Notts County and Salford City meet at Wembley Stadium in the League Two playoff final with both teams hoping to achieve promotion.
Recent history tilts in Salford’s favour, but Notts County’s sharper attack throughout the campaign promises a fascinating clash. Kick-off is set for 15:00 on Monday, with both sides eyeing a statement win to cap off their season rivalry.
Best Bets & Predictions
Based on a combination of recent head-to-head results and season-long attacking data, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in “Both Teams to Score – Yes” due to both teams’ attacking strengths and the high number of goals in past encounters.
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams to Score – Yes | 4/5 @ Bet365 (55.6%) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Both teams netted in five of their last six encounters, and they combined for 140+ league goals this season. Notts County’s attack is the most accurate in the league, while Salford’s shooting volume suggests plenty of opportunities at both ends. |
| Salford City to Win | 13/8 @ Bet365 (38.1%) | ⭐⭐⭐ | Salford have won five of the last six head-to-heads, including the most recent clash at home. Their ability to share goals around and edge close contests gives them an advantage in tight games. |
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Season Form & Standings
Both sides secured their playoff places, with Salford City narrowly ahead of Notts County by a single point. Notts boasted a superior goal difference, reflecting their attacking prowess, but Salford converted more matches into wins. Both teams arrive in strong form, but Salford’s consistency in tight matches has been decisive.
In the semi-finals Salford City were able to overcome Grimsby Town 4-3 on aggregate, with extra time needed for them to find the win. Notts County’s semi-final with Chesterfield was a tense affair, with Notts County eventually winning 1-0 on aggregate.
| Team | Pos | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salford City | 4 | 46 | 25 | 6 | 15 | 61 | 51 | +10 | 81 |
| Notts County | 5 | 46 | 24 | 8 | 14 | 74 | 52 | +22 | 80 |
Potential Match-Winners
- Alassana Jatta (Notts County) – 14 goals, 22 big chance assists, and a remarkable 62.5% shot accuracy this season. A key figure when Notts break through.
- Matthew Dennis (Notts County) – Also on 14 goals, with a high rate of involvement in the final third and reliable shot volume.
- Daniel Udoh (Salford City) – 10 goals and a whopping 50 big chance assists, highlighting his creative and scoring influence for Salford.
- Ruben Butt (Salford City) – Contributes to Salford’s high shot volume, and is likely to see chances given the team’s 651 shots this season.
Head-to-Head: Last 6 Meetings
Salford City have dominated the last six meetings, winning five to Notts County’s one, and outscoring them 12 to 6. Notably, Salford have won both home and away, including a 2-1 victory in the most recent clash.
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 03/04/26 | Salford City 2-1 Notts County | League |
| 09/08/25 | Notts County 1-2 Salford City | League |
| 11/04/25 | Notts County 1-3 Salford City | League |
| 14/12/24 | Salford City 3-0 Notts County | League |
| 23/03/24 | Notts County 1-2 Salford City | League |
| 15/09/23 | Salford City 0-2 Notts County | League |
Conclusion
Salford City’s recent dominance in head-to-heads and their knack for edging tight matches makes them a tempting pick, but Notts County’s superior shot and pass accuracy ensures they’re always in with a shout. Will Salford extend their run or can Notts County’s firepower finally tip the balance? Our strongest angle is backing Both Teams to Score – Yes at 4/5 with Bet365 (55.6%), given both teams’ attacking output and the recent head-to-head trends.
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