Grimsby Town vs Carlisle United - 08/02/25

Grimsby Town vs Carlisle United

England

League Two

08/02/25 - 15:00
Full Time 97 ' (+6)
2 - 1 (0 - 1)

Pre-match Odds

bet365
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2

Grimsby Town vs Carlisle United Prediction & Preview

Introduction to the Match

Grimsby Town is set to host Carlisle United at Blundell Park in the 31st round of the England League Two. The home team, Grimsby Town, sits 9th in the league, while Carlisle United is at the bottom in 24th. This significant difference in league positions suggests that Grimsby Town has a good chance of winning.

Recent Form and Goal Averages

Grimsby Town's recent form has been inconsistent, with 3 wins, 4 losses, and 3 draws in their last 10 matches. They have taken 12 points from their last 10 games, scoring an average of 1.3 goals per game and conceding an average of 1.7 goals per game. At home, they score an average of 1.4 goals per game and concede an average of 1 goal per game. On the other hand, Carlisle United has struggled, with only 2 wins in their last 10 matches and an average of 0.7 goals per game. Their away form is also a concern, with an average of 0.8 goals per game and 1.2 goals conceded per game.

Head-to-Head Record and Odds

The head-to-head record between the two teams shows that Grimsby Town has a slight edge, with 1 win and 2 draws in their last 5 meetings. The odds of a home win are 2.1, while a draw and Carlisle United win are both priced at 3.5. Considering the teams' recent form and league positions, the odds of a home win seem reasonable. The odds of Over 2.5 goals are 2, which may be tempting given Grimsby Town's tendency to be involved in high-scoring games.

Analysis of the Over/Under 2.5 Result

Given the goal averages and recent form of both teams, there's a strong case to be made for the Over 2.5 result. Grimsby Town has a slightly higher tendency to be involved in matches with Over 2.5 goals, particularly at home, with 60% of their matches ending with Over 2.5 goals. However, Carlisle United's recent form and defensive record suggest that they may be able to keep the scoreline relatively low. The odds of Under 2.5 goals are 1.85, which is lower than the odds of Over 2.5 goals, suggesting that the bookies think it's more likely to be an Under 2.5 match.

Conclusion and Bet

Based on the analysis, Grimsby Town appears to have a good chance of winning, given their home advantage and superior league position. The Over 2.5 result also seems like a viable option, considering the goal averages and recent form of both teams.

Main Bet: Home @ 2.1 Alternative Bet: Over 2.5 @ 2

Note: Form & statistics are taken from their last 10 played games.

All our previews are generated using advanced AI models. These take into account recent form, H2H records, goals scored, conceded and much more. We manually review all previews before they are put on the site, but mistakes are always possible. Additonally, they do not currently take into account squads, team news or injuries.

This preview should be used to help you evaluate the Grimsby Town vs Carlisle United match, recent team form, goals, statistics and league performance. You should then come to your own decision about what YOU think is a good bet. Always check the facts and never bet money you cannot afford to lose.

Grimsby Town vs Carlisle United Statistics

26
Shots Total
6
50
Ball Possession %
50
217
Successful Passes
211
13
Free Kicks
8
8
Fouls
14
101
Attacks
97
70
Dangerous Attacks
43
11
Shots On Target
3
67
Successful Passes Percentage
63
27
Throwins
36
34
Successful Headers
17
1
Saves
9
325
Passes
333
55
Long Passes
86
19
Total Crosses
14
6
Shots Off Target
1
32
Successful Dribbles Percentage
24
9
Shots Blocked
2
12
Corners
4
20
Key Passes
5
18
Shots Insidebox
3
21
Tackles
24
8
Shots Outsidebox
3
18
Goal Attempts
4
2
Goals
1
3
Big Chances Created
2
9
Accurate Crosses
5
75
Ball Safe
106
1
Assists
1
11
Interceptions
6
74
Duels Won
55
6
Successful Dribbles
4
3
Offsides
1
19
Dribble Attempts
17
4
Goal Kicks
13
2
Big Chances Missed
1
1
Yellowcards
5
4
Substitutions
4
1
Penalties
0
0
Hit Woodwork
1

Match Events

Goal! Samuel Lavelle 0-1 5'
Yellow Card Joe Hugill Yellow Card 44'
Yellow Card Samuel Lavelle Yellow Card 51'
62' Goal! Justin Obikwu 1-1
Joe Bevan (Stephen Wearne) 63'
Ethan Robson (William Patching) 64'
71' Yellow Card Yellow Card Evan Khouri
Yellow Card Elliot Embleton Yellow Card 75'
Cedwyn Scott (Elliot Embleton) 77'
79' Tyrell Warren (Cameron McJannett)
83' Penalty! Danny Rose 2-1
Yellow Card Ethan Robson Yellow Card 82'
84' Charles Vernam (Justin Obikwu)
87' Curtis Thompson (Kieran Green)
88' Luca Barrington (Evan Khouri)
Ben Barclay (Samuel Lavelle) 90'
Yellow Card Terell Thomas Yellow Card 90'

Grimsby Town vs Carlisle United - 08/02/25.

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