Walsall vs Swindon: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips Predictions

Walsall vs Swindon Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: Saturday 2 August 2025 | The Banks's Stadium, Walsall | EFL League Two – Round 1 | 15:00

League Two action returns with Walsall hosting Swindon Town at the Banks's Stadium. Walsall, still smarting from play-off disappointment last season, have had a summer of rebuilding under Mat Sadler. Swindon, meanwhile, arrive with fresh ambition and momentum. Expect a competitive opener where both teams want to stamp early authority.

Key Betting Tip: Coming soon

Walsall vs Swindon Predicted Lineups

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

Walsall (likely 4‑3‑3 / 4‑2‑3‑1): Tommy Simkin (GK); David Okagbue, Harry Williams, Taylor Allen, Nathan Asiimwe; Alfie Chang, Ryan Stirk, Liam Gordon; Jamie Jellis, George Hall, Jamille Matt

Swindon (likely 4-2-3-1): Ward; Mahoney, Minturn, Brennan, Blake-Tracy; Khan, Cain; Young, Glatzel, Shade; Austin

Walsall vs Swindon Current League Standings

Walsall aim to kick off their seventh consecutive League Two campaign, aiming to bounce back quickly after finishing 4th last season but losing the play-off final.

Swindon Town are tipped as playoff contenders in the new campaign, with expectations boosted by a stable managerial setup and attacking squad additions.

Walsall vs Swindon Head-to-Head Timeline

• Walsall 1–0 Swindon (Mar 2025)
• Swindon 4–0 Walsall (Aug 2024)
• Walsall 1–2 Swindon (Apr 2024)
• Walsall 3–1 Swindon (Apr 2024)
• Swindon 1–2 Walsall (Dec 2022)

Across the last 25 meetings, Swindon have 10 wins, Walsall 7, and 8 draws. Goals have flowed regularly, with an average of 2.7 per match suggesting neither side fears a shootout.

Walsall vs Swindon Matches Analysis

Walsall Last 5 Matches:

• Walsall 2–3 Derby County (friendly)
• Walsall 1–0 Aston Villa (friendly)
• AFC Wimbledon 1–0 Walsall (play‑off final)
• Walsall 2–1 Chesterfield (semi-final playoff leg)
• Chesterfield 0–2 Walsall (play‑off semi-final)

Swindon Last 5 Matches:

• Swindon Town 0–0 Milton Keynes Dons
• Gillingham 1–1 Swindon Town
• Swindon Town 0–1 Bromley
• Grimsby Town 0–4 Swindon Town
• Swindon Town 5–4 Bradford City

Walsall and Swindon Predictions and Stats

✅ Prediction: Both Teams to Score (BTTS) – Walsall and Swindon both scored in 4 of their last 5 meetings.

✅ Prediction: Draw or Swindon Win (Double Chance) – Swindon are unbeaten in their last 4 pre-season games and have attacking momentum.

✅ Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals – 8 of the last 10 head-to-head matches between the sides saw 3+ goals.

Walsall vs Swindon Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Coming Soon

Key Players to Watch: Walsall vs Swindon

Jamille Matt (Striker): A proven EFL striker with experience and presence, Matt is Walsall’s focal point in attack. His ability to hold up play, bully defenders and finish chances makes him their go-to man in tight matches.

Ryan Stirk (Midfielder): Walsall’s midfield engine. Composed on the ball, positionally smart, and a strong passer, Stirk is vital to how Walsall transition from defence to attack and maintain control in midfield.

Paul Glatzel (Forward): In strong form this pre-season, the Liverpool loanee looks sharp and clinical. He brings a cutting edge Swindon lacked at times last season and will likely be their main goal threat on Saturday.

Jake Young (Attacking Midfielder/Winger): Creative, skilful and direct, Young can unlock defences with a dribble or clever pass. He’s the kind of player who can make something out of nothing - expect him to be heavily involved in Swindon’s best attacking moves.

Walsall vs Swindon Match Facts

Referee: Likely to be one of the experienced EFL officials, averaging around 4 yellow cards per match this season.

Broadcast: Likely available via EFL streaming platforms; UK and international coverage via Sky Sports+.

Stadium: The Banks’s Stadium holds 11,300.