Expert Analysis: Shrewsbury Town vs Gillingham FC
As a local resident with a keen eye on football, this match between Shrewsbury Town and Gillingham FC is anticipated to be a tactical battle. Both teams have shown defensive solidity in recent fixtures, which is reflected in the betting odds. The high probability of “Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half” at 93.60% suggests a cautious approach from both sides, likely focusing on maintaining their defensive lines. The likelihood of “Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half” at 86.00% further indicates that Gillingham might struggle to break through Shrewsbury’s defense early on.
Shrewsbury Town
Gillingham FC
(FT)
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 91.00% | (3-3) 3-1 1H 1.18 | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 89.20% | (3-3) | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 90.70% | (3-3) | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 75.70% | (3-3) 0-2 2H 1.30 | |
| Away Team To Score In 2nd Half | 73.50% | (3-3) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 70.50% | (3-3) 1.80 | |
| Draw In First Half | 60.90% | (3-3) 3-1 1H 2.10 | |
| Under 0.5 Goals HT | 60.20% | (3-3) 3-1 1H 2.80 | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 55.30% | (3-3) 1.33 | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 57.20% | (3-3) 2.00 | |
| Over 4.5 Cards | 54.10% | (3-3) | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 56.60% | (3-3) | |
| Yellow Cards | 3.34% | (3-3) | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.56% | (3-3) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 1.36% | (3-3) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.80% | (3-3) | |
| Red Cards | 0.69% | (3-3) |
The prediction for “Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half” at 77.30% implies that the match could remain low-scoring throughout. However, the “Away Team To Score In 2nd Half” at 72.20% presents an opportunity for Gillingham to capitalize on any lapses in Shrewsbury’s defense as the game progresses. The “Under 2.5 Goals” odds at 69.50% align with this expectation of a tightly contested match.
Betting Insights
- Draw In First Half: 60.80%
- Under 0.5 Goals HT: 60.50%
- Over 1.5 Goals: 53.00%
- Both Teams Not to Score: 56.30%
- Over 4.5 Cards: 56.60%
- Under 5.5 Cards: 58.30%
The card predictions suggest a physical game, with “Yellow Cards” expected to be around 2.94 and “Red Cards” at 1.49, indicating potential bookings that could influence the match’s flow. With an average total of goals expected at 3.26 and goals scored by Shrewsbury at 2.56, the match could see some attacking moments despite the defensive trends.
Predictions Summary
In summary, expect a strategic encounter where both teams might prioritize defense over attack, especially in the first half. The second half could see Gillingham pushing harder for goals, but overall, it is likely to remain a low-scoring affair.