Shrewsbury vs Notts County: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips

League Two Preview: Shrewsbury vs Notts County

The stage is set for a thrilling encounter at The Crown Meadow as Shrewsbury hosts Notts County in League Two. Recent form suggests that Notts County holds the upper hand, but Shrewsbury's home advantage could make this a closely contested match.

Notts County has shown strength in their previous meetings, but Shrewsbury's ability to adapt and counter-attack may prove troublesome for the visitors. The home side will look to capitalize on Notts County's potential flaws in their defense, which has been exposed in high-scoring matches.

Both teams have demonstrated an ability to score and concede,, recent performances indicating a trend towards high-intensity matches. A double chance bet on a draw or Notts County win seems prudent, given the visitors' strong away form.

The head-to-head history is mixed, with both sides trading victories and draws. Notably, a 2015 League Two meeting resulted in a convincing win for Notts County. However, the narrative of this fixture, suggests that it will be a closely contested affair with both teams pushing for a win.

Ultimately, the visitors look likely to assert their dominance, but an unexpected upset from Shrewsbury cannot be ruled out. Given the home side's ability to produce strong showings on their turf, a surprise result would not be entirely shocking.

The match kicks off at 19:45 GMT on Tuesday,17 February 2026 with Notts County slightly favored to take the points.