Walsall vs Chesterfield Prediction and Betting Tips on May 16, 2025
Game Prediction
Walsall will host Chesterfield at Poundland Bescot Stadium on May 16, 2025, in the second leg of the League Two play-off semi-final at 19:00 UTC. The Saddlers hold a 2-0 lead from the first leg, while the Spireites face a tough challenge to overturn the deficit and secure a spot in the play-off final.
Walsall vs Chesterfield Key Stats & Trends
- Walsall won 2 of their last 5 games.
- The Saddlers average 1.0 goals scored and 0.6 conceded per game.
- Walsall are winless in their last 5 home games (3 L & 2D)
- Chesterfield won 2 of their last 5 games.
- The Spireites average 1.6 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per game.
- Chesterfield won 60% of their last 5 away games.
Walsall vs Chesterfield Recent Form
Walsall enter this match with renewed confidence after a clinical 2-0 win in the first leg at Chesterfield’s SMH Group Stadium. Despite a poor run of form earlier in 2025, the Saddlers have shown resilience in the play-offs. Their victory over Crewe (1-0) on the final day and the first-leg triumph suggest they are peaking at the right time. Manager Mat Sadler’s side will look to leverage their strong home record to secure a place in the Wembley final.
Chesterfield, on the other hand, are under pressure after a disappointing first-leg performance. The Spireites had been the form team in League Two, losing just one of their last 13 games before the play-offs, but they were outplayed by Walsall’s tactical discipline. Paul Cook’s men, who secured seventh place with a 1-0 win over Accrington Stanley on the final day, must now score at least twice without conceding to force extra time. Their away form has been inconsistent, with 11 losses in 23 away games.
Form
- Walsall: D-D-L-W-W
- Chesterfield: D-D-W-W-L
Predicted Line-ups
- Walsall possible lineup: Simkin; Okagbue, Williams, Allen; Asiimwe, Stirk, Chang, Gordon; Hall; Jellis, Matt
- Chesterfield possible lineup: Boot; Mandeville, Palmer, McFadzean, Gordon; Metcalfe, Naylor, Fleck; Olakigbe, Colclough, Grigg
Walsall vs Chesterfield Pre-game Odds & Win Probability
Despite Chesterfield’s strong finish to the regular season, Walsall are favored with chances of winning the match at 39% with odds of 2.44, a draw at 28% with odds of 3.4, and a Chesterfield win at 33% with odds of 2.87.
Correct Score Prediction: Walsall 1-1 Chesterfield
Given Walsall’s defensive solidity in the first leg and Chesterfield’s need to attack, a draw is likely. Walsall’s games have been low-scoring recently, with under 2.5 goals in five of their last six matches, while Chesterfield may struggle to break down a compact home side.
Expert Tip: Both Teams To Score ‘Yes’
After Walsall’s 2-0 lead in the first leg, Chesterfield will be keen on showing a better display on Friday and try to find the back of the net after going silent in the first leg. The ‘Both Teams To Score Yes’ market is available at 1.74 (54%).
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