The excitement of EFL League One continues this weekend with Matchday 27, featuring a packed schedule of thrilling fixtures. From promotion battles to crucial clashes at the bottom of the table, every game holds significance. In this article, we’ll delve into each match, offering insights and predictions for what promises to be an action-packed round of football.
Shrewsbury Town vs Wrexham
- Kick-off: Thursday, January 16th, 20:00
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- Prediction: 1-2
- I’m going with a 2-1 win for Wrexham against Shrewsbury. It’ll be a tight game, but I think Wrexham’s attack will get the job done. Shrewsbury might put up a fight, especially at home, but Wrexham will take their chances and probably nick it with a late goal.
Blackpool vs Huddersfield Town
- Kick-off: Saturday, January 18th, 12:30
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- Prediction: 0-1
- I’m backing a 1-0 win for Huddersfield against Blackpool. It’ll probably be a scrappy game, but I think Huddersfield’s defense will hold strong, and they’ll nick a goal to take all three points.
Peterborough United vs Leyton Orient
- Kick-off: Saturday, January 18th, 12:30
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- Prediction: 1-1
- I’m going with a 1-1 draw for Peterborough vs. Leyton Orient. Both teams have the quality to score, but I can see them cancelling each other out in what should be a pretty even game.
Northampton Town vs Lincoln City
- Kick-off: Saturday, January 18th, 14:00
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- Prediction: 1-2
- I’m predicting a 2-1 win for Lincoln against Northampton. It’ll be a close match, but I think Lincoln will have the edge and find a winner to take all three points on the road.
Birmingham City vs Exeter City
- Kick-off: Saturday, January 18th, 15:00
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- Prediction: 3-1
- I’m going for a 3-1 win for Birmingham against Exeter. Birmingham’s quality up front should shine through, and while Exeter might grab a goal, I think Birmingham will be too strong overall.
Bristol Rovers vs Barnsley
- Kick-off: Saturday, January 18th, 15:00
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- Prediction: 0-2
- I’m predicting a 2-0 win for Barnsley against Bristol Rovers. Barnsley’s attack should have enough to break through, and I can see their defense keeping things solid at the back for a clean sheet.
Rotherham United vs Charlton Athletic
- Kick-off: Saturday, January 18th, 15:00
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- Prediction: 1-1
- I’m going with a 1-1 draw for Rotherham vs. Charlton. Both teams have the ability to find the net, but I think they’ll end up sharing the points in what should be a fairly balanced game.
Reading vs Stockport County
- Kick-off: Saturday, January 18th, 15:00
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- Prediction: 2-1
- I’m predicting a 2-1 win for Reading against Stockport. It’ll likely be a hard-fought game, but I think Reading will just edge it with a bit more quality in the final third.
Stevenage vs Wigan Athletic
- Kick-off: Saturday, January 18th, 15:00
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- Prediction: 0-1
- I’m going for a 1-0 win for Wigan against Stevenage. It’ll probably be a tight game, but I think Wigan will grab the decisive goal and hold on for the win.
Mansfield Town vs Wycombe Wanderers
- Kick-off: Saturday, January 18th, 15:00
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- Prediction: 2-2
- I’m predicting a 2-2 draw for Mansfield vs. Wycombe. Both teams are capable of scoring and I can see them both pushing for goals, so I think it’ll end up being a high-scoring draw.
Bolton Wanderers vs Cambridge United
- Kick-off: Saturday, January 18th, 15:00
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- Prediction: 2-1
- I’m backing a 2-1 win for Bolton against Cambridge. Bolton’s attack should be too much for Cambridge to handle, but I think Cambridge will grab a goal to make it a close one.
Crawley Town vs Burton Albion
- Kick-off: Saturday, January 18th, 15:00
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- Prediction: 0-0
- I’m going for a 0-0 draw between Crawley and Burton. It’s shaping up to be a tight, defensive game with both teams struggling to break each other down, so I can see it finishing goalless.
