Plymouth Parkway vs Plymouth Argyle predictions as the Championship side make the short trip to face their non-league neighbours. Read on for all our free betting tips and predictions.
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Plymouth Parkway vs Plymouth Argyle Predictions
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Return to Glory: Plymouth Argyle’s Pre-Season Showdown with Plymouth Parkway
Key Stats
– Plymouth Parkway secured 39 points in 21 home games in the 2022-23 campaign.
– Last year’s friendly clash between these teams ended in a 2-2 draw.
As Plymouth Argyle sets their sights on the Championship following over a decade of absence, a riveting pre-season clash against Plymouth Parkway on the horizon could set the tone for their upcoming season. Their opponents, Parkway, are bracing for their new season in the seventh tier of English football, which adds an exciting element to this face-off at a fully-packed Bolitho Park.
Plymouth Parkway’s Resurgence
Plymouth Parkway kicked off their pre-season with a commanding 4-0 victory over Willand Rovers, showcasing their impressive attacking prowess with Jack Crago, Tom Purrington, and Joe Belsten all finding the back of the net. Following a respectable 10th-place finish in the Southern League Premier Division South last season, Parkway aims to secure a top-five finish this time around, eyeing a promotion to the National League South.
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Lee Hobbs’s squad has proven their worth at Bolitho Park, earning 39 points from 21 games and only suffering four losses during the 2022-23 season. The prospect of facing their Championship counterparts on home turf should fill them with confidence; after all, they held Plymouth Argyle to a 2-2 draw in last summer’s encounter, with goals from Billy Palfrey and Ben Seymour.
Plymouth Argyle’s Triumphant Return to the Championship
After securing the League One championship title and breaking the 100-point barrier, Plymouth Argyle returns to the Championship for the first time since the 2009-10 season. Despite scoring fewer and conceding more than the second-placed Ipswich Town, Steven Schumacher’s Argyle dominated the league, earning their first league title in 19 years.
However, the summer exodus from Home Park has created some challenges. Niall Ennis, a 12-goal forward, opted to join former Premier League winners Blackburn Rovers, while talented players like Finn Azaz and Morgan Whittaker returned to their parent clubs after successful loan spells. To bolster their squad and avoid an immediate return to the third tier, Argyle must act swiftly in the transfer market.
Team News and Lineups
Plymouth Parkway are expected to field a similar lineup to the one that triumphed against Willand Rovers. The question remains whether any of the four trialists included in the last game will be integral parts of Hobbs’s plan for this season.
On the other hand, Plymouth Argyle’s lineup features young talent like Freddie Issaka, who scored his first senior goal in the victory over Hearts. Moreover, Lewis Gibson and Kaine Kesler, both new signings from Premier League clubs, could potentially feature in this all-Devonshire duel.
Match Prediction and Analysis
The fixture presents a significantly tougher challenge for Parkway, who recently showcased their scoring ability against non-league opponents. Argyle, fresh off a week-long training camp in the scorching temperatures of Marbella, might have to overcome post-travel blues. However, Schumacher’s men should have enough quality to seize control of the game.
Analyzing both teams’ recent performance data, we predict both teams will score. Last season, Argyle averaged 1.8 goals per game, with a successful dribbles per game rate of 6.3. On the other hand, Parkway, despite their lower league standing, have shown they can hold their own against Argyle in previous meetings. However, we foresee Argyle capitalising on their superior league experience and quality, tipping the match in their favour with a likely 2-1 scoreline.
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