Salford vs Crewe: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips

Salford vs Crewe Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: Saturday 2 August 2025 | Moor Lane, Salford | EFL League Two – Round 1 | 15:00 BST

The new EFL League Two season kicks off with Salford City hosting Crewe Alexandra at Moor Lane. Salford aim to build on a solid 8th‑place finish with ambitions of breaking into the playoff mix, while Crewe begin under manager Lee Bell, seeking more consistency after a mid‑table 13th‑spot last time out. Expect competitive, open play in this opener.

Key Betting Tip: Coming soon

Salford vs Crewe Predicted Lineups

(Subject to confirmation - 60 mins before kick-off)

Salford City (4-2-3-1): Cairns; Shephard, Tilt, Vassell, Touray; Watson, Lund; N’Mai, McLennan, Bailey; Smith

Crewe Alexandra (likely 4‑2‑3‑1): Harvey Davies; Rio Adebisi, Mickey Demetriou (c), Zac Williams, Ryan Cooney; Conor Thomas, Joel Tabiner; Aaron Rowe, Liam Kelly, Chris Long; Louis Moult

Salford vs Crewe Current League Standings

Salford City finished 8th in League Two last season, with Cole Stockton finishing as top scorer (9 league goals, 11 in all competitions). Their largest wins included a 3–0 victory over Notts County in December.

Crewe Alexandra ended the campaign in 13th place, despite threatening form early under Lee Bell. They looked to strengthen this summer with veteran Louis Moult aiming to add goals.

Salford vs Crewe Head-to-Head Timeline

• 8 March 2025 – Salford City 1–1 Crewe Alexandra
• 19 October 2024 – Crewe Alexandra 1–1 Salford City
• 27 January 2024 – Crewe Alexandra 2–3 Salford City
• 7 October 2023 – Salford City 4–2 Crewe Alexandra
• 10 March 2023 – Crewe Alexandra 4–3 Salford City

Salford vs Crewe Matches Analysis

Salford Last 5 Matches:

• 2–2 vs Carlisle
• 4–1 vs Colchester
• 3–1 vs Notts County
• 1–2 vs Accrington
• 1–1 vs Doncaster

Crewe Last 5 Matches:

• 0–1 vs Walsall
• 0–2 vs Tranmere
• 0–1 vs MK Dons
• 0–0 vs Colchester
• 2–3 vs Cheltenham

Salford and Crewe Predictions

✅ Prediction: Both Teams to Score (BTTS) – 4 of the last 5 meetings have seen goals at both ends.

✅ Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals – This fixture averages 4.2 goals per match across the last five encounters.

Salford vs Crewe Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Coming Soon

Key Players to Watch: Salford vs Crewe

Salford City:

Matty Lund (Midfielder / Player‑coach): Veteran presence and driving force in midfield. Lund’s passing range and goal threat from distance add leadership and composure to Salford’s game.

Kelly N’Mai (Winger): A dynamic young talent, N’Mai impressed during his loan spells and pre‑season. His pace and directness on the flanks offer vital width and attacking urgency for Salford. The Guardian

Crewe Alexandra:

Joel Tabiner (Midfielder): Creative spark and emerging young talent at Gresty Road. Tabiner scored a landmark goal against Salford in March 2023 and is key to Crewe’s forward transitions.

Louis Moult (Striker): Crewe’s experienced goalscoring addition for the new season. Moult brings physicality and finishing ability to a side that often lacked a target presence.

Salford vs Crewe Match Facts

Referee: Likely an experienced EFL official, averaging 4 bookings per game.

Broadcast: Available via EFL streaming platforms; UK viewers on Sky Sports or local radio.

Stadium: Moor Lane capacity approx. 5,106.