Shrewsbury - Wigan Athletic predictions and free betting tips [17/02/2024]

On February 17th in League 1, England's third-tier division, at "Croud Meadow" stadium, "Shrewsbury" will compete with "Wigan". Let's take a look at the state of the teams and try to make a decision that will increase our betting bankroll.

"Shrewsbury Town"

The team has been in the third league for quite some time. They don't show outstanding results, generally ranking from 16th to 18th. The only exception was the 2017/2018 season, where they climbed to 3rd place and participated in the play-offs for a chance to play in the Championship. However, in the final, they lost to Rotherham (1:2) in overtime. Currently, "Shrewsbury" stands at 19th place with 35 points under their belt.

After losing to "Peterborough" (1:2), they achieved a victory against "Northampton" (2:0). Following this, they suffered a defeat from "Cambridge" (1:2). Then there was a draw with "Derby County" (1:1). In their last fixture, the team drew against "Barnsley" (1:1).

"Wigan"

The team lost 8 points due to financial problems, making it a bit challenging for "Wigan" to improve their position in the league with such a handicap. Currently, they sit 14th in the table.

In their 28th match, they managed to beat "Wycombe" (1:0). In the following round, they lost to "Stevenage" (2:3). Afterwards, they managed to take a victory against "Peterborough" (3:2). However, subsequently "Wigan" lost at their home ground to "Exeter City" (1:2). In the last match, they stumbled again, this time against "Oxford" (2:4).

Head to Head

The last face-to-face duel between "Shrewsbury" and "Wigan" took place on October 22, 2023. That clash ended with "Latics's" victory, scoring two goals without reply.

Prediction

Both teams have been struggling lately, making it difficult to bet in this confrontation. "Shrewsbury" has been underperforming at their home ground while "Wigan" has been stumbling away, with their only victory over "Peterborough". Given this, I would take a chance and bet on a draw.

Total Odds

Considering the teams will display a scoring game, I suggest placing a bet on total over 2.5 goals.