Shrewsbury Town vs Grimsby Town

Expert Overview: Shrewsbury Town vs Grimsby Town

The upcoming football match between Shrewsbury Town and Grimsby Town on December 9, 2025, is expected to be a closely contested affair. The betting odds suggest a cautious approach from both teams, particularly in the second half where the likelihood of both teams not scoring is high at 91.90. This match is anticipated to be low-scoring, with over 1.5 goals at odds of 74.30, indicating that goals might be hard to come by. The predictions also highlight a relatively high number of cards, with under 5.5 cards at 71.40 and under 4.5 cards at 67.10, suggesting a physical game.

Key Predictions

• Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 91.90
• Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 79.50
• Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 76.00
• Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 75.90
• Over 1.5 Goals: 74.30
• Under 5.5 Cards: 71.40
• Under 4.5 Cards: 67.10
• Away Team To Score In 1st Half: 64.20
• Over 0.5 Goals HT: 61.80
• First Goal Between Minute 0-29: 56.40
• Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 55.70

Average Statistics

• Avg. Total Goals: 4.03
• Yellow Cards: 1.94
• Avg. Conceded Goals: 2.05
• Avg. Goals Scored: 1.49
• Red Cards: 1.56

The match is expected to have a cautious start with both teams likely to focus on defense, especially in the first half where the odds for neither team scoring are quite favorable (79.50). The game could see early action, with the first goal possibly occurring between minute 0-29 (56.40). Despite the potential for an early goal, the second half is predicted to be particularly tight defensively (91.90). The average total goals of around four suggests that while goals might be few, they could be impactful when they occur.

The physical nature of the match is indicated by the high number of cards expected, with over five and a half cards being less likely (71.40) than under four and a half (67.10). This could lead to strategic fouls and bookings as both teams vie for control without risking too many yellow or red cards (average yellow: 1.94, average red: 1.56).

In summary, fans can expect a tactical battle with limited scoring opportunities, particularly in the latter stages of the game, and a potentially high-card count reflecting the intensity of play.