Rochdale
- Rochdale sit 2nd in the National League table on 27 points from 10 games and have title credentials, while Halifax Town have had a much more modest start to the campaign, coming into this matchup in ninth place with 18 points from 12. However, our Rochdale vs Halifax Town prediction sees a much closer contest given recent form.
- Rochdale have a perfect five-game home record.
- Rochdale have scored an average of 2.60 goals per game at home in the National League this season.
Halifax Town
- The Shaymen have won 3, drawn 1 and lost 3 of their 7 away games.
- Halifax Town have won two and lost one of their last three away matches.
Head-to-Head
These sides have split the last four meetings, with each side winning once and two draws, and the 0-0 draw in Halifax in December had all the hallmarks of a classic ‘tough game’.
Key Players
- Emmanuel Dieseruvwe (7 goals in 8 National League games) is Rochdale’s talisman and has scored 4 of their last 9 league goals.
- Halifax, on the other hand, has benefited from a collective goal scoring effort during their current surge and David Kawa leads the line with 3 goals in 11 National League matches.
Betting Insights
- The home team are therefore rightful favourites at 1.59, although Halifax are a good price for an underdog at 5.2.
- We are going with the Over 2.5 goals market at 1.71, which seems favorable for both teams given their recent scoring output. For those looking for extra value, this Rochdale vs Halifax Town betting tips section highlights the best markets to consider ahead of the match.
Prediction
We are giving the hosts the edge in this one as they have a superior goal difference and a 100% home record .
