Barnet
- Barnet have won two, drawn two and lost just one of their last five fixtures.
- Barnet are unbeaten in three coming into this mid-table clash with 12th-placed Crewe Alexandra, who have drawn their last two with Bromley and Colchester United respectively.
- Dean Brennan’s Bees play a high-tempo game with wing-backs that get forward and work together in a high press.
- Kabongo Tshimanga is their main outlet, getting 6 goals in 25 games in League Two and two of the club’s last four, and Barnet will be desperate for the marksman to keep his form going on home turf.
Crewe Alexandra
- Crewe Alexandra have won just four of their 14 away games in League Two this season (D3, L7).
- Lee Bell’s Crewe Alexandra have a strong central presence and build much of their attacks through the midfield.
- The double pivot system ensures that they are not caught out on the break while giving them the platform to control the tempo and dictate the play.
Head-to-Head
There’s no major head-to-head history to speak of.
Key Players
- Kabongo Tshimanga is their main outlet, getting 6 goals in 25 games in League Two and two of the club’s last four.
- Calum Agius has added some bite with two of Crewe’s last six goals.
- Emre Tezgel continues to provide a consistent goal threat with eight in 21.
Betting Insights
- The Bees are the betting favorites here at 1.77, with Alex 4.35.
- Both Teams To Score is set at 1.94, which looks like good value given recent scoring by both sides.
- Crewe have scored 18 goals in 14 away games this season, so they have a knack for finding the net on the road.
- Barnet have conceded 18 in 14 home games, so they are breachable but can also hold firm under pressure.
Prediction
Barnet have the better form and home advantage, and we think they can nick this match-up in an intriguing fixture that will be a test of style and momentum .
