Bolton vs Cambridge United Prediction and Match Preview

Bolton Wanderers are facing a crucial match against Cambridge United F.C. on Saturday to maintain their promotion hopes. The team has had a recent setback with two consecutive losses in League One, dropping them to third place in the table alongside Derby County.

Bolton’s recent form took a hit with a narrow 1-0 defeat at Wigan and a heavy 4-1 loss at Blackpool. However, their performance in February was strong, remaining unbeaten in seven matches, including four wins and three draws. The team has been particularly impressive in their home games, maintaining an unbeaten streak in six matches.

On the other hand, Cambridge United is going through a challenging period, suffering their third straight defeat at the hands of Stevenage. This loss marks their fifth defeat in six games, bringing them dangerously close to the relegation zone, with a 5-point gap.

The upcoming match against Cambridge United is of significant importance for Bolton Wanderers as they strive to bounce back from recent setbacks and secure their position in the promotion race. The outcome of this game could have a significant impact on both teams’ standings and aspirations for the remainder of the season.

Recent Meetings

The recent head-to-head statistics between Bolton Wanderers and Cambridge United provide some interesting insights. In the reverse fixture on February 20th, Bolton came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory at Abbey Stadium.

Bolton has been dominant in their recent encounters with Cambridge, enjoying a four-match unbeaten run in the head-to-head clashes. This run includes two wins and two draws, with just one loss in the eight meetings since 2000. Notably, at Bolton’s home ground, they have been particularly strong against Cambridge, boasting a three-match unbeaten streak with two wins and a draw.

The duels between the two teams since the calendar year 2020 have been characterized by low-scoring affairs. Only two out of the seven meetings saw three goals or more, indicating a trend of relatively tight and defensively contested matches.

Bolton Wanderers vs Cambridge United Prediction

Considering the recent history between Bolton and Cambridge United, the upcoming match appears to favor Bolton, given their strong performance in recent encounters. Bookmakers also seem to share this view, with Bolton to win priced at around 1.60 odds, making it our top recommendation for this League One fixture.

Our second tip is for under 2.5 goals, reflecting the expected tactical nature of the match. Both teams have reasons to vie for crucial points, albeit for different objectives, suggesting a strategic and possibly defensive-oriented battle.

Marco Marin- February 29, 2024

Bolton vs Cambridge Betting Tips

Bolton to win

OK

1.58 Odds

Over 2.5 goals

OK

1.87 Odds