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League Two | Sat 14 Nov, 15:00

Swindon Town v Grimsby Stats

Data last updated: Fri 13 Nov 2026, 10:43 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Swindon Town hosts Grimsby in a League Two clash where both teams are closely matched in the standings, with Grimsby just one point ahead. Swindon has shown defensive solidity recently, conceding fewer goals, while Grimsby boasts a more potent attack but has been less consistent at the back. The fixture promises tactical discipline from Swindon aiming to avoid defeat at home, while Grimsby will look to leverage their attacking strengths. Recent form data suggests a tight contest with Swindon’s resilience potentially tipping the balance in their favor or at least securing a draw.

BT4Y best bet

Swindon Town or Draw

  • Swindon Town has conceded only 0.8 goals per game recently, showing defensive strength.
  • Grimsby averages 2.2 goals scored per game but concedes 1.6, indicating defensive vulnerability.
  • Swindon Town or Draw has a strong of 73.5%, offering positive value at 1.8 .
  • Both teams have a 60% BTTS rate, suggesting goal-scoring chances but Swindon’s defense may limit Grimsby.
  • Swindon’s recent form yields 8 points compared to Grimsby’s 7, indicating slight momentum advantage.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Swindon Town or Draw with a 73.5% chance, reflecting Swindon's solid defensive record and recent form advantage. Despite Grimsby's stronger attack, their defensive concessions and Swindon's home resilience create a scenario where avoiding defeat is highly probable. The at 1.8 present positive value given the implied chance of 55.6%. This pick balances Swindon's defensive discipline and Grimsby's attacking threat, making the double chance a prudent selection for this fixture.

Swindon Defensive Solidity0.8 goals conceded per game
Strong positive
Grimsby Attack Strength2.2 goals scored per game
Positive
Model Probability43.7% model chance vs 30.8% implied (+12.9 pts)
Strong positive
Market Price43.7% model chance vs 30.8% implied (+12.9 pts)
Strong positive
Recent FormSwindon 8 points vs Grimsby 7 points
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Swindon Town’s recent defensive resilience combined with their slight form edge makes the double chance a sensible choice against a Grimsby side that scores freely but concedes too often. This bet captures the tactical balance expected, with Swindon likely to avoid defeat at home while Grimsby’s threat keeps the contest competitive.

Main risk

Swindon consistently concede but possess scoring power.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Tactical defensive strength and form advantage

“Swindon’s ability to limit goals conceded recently and their home advantage create a strong foundation for avoiding defeat, especially against a Grimsby attack that lacks defensive consistency.”

Key Data Signals

Swindon Town or Draw evidence

Swindon Town has conceded only 0.8 goals per game recently, showing defensive strength.

Grimsby averages 2.2 goals scored per game but concedes 1.6, indicating defensive vulnerability.

Swindon Town or Draw has a strong of 73.5%, offering positive value at 1.8 .

Both teams have a 60% BTTS rate, suggesting goal-scoring chances but Swindon’s defense may limit Grimsby.

What To Watch In The Data

Swindon Town or Draw notes

  • In the last 10 head-to-head matches, the average goals scored is 3.6, indicating a moderately high-scoring trend.
  • This suggests the fixture often features open play and goal opportunities, though Swindon’s recent defensive form may temper the overall goal count in this encounter.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Swindon Town1.2
Avg goals scored
Grimsby2.2
Swindon Town0.8
Avg goals conceded
Grimsby1.6
Swindon Town60%
BTTS rate
Grimsby60%
Swindon Town40%
Over 2.5 goals
Grimsby60%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 70% vs implied 65% · edge +4.6 pts
1.53
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 76%
1.18
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 58%
1.62
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 46%
2.25
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 40%
2.5
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 34%
2.38
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Both teams have a 60% BTTS rate, indicating frequent goal scoring on both sides. However, Swindon’s lower goals conceded average (0.8) compared to Grimsby’s higher concession rate (1.6) suggests that while goals are likely, Swindon’s defense may restrict Grimsby’s scoring opportunities, favoring a tighter game with moderate goal totals.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickSwindon Town to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 44% vs implied 31% · edge +12.9 pts
3.25
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 70%
1.53
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Swindon Town Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 54%
2.3
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 58%
1.62
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Over 8.5 CornersBetfred guide price · model 73%
1.22
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The 43.7% for Swindon Town or Draw sits against roughly 30.8% implied by the current price (+12.9 pts). Swindon Town have the stronger recent points return, taking 8 points from the sample compared with 7 for Grimsby. Grimsby average 1.55 goals against top-six sides and have won 4 of their last 6 home games.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Swindon Town

WDWDL
Last 52W 2D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 3D 4L
31 Oct 2026H Rotherham2-1
24 Oct 2026A Bristol Rovers0-0
20 Oct 2026A Barnet3-1
17 Oct 2026H Walsall1-1
10 Oct 2026H Crewe0-1

Grimsby

WWDLL
Last 52W 1D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 104W 2D 4L
31 Oct 2026H York5-2
24 Oct 2026A Gillingham4-1
20 Oct 2026A Rochdale2-2
17 Oct 2026H Northampton0-2
10 Oct 2026A Port Vale0-1
Market aligned with main pickSwindon Town to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 44% vs implied 31% · edge +12.9 pts
3.25
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Home / DrawBetfred guide price · model 71%
1.8
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Swindon Town Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 54%
2.3
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Swindon Town has accumulated 8 points recently, showing defensive improvements and resilience, while Grimsby’s 7 points reflect a more inconsistent run. Swindon’s ability to grind out results at home contrasts with Grimsby’s vulnerability on the road, supporting the likelihood of Swindon avoiding defeat in this fixture.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

40%Swindon Town Over 2.5
60%Grimsby Over 2.5
3.6H2H avg goals
In the last 10 head-to-head matches, the average goals scored is 3.6, indicating a moderately high-scoring trend. This suggests the fixture often features open play and goal opportunities, though Swindon’s recent defensive form may temper the overall goal count in this encounter.

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