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Wigan Athletic vs Burton Albion Prediction & Preview

Preview

This Friday, the 29th of March, brings an intriguing clash in the England League One as Wigan Athletic welcome Burton Albion to The DW Stadium for what promises to be a captivating match in the 41st round of the competition. Kicking off at 15:00, this game pits two sides against each other that have had contrasting fortunes in their recent head-to-head encounters and current league form.

Wigan Athletic, under the guidance of Shaun Maloney, sit comfortably mid-table at 12th with 50 points and come into this match with a mixed bag of results - registering 2 wins, 2 losses, and a draw in their last five matches. Their most recent outing was a goalless draw away against Charlton Athletic at The Valley. When it comes to scoring goals at home, Wigan averages exactly one goal per game while being fairly solid defensively by conceding just about half that amount on average.

On the other side of the pitch stands Burton Albion led by Martin Paterson. Positioned precariously at 19th with only 39 points to their name, they are desperately seeking an uplift from their recent form which has seen them win none but lose four out of their last five games; most recently succumbing to Port Vale with a slender one-goal deficit at home. Playing away doesn't significantly change things for Burton as they score and concede almost equally (an average of one goal per game).

The history between these two teams tells its own tale - out of their last five meetings across all competitions Wigan have emerged victorious twice compared to Burton's single win alongside two draws; including Burton’s most recent victory over Wigan earlier this season which ended up being a closely contested affair resulting in a narrow win (2-1) for Burton Albion.

Bet

Considering both team's current form and performances throughout this season alongside statistical insights into goals scored/conceded both home and away – making predictions is tricky but here goes: Given Wigan's stronger position both on paper and on-field performance notwithstanding better defensive records especially when playing at home coupled with odds favoring them (odds for Home Win are set at 2), recommending Home Win seems like an attractive option.

It’s noteworthy though that despite being favorites based on odds provided; football always has room for surprises especially considering how close some previous encounters between these two sides have been. However basing our recommendation purely on current forms plus statistical backing – Home Win appears as not only safer but also potentially rewarding bet under present circumstances.