Luton Town vs Mansfield Town - League One
Fixture Preview - 18 October 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Luton Town will host Mansfield Town at Kenilworth Road on Saturday, 18 October, in what promises to be an intriguing League One clash. Luton enters the match with a mixed bag of results, having won two of their last five, while Mansfield arrives with a more consistent form, boasting three wins in their last five outings. The home side's recent performances suggest they can be vulnerable, particularly in defence, which could play into Mansfield's hands. Historically, encounters between these two teams have been closely contested, with four wins apiece and four draws in their last ten meetings. This parity might indicate a tightly fought match, but Luton's home advantage could be crucial. With both teams showing a propensity to score—evidenced by the fact that both teams have found the net in six of their last ten head-to-heads—fans can expect an open game. A key angle to consider is Luton's defensive frailties, which could allow Mansfield to exploit gaps and potentially secure a vital away point or even all three.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |  Barnsley | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 4 |  Bradford City | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 5 |  Huddersfield Town | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 6 |  Luton Town | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 7 |  Lincoln City | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| 8 |  Stockport County | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 9 |  Leyton Orient | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 10 |  Doncaster Rovers | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 11 |  Exeter City | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 12 |  Mansfield Town | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 13 |  Wigan Athletic | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 14 |  AFC Wimbledon | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 15 |  Bolton Wanderers | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 2, 2018 | Luton Town | 2–1 | Mansfield Town | League Two |
| August 26, 2017 | Mansfield Town | 2–2 | Luton Town | League Two |
| April 17, 2017 | Mansfield Town | 1–1 | Luton Town | League Two |
| October 22, 2016 | Luton Town | 1–1 | Mansfield Town | League Two |
| January 23, 2016 | Mansfield Town | 0–2 | Luton Town | League Two |
| September 19, 2015 | Luton Town | 1–0 | Mansfield Town | League Two |
| February 17, 2015 | Mansfield Town | 1–0 | Luton Town | League Two |
| November 29, 2014 | Luton Town | 3–0 | Mansfield Town | League Two |
| February 23, 2013 | Luton Town | 2–3 | Mansfield Town | Enterprise National League |
| November 18, 2012 | Mansfield Town | 2–2 | Luton Town | Enterprise National League |