Salford City
- Karl Robinson has installed a possession-based system since his appointment in January 2024 that has seen Salford City build from the back and play a structured 4-3-3 system.
- In their most recent match, Salford City recorded a 2-0 away victory against a struggling Tranmere Rovers, but they were also beaten 0-1 at home by Chesterfield two weeks ago.
- Salford City are sitting in sixth place in League Two with 52 points from 29 games and are well placed to secure a playoff spot come the end of the season.
- Ryan Graydon has been in prolific form in the league this season, netting nine times in 29 appearances, and his movement allows Salford’s midfield engine to function efficiently.
- Salford City have a strong home record in League Two (W8, D2, L4), conceding an average of just 1.21 goals per game.
Newport County FC
- Newport County FC are in 23rd place in the table with just 21 points from 30 matches.
- However, results have been inconsistent for the Exiles, winning one, drawing one and losing three of their last five League Two matches.
- Newport’s most recent three games have seen them lose 3-0 away to Bristol Rovers and 0-2 at Swindon Town.
- Courtney Baker-Richardson has been a revelation, scoring four goals in 20 appearances.
- He has been used well by Newport County this season, often utilising the direct play and set piece opportunities to score.
Head-to-Head
Salford City have won three of their last five games against Newport County FC , including a 1-0 away win earlier this season.
Key Players
- Ryan Graydon has been in prolific form in the league this season, netting nine times in 29 appearances.
- Courtney Baker-Richardson has been a revelation, scoring four goals in 20 appearances.
Betting Insights
- Robinson’s men should control this game and, in my opinion, have the best chance of securing the win here.
- Salford City are heavy favorites at 1.34 to win, and Newport County FC are major underdogs at 7.7, but the odds available for Over 2.5 goals look short at 1.53.
- The bet that stands out here is Salford to win and under 2.5 goals.
- Newport County’s defensive leaders will need to hold firm to resist waves of pressure from the home team, and with them conceding an average of two per game on their travels this term, I am confident that Salford will be able to grab all three points on Tuesday.
Prediction
I am confident that Salford City will be able to grab all three points on Tuesday.
