Walsall vs Bristol Rovers - League Two
Fixture Preview - 4 October 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Walsall hosts Bristol Rovers at Poundland Bescot Stadium on Saturday, with both teams looking to solidify their positions in League Two. Walsall's recent form has been mixed, with two wins in their last five matches, while Bristol Rovers are struggling, having not secured a victory in their last five outings. The home side will aim to leverage their strong head-to-head record, having won four of the last ten encounters against Rovers, which includes a notable trend of both teams scoring in seven of those matches. One key angle to consider is Walsall's attacking prowess at home. They have shown a tendency to find the net, particularly against teams that have been defensively vulnerable like Bristol Rovers. With the visitors struggling for form and confidence, Walsall will look to exploit this weakness. If they can maintain their attacking momentum, it could lead to a high-scoring affair, as evidenced by the historical trend of over 2.5 goals in six of the last ten meetings. This match promises to be an intriguing contest, with both teams eager to secure vital points.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |  Grimsby Town | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 11 |
| 5 |  Gillingham | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 11 |
| 6 |  Bromley | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| 7 |  Walsall | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 |
| 8 |  Swindon Town | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 |
| 9 |  Salford City | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 |
| 10 |  Tranmere Rovers | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| 11 |  Harrogate Town | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| 12 |  Fleetwood Town | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| 13 |  Cambridge United | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| 14 |  Barrow | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| 15 |  Barnet | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| 16 |  Notts County | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| 17 |  Colchester United | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| 18 |  Oldham Athletic | 5 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| 19 |  Newport County | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 20 |  Bristol Rovers | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 21 |  Accrington Stanley | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 22 |  Crawley Town | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| 23 |  Shrewsbury Town | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 29, 2022 | Bristol Rovers | 1–0 | Walsall | League Two |
| September 25, 2021 | Walsall | 1–2 | Bristol Rovers | League Two |
| November 7, 2020 | Walsall | 1–2 | Bristol Rovers | FA Cup |
| December 26, 2018 | Walsall | 1–3 | Bristol Rovers | League One |
| October 6, 2018 | Bristol Rovers | 0–1 | Walsall | League One |
| December 26, 2017 | Walsall | 0–0 | Bristol Rovers | League One |
| September 9, 2017 | Bristol Rovers | 2–1 | Walsall | League One |
| January 21, 2017 | Walsall | 3–1 | Bristol Rovers | League One |
| September 13, 2016 | Bristol Rovers | 1–1 | Walsall | League One |
| January 29, 2011 | Walsall | 6–1 | Bristol Rovers | League One |