Bet with MINO CASINO →Played: final score 3–0. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Walsall meet Oldham on 20 October 2026 · 19:45 at Bescot Stadium (Walsall), refereed by A. Dale. We expect very little between them. Our tip, result probabilities, missing players and analysis follow.
Walsall vs Oldham: match preview and analysis
How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, Walsall are 3rd with 22 points after 13 matches (5W 7D 1L), whereas Oldham are 21st with 12 points (3W 3D 7L).
What to expect
We think the teams are evenly matched. Our projected score is 1–1, about 2 goals combined, and 1–1 (11.9%) is the single most probable outcome. We think this will be an open match with plenty of goals.
Our tip for goals is Both teams to score (odds 1.67), and our probability for it is 57%. We estimate both teams scoring at 57% and over 2.5 goals at 53%.
Prediction: key points
- We are expecting about 2 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 53%.
- Absent: Walsall 0, Oldham 0.
Alternative tip: Both sides to score: yes
Alternative pick: Both sides to score: yes (probability 57%, best available odds 1.67). Our projection of about 2 goals is in line with it.
Absences
Walsall are missing: no absences. Oldham are without: no absences. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
Walsall vs Oldham: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 2.45 | 3.72 | 2.85 |
| Market average | 2.38 | 3.44 | 2.73 |
| Lowest odds | 2.30 | 3.12 | 2.58 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.28 | 1.22 | 76.0% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.85 | 1.77 | 53.2% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.15 | 2.01 | 46.8% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.00 | 2.84 | 32.7% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.67 | 1.62 | 57.3% |
| BTTS – no | 2.25 | 2.18 | 42.7% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 20/10/26, 18:00. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 7.8%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Walsall 1–1 Oldham, roughly 2 goals in total.
- Table: Walsall 3rd (22 points), Oldham 21st (12 points).
- Absences: Walsall 0, Oldham 0.
Who will win Walsall vs Oldham?
We base this estimate on several bookmakers' odds with the margin taken out. It is no guarantee of the outcome.
Walsall vs Oldham: more markets and betting tips
Fair odds = 1 / probability. If the top available odds are bigger than the fair odds, there is value in the price. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider less than 50%.
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Walsall vs Oldham: who is missing
Walsall
- No reported absences
Oldham
- No reported absences
This list may be updated before kick-off.
Walsall vs Oldham: table positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Salford City | 14 | 10-1-3 | 25:15 | 31 |
| 2 |  Barnet | 13 | 7-5-1 | 28:18 | 26 |
| 3 | Walsall | 13 | 5-7-1 | 21:12 | 22 |
| 4 |  Crewe | 14 | 5-7-2 | 17:17 | 22 |
| 5 |  Cheltenham | 14 | 6-3-5 | 23:25 | 21 |
| 6 |  Grimsby | 14 | 5-5-4 | 24:18 | 20 |
| 7 |  York | 14 | 5-5-4 | 24:21 | 20 |
| 8 |  Gillingham | 14 | 5-5-4 | 20:19 | 20 |
| 9 |  Accrington ST | 14 | 4-7-3 | 23:17 | 19 |
| 10 |  Chesterfield | 14 | 5-4-5 | 24:21 | 19 |
| 11 |  Tranmere | 14 | 4-7-3 | 19:17 | 19 |
| 12 |  Exeter City | 14 | 5-4-5 | 11:9 | 19 |
| 13 |  Swindon Town | 14 | 5-4-5 | 15:17 | 19 |
| 14 |  Newport County | 14 | 4-6-4 | 20:17 | 18 |
| 15 |  Shrewsbury | 14 | 5-3-6 | 17:22 | 18 |
| 16 |  Fleetwood Town | 14 | 4-5-5 | 18:18 | 17 |
| 17 |  Bristol Rovers | 14 | 5-1-8 | 17:23 | 16 |
| 18 |  Port Vale | 12 | 4-3-5 | 10:14 | 15 |
| 19 |  Rochdale | 14 | 4-3-7 | 17:26 | 15 |
| 20 |  Northampton | 12 | 3-5-4 | 9:9 | 14 |
| 21 | Oldham | 13 | 3-3-7 | 14:19 | 12 |
| 22 |  Rotherham | 14 | 2-6-6 | 18:25 | 12 |
| 23 |  Colchester | 13 | 2-6-5 | 12:19 | 12 |
| 24 |  Crawley Town | 12 | 2-3-7 | 13:21 | 9 |
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Walsall vs Oldham: questions and answers
What is the best tip for Walsall vs Oldham?
Over 2.5 goals (1.85); Walsall or draw (1X) (1.47).
Who will win Walsall vs Oldham?
Our probabilities: Walsall to win 39%, a draw 27%, Oldham to win 34%.
What time and where is kick-off?
20 October 2026, kick-off at 19:45, at Bescot Stadium, Walsall. Referee: A. Dale.
Who will be missing?
Walsall: no absences. Oldham: no absences. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 53% (odds 1.85); under 2.5 goals is at 47% (odds 2.15).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 57% probability (odds 1.67).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 1–1 (11.9%); after that come 1–0 (8.8%) and 2–1 (8.6%).
How do you work out your predictions?
Our method begins with odds from several bookmakers: we take away the bookmaker margin and average what remains to get probabilities. A Poisson distribution then turns those into expected goals and the most probable scorelines. For context, the page also shows team form, the head to head and missing players. Treat our predictions as information, not a promise of a win.
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