Notts County and Grimsby Town face off at Meadow Lane on Thursday evening, both eager to climb the League Two standings after mixed starts to their campaigns. With only one win between them across two games each, Notts County currently sits in 16th place, while Grimsby occupies 13th. Despite an early struggle, both sides are aiming to kickstart their season with a crucial victory.

Notts County vs Grimsby Town Standings

Notts County has had a challenging start to their League Two campaign, securing just two points from their opening matches. Their season kicked off with draws against Tranmere Rovers and Fleetwood Town, showing resilience, especially in their last match where they came back from a 2-0 deficit to secure a point. Although still searching for their first win, there’s optimism in the squad, especially after a strong performance against Shrewsbury Town in the EFL Cup, despite losing on penalties.

Grimsby Town, on the other hand, has managed to gather three points from their first two league games. After a narrow 1-0 loss to Fleetwood Town on the opening weekend, they bounced back with a dramatic 3-2 win against Cheltenham Town. This victory was crucial for manager David Artell, who has faced criticism since his appointment, and it marked Grimsby’s first win of the season. The Mariners will now aim to build on this momentum as they seek their first consecutive wins in League Two since March 2023.

Notts County vs Grimsby Town Head-to-Head

The recent head-to-head record between Notts County and Grimsby Town has been quite competitive. Here’s a look at their last five meetings:

• Grimsby Town 5-5 Notts County - 13th January 2024
• Notts County 3-2 Grimsby Town - 12th August 2023
• Notts County 1-2 Grimsby Town - 23rd May 2022
• Notts County 1-2 Grimsby Town - 5th February 2022
• Grimsby Town 0-1 Notts County - 30th October 2021

Notts County has claimed two victories in these encounters, while Grimsby Town has also won twice. The remaining match ended in a high-scoring draw, underscoring the tightly fought nature of this rivalry.

Notts County vs Grimsby Town Top Scorers

Notts County:

1. Alassana Jatta - 2 goals
2. Jodi Jones - 1 goal
3. Conor Grant - 1 goal

Grimsby Town:

1. Jordan Davies - 2 goals
2. Donovan Wilson - 1 goal
3. Charles Verman - 1 goal

Alassana Jatta has been a key player for Notts County, finding the net twice already this season, while Jordan Davies has been Grimsby’s standout performer with two goals to his name, including the crucial last-minute winner against Cheltenham.

Notts County vs Grimsby Town Team News

Notts County:
Stuart Maynard might be inclined to stick with the same starting lineup that secured a draw against Fleetwood Town. Veteran forward David McGoldrick could be an option to come into the attack, but he’s likely to be used as an impact substitute rather than starting. With no new injury concerns, Maynard’s side looks set to remain unchanged.

Grimsby Town:
David Artell is expected to keep faith in the team that secured a thrilling win against Cheltenham Town. Evan Khouri, who impressed at left-back, is likely to retain his spot over Denver Hume. Forward Donovan Wilson, despite not scoring in League Two, could keep his place in the starting XI after his goal in the EFL Cup.

Notts County vs Grimsby Town Predicted Line-ups

Notts County:

• Formation: 4-3-3
• Goalkeeper: Sam Slocombe
• Defenders: Richard Brindley, Kyle Cameron, Connell Rawlinson, Adam Chicksen
• Midfielders: Matt Palmer, Jim O’Brien, John Bostock
• Forwards: David McGoldrick, Cedwyn Scott, Conor Grant

Grimsby Town:

• Formation: 4-4-2
• Goalkeeper: Max Crocombe
• Defenders: Michee Efete, Luke Waterfall, Niall Maher, Evan Khouri
• Midfielders: Jordan Maguire-Drew, Kieran Green, Gavan Holohan, Jordan Davies
• Forwards: Donovan Wilson, John McAtee

Notts County vs Grimsby Town Player to Watch

Jordan Davies (Grimsby Town):
Jordan Davies has been in fine form for Grimsby, with two goals already this season. His knack for scoring crucial goals, including the dramatic winner against Cheltenham, makes him a key player to watch in this encounter. Notts County will need to keep a close eye on him if they want to keep a clean sheet.

Where Can I Watch Notts County vs Grimsby Town?

UK viewers can catch the match live on Sky Sports Football. If the game isn’t available on TV, you can follow live updates and commentary on BBC Radio Nottingham or the official club websites for both teams.