Salford City will take on Stockport County in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday, 7 October, in a match between two teams currently performing well in their respective divisions.
The hosts are currently inside the top five in League Two as they look to reach the third tier for the first time, while the visitors are inside the top seven in League One.
With respect to their performances in the EFL Trophy so far, both sides are on three points, and either one of them can secure qualification to the knockout stages with a win here.
As part of this round of EFL Trophy betting tips, check out our Salford City vs Stockport County prediction below.
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Salford City vs Stockport County prediction: The visitors to get the win
Key Stats
- Salford City have lost their last two matches in League Two.
- Stockport County have won their last two away matches.
- Fewer than three goals have been scored in three of Stockport County's last four matches.
Correct score prediction: Salford City 0-1 Stockport County
Stockport County are the superior team, as demonstrated by their position in League One, and they also have more momentum than Salford, who have begun to stutter in recent weeks.
Pre-game odds and win probability: No odds available
- HOME: N/A
- DRAW: N/A
- AWAY: N/A
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
There are currently no odds for the match between Salford City vs Stockport County. We will update when they are released.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Advantage Stockport
Something else that gives Stockport the edge on Tuesday night is their recent record against Salford City. County are unbeaten in their last four matches against the Ammies, with two wins and two draws. Salford's last victory over Stockport was a 1-0 triumph in League Two back in May 2023.
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Salford City preview: Rotation expected
Salford City rotated heavily for their clash with Wigan in the previous round of group stage matches, and considering they are now sitting comfortably on three points, more rotation is expected. Nicolas Siri started up front against Wigan, and he should get another chance here. With Salford now on a two-match losing streak, there is an opportunity for fringe players to stake a claim.
Predicted lineup: Howard (GK), Turton, Cooper, Garbutt, Cesay, Austerfield, Butcher, N'Mai, Woodburn, Siri, Bird
Last five results
- Salford 0-2 Grimsby
- Bristol Rovers 2-1 Salford
- Salford 3-2 Swindon
- Shrewsbury 1-3 Salford
- Salford 3-1 Tranmere
Stockport County preview: Also likely to rotate
Stockport County will be even more inclined to rotate than Salford, given that they have a bigger and better squad than their opponents. Tyler Onyango will have the weekend off after being sent off at the weekend, so there is no reason for the full-back to sit this one out.
Predicted lineup: Hinchcliffe (GK), Hills, Olowu, Pye, Onyango, Bailey, Fiorini, Dodgson, Allen, Mothersille, Lowe
Last five results
- Huddersfield 1-2 Stockport
- Stockport 1-1 Reading
- Rotherham 0-1 Stockport
- Stockport 1-1 Cardiff
- Plymouth 4-2 Stockport
Player to watch: Nathan Lowe
Nathan Lowe is a talented young striker, currently on loan from Stoke. The 20-year-old has struggled to break into the club's starting XI for league matches, but scored twice against Wolves U21s in the previous group stage match. He should get another opportunity from the off on Tuesday night and will want to grasp it with both hands.