Stevenage vs Mansfield Town: Prediction, Team News, Lineups Preview
Stevenage Town hosts Mansfield Town this Saturday at the Lamex Stadium. Both teams are eager to enhance their chances of joining the League One playoffs. Mansfield arrives on a high note, having won their last four league matches, narrowing the gap to just three points behind Stevenage.
Match Preview: Stevenage vs Mansfield Town
In their most recent outing, Stevenage faced Bolton Wanderers, ending in a goalless draw. This result marked their seventh consecutive winless league match. Earlier in the season, Stevenage started strongly, winning eight out of their first eleven fixtures. However, their current form is concerning, placing their promotion ambitions at risk.
A victory could propel Stevenage back into playoff contention. They currently sit eighth, just one point behind Huddersfield Town, who occupy sixth place. Conversely, another loss could see them drop further in the standings, particularly with Mansfield poised to surpass them if they secure a win.
Recent Head-to-Head Record
- Stevenage has won only one of their last ten meetings against Mansfield Town in the Football League.
- They are at risk of losing three consecutive Saturday matches for the first time since March 2023.
Mansfield Town, on the other hand, is riding a wave of confidence with five consecutive victories across all competitions. Their current form includes four League One wins since Boxing Day, making them one of the most prolific teams in that timeframe.
Team News
Stevenage will miss Luther James-Wildin due to a shoulder injury sustained against Exeter City. Harry Cornick may see his first start for the team after appearing as a substitute twice since joining on loan from Bristol City.
Mansfield Town will again be without Kyle Knoyle, Tyler Roberts, and George Maris due to injuries. Concerns linger over Baily Cargill and Nathan Moriah-Welsh, who were substituted at halftime in their last match.
Projected Lineups
| Stevenage | Mansfield Town |
|---|---|
| Ashby-Hammond | Roberts |
| Pattenden, Goode, Piergianni, Freestone | Oshilaja, Sweeney, Hewitt |
| White, Phillips | Akins, Russell, Reed, McLaughlin |
| Cornick, Thompson, Lubala | Irow, Evans, Oates |
Prediction
Given the current form of both teams, we predict a score of Stevenage 1 – 3 Mansfield Town. Mansfield has showcased a strong attacking performance lately, scoring 10 goals in their last three games. In contrast, Stevenage has struggled offensively, with only three goals in their last six matches.
As the match approaches, both teams will continue their quest for playoff aspirations. Fans will be closely watching to see if Stevenage can reverse their fortunes or if Mansfield will capitalize on their recent success.
