The Robins will look to overtake their opponent in the table this weekend as they host Bradford. However, in the reverse fixture, Swindon were defeated 1-0 in a game of missed chances.
Swindon
Swindon’s form as of late has been atrocious, which has led to the departure of manager Michael Flynn. Their 2-1 away defeat to Crewe was the final nail in the coffin, which was the Robins sixth defeat in eight games.
Swindon are currently 17th in League Two, but they are the fifth-highest scorers in the league with 50 goals. That said, their biggest problem has been their inability to defend as a solid unit, which has seen them concede the third most in the division, 1.93 on average.
Bradford
The Bantams are also currently enduring a dip in form, with the side failing to win any of their last six League Two games. However, they are unbeaten in their two most recent matches, with the latest being a 1-1 draw at home to Salford. Unfortunately, the hosts had the chance to win the game, but poor finishing let them down.
The point put Bradford in 16th, just two points above this weekend’s opponent. Their biggest issue has been in the final third, as they’ve only netted 1.25 goals per game. Yet, they are a strong defensive unit that’s only suffered 1.32 goals per game.
Verdict?
Backing against a side with the exit of a manager is always risky, and that may continue to be the case this weekend.
Swindon score goals, and Bradford don’t as often, but a draw is a likely outcome.
The final prediction is Swindon 1-1 Bradford
