Three points will be up for grabs when Oldham Athletic host Bolton Wanderers in the third round of the EFL Trophy at Boundary Park on Tuesday, 11 November 2025.
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Oldham vs Bolton predictions: A low-scoring affair
Key stats
- Fewer than three goals were scored in four of the last five meetings between these teams.
- Bolton Wanderers have won four games in a row.
- Oldham Athletic are currently on a three-game unbeaten run.
Correct score prediction: Oldham 0-2 Bolton
It is fair to note that while Oldham Athletic ply their trade in League Two, they are up against a League One side.
Moreover, Bolton are currently on a four-match winning streak across all competitions. They have two wins in as many EFL Trophy games, scoring four goals while conceding none.
In contrast, Oldham have lost two of two matches in this competition. They also have not been very impressive at home, winning only two of nine matches in all competitions at Boundary Park this season.
Keeping in mind that Oldham have already been eliminated from the EFL Trophy, we are confident that Bolton will win without conceding.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bolton are clear favourites
- HOME: 19/4 (5.75) – 17.4%
- DRAW: 16/5 (4.20) – 23.8%
- AWAY: 8/15 (1.53) – 65.2%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Bolton cruised to a comfortable 4-0 victory over Port Vale last weekend, extending their winning streak to four matches.
Oldham, on the other hand, are coming off a hard-fought 1-0 win at Harrogate Town in a game they finished with 10 men. Micky Mellon's troops have now won back-to-back games for the first time in almost two months.
Ahead of this EFL Trophy skirmish, Bolton are the expected winners at 8/15 (1.53). Teams with these odds generally have a 65.2% probability of winning.
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Also, bearing in mind that four of the last five encounters between these sides went below the 2.5-goal line, under 2.5 total goals has an appealing look at 13/10 (2.30). That one has a 43.5% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: First clash in four years
This will be the first encounter between Oldham Athletic and Bolton Wanderers since March 2021, and their sixth meeting in just over a decade.
Bolton have narrowly led the H2H in those clashes, winning three and losing two.
England League 2 02/03/21
Oldham
Bolton
England League 2 17/10/20
Bolton
Oldham
England League 1 15/04/17
Oldham
Bolton
England League 1 15/10/16
Bolton
Oldham
Club Friendly List 21/07/15
Oldham
Bolton
Oldham preview: Eyeing their third consecutive victory
Head coach Micky Mellon is expected to make changes to the side that started the League Two clash against Harrogate last time out. However, Ryan Woods is not going to be available for this game following his sending off at EnviroVent Stadium.
Tom Donaghy started both EFL Trophy games so far for Oldham Athletic, and he's likely to continue in goal here for the hosts at the expense of first-choice goalkeeper Matthew Hudson.
Predicted lineup: Donaghy (GK), Robson, Monte, Daniels, Caprice, Hannant, Payne, Drummond, Pett, Fondop & Garner.
Last five matches
- Harrogate 0-1 Oldham
- Oldham 3-1 Northampton
- Oldham 2-2 Shrewsbury
- Salford 1-0 Oldham
- Oldham 0-0 Barrow
Bolton preview: Looking to keep their perfect record intact
Bolton will head into this game without injury concerns from their recent games, giving coach Steven Schumacher the luxury of sticking to a similar starting XI from the FA Cup win over Huddersfield on 1 November.
Moreover, the visitors have had a great track record in this competition, as they reached at least the quarterfinals in the last three editions and were champions during the 2022/23 season.
Predicted lineup: Miller (GK), Christie, Toal, Johnston, Taylor, Morley, Sheehan, Warren, McAtee, Cissoko & Dalby.
Last five matches
- Bolton 4-0 Port Vale
- Bolton 2-1 Huddersfield
- Bolton 1-0 Cardiff
- Huddersfield 1-2 Bolton
- Burton 3-0 Bolton
Player to watch: Richard Taylor
Richard Taylor has been in fantastic form for Bolton in the cup fixtures this campaign, scoring one and assisting two across FA Cup and EFL Trophy competitions. The left-back was rested against Port Vale on Saturday but should be available for this game.