Worksop Town vs Peterborough Sports Prediction - 18th April 2026

The National League North fixture between Worksop Town and Peterborough Sports presents a clear contrast in current form and league standing. Worksop Town sits comfortably in 15th place with 54 points, while Peterborough Sports are struggling near the bottom in 23rd place with just 38 points. This 16-point gap in the table highlights the disparity in performance over the season. Looking at recent form, Worksop Town has been the more consistent side. In their last 10 games, they have secured 5 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses, averaging 1.60 points per game. Their home performance is particularly strong, boasting a 60% win rate at their venue, averaging 1.60 goals scored per home game. Conversely, Peterborough Sports have found the net only once in their last 10 matches, averaging a meager 0.50 points per game. Their away form is concerning, with a 25% win rate and a high concession rate of 2.50 goals per away game. Head-to-head history is limited to a single recorded meeting on August 25, 2025, where Worksop Town defeated Peterborough Sports 1-0. This historical advantage, combined with the current form gap, supports a home victory. The goal expectancy model predicts a total of approximately 3.05 goals for the match, suggesting a high-scoring environment. However, the odds for Over 2.5 Goals (1.61) do not offer sufficient value compared to the fair probability. The market consensus suggests the Over is overpriced. The most compelling value lies in the match outcome. Worksop Town's home win probability is estimated at 60% based on their 60% home win rate and 1.60 goals scored per home game. The bookmakers are offering odds of 1.98 for a home win, which implies a probability of roughly 50.5%. This discrepancy creates a significant edge for the bettor. Peterborough's defensive frailties away from home (conceding 2.50 goals per game) align well with Worksop's attacking output at home. Key Points: - Worksop Town are 15th (54 pts) vs Peterborough Sports 23rd (38 pts). - Worksop Home Win Rate: 60%. - Peterborough Away Win Rate: 25%. - Worksop Last 10 Games: 5 Wins, 1 Draw, 4 Losses. - Peterborough Last 10 Games: 1 Win, 2 Draws, 7 Losses. - Head-to-Head: Worksop won the only previous meeting 1-0. - Goal Expectancy: 3.05 total goals. In summary, the statistical signals strongly favor the hosts. The combination of superior league position, better recent form, strong home record, and a favorable head-to-head record makes the Home Win the clear selection. The odds of 1.98 provide a positive expected value given the estimated 60% probability of success.