Notts County travel to Grimsby Town this weekend, where they will look to put pressure on the rest of the promotion-place teams. When the two teams met earlier this season, the Magpies won 3-2.
Grimsby Town
It’s fair to say that Grimsby have struggled this season, which is supported by the fact that they’re 20th in League Two with just 27 points from 26 games. Despite it not being a massive problem, their defence has been slightly vulnerable at times, conceding 1.69 goals per game on average. However, they’ve also struggled in attack, scoring just 1.35 times per game.
Yet their most recent defeat underlines the mood within the Mariners camp. Grimsby suffered a huge 6-1 home loss to Walsall last time out, where they were completely pulled apart on the counterattack.
Notts County
Although most fans will be pleased with Notts County’s season so far, there must be a sense of disappointment due to the fact that they’re only sixth. However, overall, their form has been very hit-or-miss. Despite this, the Magpies are the top scorers in League Two, with 55 goals, but their defence has cost them, as they concede 1.81 goals per game.
Last time out, their two-game winning streak came to an end as they were beaten 4-2 on the road by Tranmere. The hosts took the lead within five minutes, but by the half-hour mark, Notts County had taken the lead. However, the hosts were clinical on the break and pulled away in the second half.
Verdict?
Both sides have been vulnerable on the break in recent weeks, so we should see goals in this tie. However, Grimsby’s 6-1 defeat is difficult to look past, and therefore, the Magpies should find plenty of joy on Saturday.
The final prediction is Grimsby 1-3 Notts County.
