Hartlepool vs Stoke Predictions & Betting Tips

Hartlepool vs Stoke Predictions

Hartlepool United will be looking to match the last year’s success when they fell to Premier League side Crystal Palace in the fourth round of the FA Cup. They will now host Championship outfit Stoke in the third round of the competition this Sunday at The Direct Suit Stadium. Keith Curle’s men took advantage of the somewhat easier route to this stage of the competition. They have eliminated Solihull Moors on penalties and division rivals Harrogate Town 3-1 in the previous two rounds. Can the hosts pull off an upset against a much stronger opposition now?

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8th January 2023 – 14:00

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Hartlepool vs Stoke Predictions & Betting Tips

Stoke to win in -1.5 Asian Handicap

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Match Preview & Team News

Stoke have not been anywhere near their best form in the recent matches. They fell to the 18^th position after back-to-back 0-1 defeats to Burnley and Preston. The team led by Scottish manager Alex Neil fell to the 18^th position in the Championship standings as a consequence. Nevertheless, the Potters should see this cup tie as a perfect opportunity to boost up the confidence ahead of the remainder of the Championship campaign. They possess much more quality in their ranks than Hartlepool and they should not have any problems grabbing the victory here. Read on our FA Cup betting tips and predictions below.

Current Form And Home & Away Performances

Hartlepool own the worst defensive record in League Two this season. They have allowed 45 goals in 24 matches in the fourth tier of English football (almost two goals per outing). Curle’s men shipped five goals in the last two home matches against Mansfield and Harrogate. This will be the music to the ears of Stoke’s attacking options, namely Liam Delap, Lewis Baker, and Tyrese Campbell. The Potters have some talented youngsters in their ranks and this is just the perfect occasion for them to shine.

Goals Markets Betting Preview

Hartlepool have shipped five goals in the last two home outings in the League Two. They have the worst defensive record in their respective division after 24 games played. We have to take the 5/4 odds offered for Liam Delap to score anytime for the Potters.

Betting Preview

The gulf in quality between the two teams is big and we expect an easy win for Stoke on Sunday. You can back the visitors to win by at least two goals difference at the 7/5 odds.

Others Predictions On This Match

Low-Risk Bet – Liam Delap to score anytime

High-Risk Bet – Correct Score 0-3

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