of employment, particularly among 16-64 year olds. It also has a higher proportion of self-employment than the national average and is home to the Redrock leisure and entertainment complex.
Salford City and Stockport County meet in the first leg of their League Two play-off semi-final on Saturday afternoon at the Peninsula Stadium. Both teams finished the regular season strongly, with Salford coming close to automatic promotion and the Hatters narrowly missing out on a top-three finish. Both teams have won in their previous meetings this season, with the last meeting ending in a 1-1 draw at Edgeley Park in March.
Team news
Salford City’s players drew inspiration from their previous encounter with Stockport County this season as they fought back to a 1-0 win in the first leg of their League Two play-off semi-final. The Ammies are seeking to reach the third tier of English football for the first time since 2009-10, while the Hatters are hoping to return to League One for the first time since 2008.
Salford started strongly and could have taken the lead after 16 minutes when Elliot Watt curled in a cross from the right. Ryan Croasdale was well-positioned to head the ball in but he sent the effort over the bar.
The home side continued to dominate and had several good chances, including a header from Luke Bolton that dipped just over the bar, but they couldn’t find a second before half-time. The first half was punctuated by a burst of crowd trouble close to the interval and Ben Hinchliffe had to make a smart save from a Stevie Mallan free kick.
Stockport’s attack was limited but they came closest to an equaliser on 71 minutes when Connor Lemonheigh-Evans thumped the rebound off the bar after his initial shot had been parried by Alex Cairns. It was a disappointing end to an excellent season for Dave Challinor’s side who finished three places above the Ammies.
The glamour of being part-owned by the Class of 92 might not be what it was when Ryan Giggs and Nicky Butt were on the pitch, but Salford ground out a deserved victory to give them a 1-0 advantage going into the second leg at Edgeley Park next Saturday. It was the Ammies’ first victory at The Peninsula Stadium and the slender lead will provide hope for a Wembley date against Bradford City or Carlisle United.
The Ammies won their first game under new manager Mark Stott too. The former Manchester United midfielder replaced Chris Powell following the club’s relegation from League One last summer. He is hoping to lead the team to promotion in his first season as boss. The Ammies are now 11th in the table.
Prediction
The match between Salford City and Stockport County will be played at the Peninsula Stadium in England. Sports Mole gives its prediction of this League Two game, including a look at both teams’ recent form and statistics. The article also examines the head-to-head record between the two sides, as well as some other key facts to consider for this match.
Salford City will be looking to improve on their poor display in their last outing at home when they drew with Gillingham. The Ammies are still in with a chance of reaching the third tier of English football, but they will have to brush off the rustiness if they are going to prove that they deserve their place in the play-offs.
They are the division’s best away side, having won 30 of their 46 games on the road this season. That is the highest number of points they have earned outside their home ground since their return to the Championship. Salford City have a strong squad with several players capable of scoring goals. They should be able to find the net against Stockport’s weak defence.
Stockport have conceded 1 goal on average in their home league matches this season. This is a big improvement on their previous home games which saw them conceding 3 goals in each of those matches. Their defence has been a major strength for the club, but they need to be more clinical in front of goal.
The game between the two sides will be a close one, with both teams having chances to score in the match. The last 8 Salford City home games have all seen BTTS Yes, which is good news for those betting on this match. Both teams will be eager to secure a spot in the play-offs and a win in this match will give them the boost they need. The game is scheduled to kick-off at 20:00 BST. The match will be televised on BBC Radio Manchester and Sky Sports, with commentary from former Manchester United star Gary Neville. You can also follow the action live on the official website of the BBC.
