League Two action returns to the Bescot Stadium on October 20, 2026, as Walsall host Oldham in a clash where the home side will be heavy favourites. Walsall come into this fixture in strong form, having won two of their opening three league games, netting six goals in the process. Their sole defeat suggests a team capable of both attacking flair and occasional defensive lapses, but a 67% win rate highlights their recent dominance.
Oldham, by contrast, have endured a more mixed start, with one win and one loss from their two outings. They’ve scored and conceded four goals, indicating a side still finding its rhythm. The win probability heavily favours Walsall (50% home win, 50% draw, 0% away win), a reflection of current form and the inherent advantage of playing at home. However, head-to-head results show a more balanced affair, with Oldham securing two wins to Walsall's two, alongside one draw in their last five encounters. This suggests that while Walsall are the stronger side on paper, Oldham have historically proven capable of springing a surprise. Keep an eye on Walsall's attacking prowess against Oldham's evolving defence.
1. J. Ward, 25. D. Skura, 4. J. Connolly, 26. R. Leak, 3. M. Hancock, 6. S. Sprangler, 15. Isaac Moore, 17. Courtney Clarke, 7. Taione Richard Evumena Sodje, 11. R. Smith, 19. A. Pressley
1. M. Hudson, 16. W. Sutton, 5. D. Daniels, 6. E. Monthe, 3. J. Robson, 8. O. Norburn, 7. K. Appiah-Forson, 15. K. Drummond, 4. T. Pett, 17. F. Fawunmi, 10. C. Kavanagh
Match events
9' Card Yellow Card — Taione Richard Evumena Sodje (Walsall)
20' Card Yellow Card — Charlie Crew (Walsall)
21' Goal Normal Goal — Taione Richard Evumena Sodje (Walsall) (assists: Jed ward)
Global 
.png)
