Torquay United vs Plymouth Argyle predictions for this friendly pre-season game that will be played on Tuesday evening at Plainmoor. Read on for all our free betting tips and predictions.
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Match Live Tuesday, 18h July at 7:30 pm In:
Torquay United vs Plymouth Argyle Predictions
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Bridging the Gap
Key Stats
– Plymouth Argyle scored a stunning 101 points during their League One title-winning season.
– Bradley Ash of Torquay United scored on his debut against Bristol City.
Torquay United and Plymouth Argyle are set to face off in a much-anticipated pre-season friendly at Plainmoor this coming Tuesday evening. Torquay United, still dealing with the sting of relegation from the National League, are using this opportunity to dust off the cobwebs and prepare for their upcoming season in the National League South. Their aim? Reclaim their spot in the fifth tier at the earliest possible juncture.
Torquay’s management saw no reason to make drastic changes following the disappointing relegation, and the confidence in Manager Gary Johnson remains intact. The club’s end-of-season form demonstrated signs of hope, with a respectable 17 points from their last eight games, falling agonisingly short of safety by a mere two points. The season finale draw with National League champions Wrexham served as a bitter reminder of their squandered potential.
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Torquay kicked off their pre-season with a disappointing 6-2 defeat at the hands of Bristol City, yet it wasn’t all doom and gloom. Scoring twice and taking the lead on two separate occasions showcased the fighting spirit within this team, with new additions Bradley Ash and Aaron Jarvis getting on the score-sheet.
Riding High: Plymouth Argyle’s Promising Prospects
As Torquay look to bounce back, Plymouth Argyle are setting their sights even higher, preparing for their triumphant return to the Championship. Confidence is high in the Plymouth camp after a spectacular 101-point League One title-winning season, which has secured their promotion back to the Championship for the first time since 2010.
In the past two friendly matches held at Plainmoor, Plymouth have outshone Torquay, boasting a 5-0 victory just last summer. Their pre-season performances so far have been a continuation of their successful form, with victories over Hearts, Plymouth Parkway, and Blackpool, providing them with a solid foundation ahead of the Championship campaign.
Team Lineups and Key Players
Torquay’s hopes will be pinned on the likes of Ash and Jarvis, who have already demonstrated their goal-scoring prowess. Collins, a recent permanent signing, is set to start in an advanced midfield role, supported by Asa Hall and Tom Lapslie.
Plymouth, on the other hand, are looking forward to potential appearances from new signings Conor Hazard and Julio Pleguezuelo, while Callum Burton is expected to start as goalkeeper.
Predictions and Analysis
Prediction 1: Win-Draw-Away
Given Plymouth’s recent form and the gulf in league standings between the teams, a Plymouth victory appears to be the most probable outcome. However, the chances of a hefty win, while tempting, may offer shorter odds. Instead, a more balanced prediction would be Plymouth winning with a goal difference of two or three.
Prediction 2: Correct Score
Based on their recent goal-scoring form and the friendly nature of the match, a 3-1 victory for Plymouth could be a well-justified prediction.
Prediction 3: Goalscorer
With his impressive debut, Bradley Ash of Torquay looks likely to be on the scoresheet once again. Though Torquay is the underdog in this match, Ash’s scoring abilities should not be underestimated also considering that Plymouth are likely to make several changes.
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