Grimsby Town vs Accrington Stanley: Preview, Predictions, Lineups, and Team News
Grimsby Town prepares to host Accrington Stanley at Blundell Park on Wednesday. Both teams are determined to maintain their momentum in the League Two playoff race. The Mariners have achieved nine consecutive games without a defeat, capped off by a recent goalless draw against Newport County. In contrast, Accrington Stanley secured their third straight victory, triumphing over Salford City with a 1-0 scoreline.
Match Preview
Last season, Grimsby Town concluded their campaign in ninth place. This year, under the management of David Artell, they aim to re-enter the playoff race as the season approaches its critical stages. Currently, Grimsby sits in 12th position after 29 league matches, with a record of 12 wins, nine draws, and eight losses.
With four wins and two draws in their last six games, the Mariners accumulated 45 points, only four shy of seventh-placed Walsall. However, discipline remains a concern; they have received a red card and conceded two penalties in their last three matches.
Recent Results and Current Form
- Grimsby Town League Two form: W W W W D D
- Grimsby Town form (all competitions): W W W W D D
- Accrington Stanley League Two form: W L D W W W
Conversely, Accrington Stanley has shown improvement this season after last year’s relegation struggles. Through 29 matches, they occupy 13th place with a record of 12 wins, seven draws, and 10 losses. Their recent success can be attributed to strong home performances, earning 27 points from 15 matchups, ranking seventh in League Two.
In their previous meeting this season, the two clubs played to a 1-1 draw, indicating a competitive matchup lies ahead.
Team News
Grimsby Town seems to have emerged from their last match without any new injury concerns. Coach David Artell can maintain consistency in his squad, likely deploying a 4-1-4-1 formation. Captain Kieran Green, back from suspension, will anchor the midfield, and forward Andy Cook will seek his first goal for the team.
Similarly, Accrington Stanley also reports no new injuries, allowing manager John Doolan to select an unchanged side. Doolan is expected to continue utilizing the successful back five. Shaun Whalley aims to enhance his tally of four league goals.
Projected Lineups
| Grimsby Town | Accrington Stanley |
|---|---|
| Smith | Wright |
| Rodgers | Love |
| McIannet | Rawson |
| Warren | Matthews |
| Stauton | O’Brien |
| Turi | Grant |
| Kabia | Sinclair |
| Green | Heath |
| Khouri | Whalley |
| Vernam | J. Woods |
| Cook | Henderson |
As both teams exhibit solid form and occupy similar standings, the upcoming match is difficult to predict. A fiercely contested encounter is anticipated, with a potential final score of 2-2 being a likely outcome. For further analysis and predictions regarding this fixture, visit Filmogaz.com.
