Crawley Town (home team)
- Crawley Town have won one of their last five in League Two (W1, D3, L1).
- Crawley Town have averaged 1.30 goals scored and 1.30 conceded per home game in League Two this season.
- Kazim-Richards’ team have been steady at home, going unbeaten in their last three outings (W1, D2).
- Crawley Town are 21st with 34 points from 40 matches.
Grimsby Town (away team)
- Grimsby Town have won three of their last five League Two matches, and are on back-to-back wins.
- Grimsby Town sit in eighth place with 62 points from 38 games.
- Artell has overseen a remarkable transformation since his November 2023 appointment, instilling his high-energy pressing mentality on the club and making them a matchup nightmare.
- Artell’s Grimsby Town have scored six goals and conceded just one in their last two League Two games, the most recent of which was a 5-0 home thumping of Barrow.
Head-to-Head
- The last head-to-head between these sides saw Grimsby win 3-0 at home in League Two.
- The Red Devils have beaten Grimsby Town in two of the last three meetings.
- Crawley have drawn eight and lost seven of their 20 home games this season, which suggests an away win is possible.
Key Players
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Key players to watch:
- Jaze Kabia - has scored 12 goals in 38 games in the fourth tier and leads the line.
- Kieran Green - scored three of their last ten, adding quality and power from midfield.
- Harry McKirdy - Crawley Town's top scorer in League Two this season with six goals from 28 appearances.
Betting Insights
- Given Grimsby Town’s recent form and tactical cohesion, the 2.15 odds for an away victory look tempting.
- Crawley’s mixed home record (many draws and several defeats) reduces the home-edge.
- Grimsby’s attacking surge and compact defence make them a value bet on the road.
Prediction
Back Grimsby Town to win - the visitors look likeliest to edge this one and 2.15 offers good value.
