Walsall vs Grimsby Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half0 - 0
68
J. Sweeney
was cautioned
2nd Half0 - 0
74
J. Connolly
was cautioned
On 22 August 2026, Walsall face Grimsby at Bescot Stadium with kickoff scheduled for . This England League Two encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.
Walsall prefer a system that balances attack and defence.
Grimsby operate with a well-rounded tactical structure.
Recent Form
Walsall
DW
Grimsby
DW
Walsall show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. Recent fluctuations suggest outcomes are still unpredictable.
Although both have recorded similar outcomes, Grimsby are under pressure after a string of poor results. This could start to affect confidence within the squad.
Recent Form Home/Away
Walsall (Home)
D
Grimsby (Away)
D
Walsall's strongest performances have come in away fixtures.
Grimsby show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Walsall
++
Grimsby
++
Walsall boast one of the strongest recent defensive records. Their defensive structure looks well organised.
Likewise, Grimsby have been extremely solid at the back, regularly keeping opponents out. Opponents are finding it hard to break them down.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Walsall (Home)
+
Grimsby (Away)
+
There is little difference in Walsall's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Grimsby's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Walsall
-+
Grimsby
--
Walsall's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. Chances tend to be created at both ends.
In contrast, Grimsby have been involved in low-scoring games recently. They often prioritise defensive structure.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Walsall (Home)
-
Grimsby (Away)
-
Walsall's away games are significantly higher-scoring than at home.
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Grimsby.
Scoring Consistency
Walsall
-+
Grimsby
-+
Walsall have generally been effective going forward, scoring in most recent games. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.
Also, Grimsby continue to show solid attacking output, with goals coming regularly. Their attacking play remains a key strength.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Walsall (Home)
-
Grimsby (Away)
-
A surprising trend, with Walsall's goals coming much more frequently in away fixtures.
A strong home bias in Grimsby's attacking output.
Match Information
Referee: Matthew Russell
Venue: Bescot Stadium
Walsall vs Grimsby Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.29
xG
0.88
52
Ball Posession (%)
48
1
Big Chances
3
1
Cautions
1
16
Shots
13
2
Shots on Goal
1
5
Shots Blocked
6
11
Shots inside Box
7
5
Shots outside Box
6
0
Hit Woodwork
0
12
Fouls
15
8
Corner Kicks
7
1
Saves
2
15
Free Kicks
12
1
Offsides
2
384
Passes Total
338
298
Passes Completed
270
102
Passes in the final 3rd Total
132
73
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
89
28
Touches in the Opposition Box
25
10
Tackles Total
20
8
Tackles Completed
14
31
Clearances
32
27
Crosses Total
21
8
Crosses Completed
3
7
Interceptions
11
Walsall vs Grimsby Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations