On 02.05.2026, all eyes will be on the England League Two as Crawley Town faces Salford City in a critical match. Both teams have been equally impressive this season, and our detailed analysis covers every angle from tactics to team morale. Our prediction, packed with insights on Crawley Town and Salford City, is designed to help you make the best betting decisions in what promises to be an epic showdown.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Cambridge United | 45 | 22 | 15 | 8 | 66/33 | 81 |
| 4 | Salford City | 45 | 25 | 5 | 15 | 61/51 | 80 |
| 5 | Notts County | 45 | 24 | 7 | 14 | 73/51 | 79 |
| 21 | Newport County | 45 | 11 | 7 | 27 | 46/76 | 40 |
| 22 | Crawley Town | 45 | 8 | 15 | 22 | 44/68 | 39 |
| 23 | Harrogate Town | 45 | 10 | 9 | 26 | 38/66 | 39 |
Key Player Statistics: Crawley Town vs Salford City
Crawley Town vs Salford City Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | Salford City | Crawley Town | 29.11.2025 | 4-3 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Salford City | 13.01.2024 | 0-1 |
| League Two | Salford City | Crawley Town | 12.08.2023 | 1-1 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Salford City | 28.01.2023 | 3-2 |
| League Two | Salford City | Crawley Town | 03.09.2022 | 2-2 |
| League Two | Salford City | Crawley Town | 29.03.2022 | 2-1 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Salford City | 17.08.2021 | 2-1 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Salford City | 09.03.2021 | 1-0 |
| League Two | Salford City | Crawley Town | 24.10.2020 | 1-1 |
| League Two | Salford City | Crawley Town | 08.02.2020 | 0-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | Accrington ST | Crawley Town | 25.04.2026 | 3-3 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Shrewsbury | 18.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| League Two | Bristol Rovers | Crawley Town | 11.04.2026 | 3-1 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Grimsby | 06.04.2026 | 0-2 |
| League Two | Newport County | Crawley Town | 03.04.2026 | 0-2 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Gillingham | 28.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| League Two | Fleetwood Town | Crawley Town | 21.03.2026 | 1-0 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Barnet | 17.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| League Two | Colchester | Crawley Town | 13.03.2026 | 0-0 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Swindon Town | 07.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | Salford City | Bromley | 23.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| League Two | Oldham | Salford City | 18.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| League Two | Salford City | Gillingham | 11.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| League Two | Crewe | Salford City | 06.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| League Two | Salford City | Notts County | 03.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| League Two | Salford City | Milton Keynes Dons | 28.03.2026 | 1-0 |
| League Two | Cambridge United | Salford City | 21.03.2026 | 1-0 |
| League Two | Salford City | Barrow | 17.03.2026 | 3-1 |
| League Two | Harrogate Town | Salford City | 14.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| League Two | Salford City | Walsall | 10.03.2026 | 1-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Crawley Town VS Salford City
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Crawley Town vs Salford City
Bookies' predictions
Crawley Town
Betting Intelligence: Crawley Town vs Salford City
Crawley Town are fighting for their Football League lives. Salford City are chasing a promotion place. When these two sides meet, the stakes couldn't feel more different — and that tension alone makes this one unmissable.
The table tells a brutal story. Salford sit fourth with 80 points from 45 games, breathing down the necks of the automatic promotion spots. Crawley are 22nd with just 39 points, deep in the relegation zone and running out of time. This is a six-pointer in the truest sense — but only for one side.
Here's what you need to watch for — Crawley's recent form is genuinely alarming. They've lost five of their last seven League Two games, conceding three to Bristol Rovers and three at Accrington. Their defensive record of 68 goals conceded is the worst picture in the division. Salford, meanwhile, have won six of their last ten and are clicking at the right time of the season.
Don't be fooled by the head-to-head record, though. These fixtures have historically been tight. Seven of the last eleven meetings have been decided by a single goal or ended level. That said, the recent reverse fixture — a wild 4-3 win for Salford back in November — suggests goals are very much on the menu when these clubs collide.
Here's the surprising insight that most will overlook. Crawley's disciplinary record is a real liability right now. C. Barker has picked up ten yellow cards across 42 appearances, and J. Williams already has a red card to his name. With Salford's D. Udoh providing seven assists this season — constantly pulling defenders out of position — that pressure on Crawley's backline could trigger flashpoints. Bookings market? Absolutely worth a look.
From a betting perspective, Salford at 1.90 honestly feels a touch short given how volatile this fixture can be. However, the value I'd highlight is goals — specifically Over 2.5. Nine of the last eleven head-to-heads have produced at least two goals, and Crawley simply cannot keep clean sheets right now.
My bold prediction: Salford win 2-1, with Udoh directly involved in both goals. Crawley grab a late consolation, making it nervy — but Salford hold on and move a step closer to promotion.
A desperate home side against a team with everything to play for. Saturday afternoon football at its most raw. Don't miss this one.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R. Brown | England | 30 | Midfielder | 175 | 78 |
| D. Conroy | England | 30 | Defender | 181 | 73 |
| S. Malone | England | 35 | Defender | 189 | 75 |
| D. Pereira | England | 27 | Midfielder | 180 | 77 |
| M. Anderson | Scotland | 24 | Midfielder | 167 | n/a |
| J. Wollacott | Ghana | 29 | Goalkeeper | 190 | 80 |
| R. Loft | England | 28 | Attacker | 190 | 73 |
| K. Tshimanga | England | 28 | Attacker | 180 | 78 |
| J. Mukena | England | 26 | Defender | 190 | n/a |
| K. Scott | USA | 28 | Midfielder | 175 | 75 |
| H. Forster | England | 25 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| A. Adeyemo | England | 23 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| A. Papadopoulos | England | 23 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| B. Radcliffe | England | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Louis Flower | England | 21 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| T. Showunmi | USA | 25 | Attacker | 191 | 91 |
| K. Dixon | Jamaica | 21 | Midfielder | 181 | 77 |
| Fate Kotey | England | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| William Heater | England | n/a | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Jude Robertson | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F. Borini | Italy | 35 | Attacker | 180 cm | 73 kg |
| J. Grant | England | 31 | Midfielder | 175 | 73 |
| M. Butcher | England | 28 | Midfielder | 188 | 83 |
| K. Harris | England | 32 | Midfielder | 175 | 67 |
| T. Edwards | England | 27 | Defender | 175 | 76 |
| H. Mnoga | Tanzania | 24 | Midfielder | 185 | 78 |
| M. Howard | England | 39 | Goalkeeper | 183 | 76 |
| O. Turton | England | 33 | Defender | 180 | 75 |
| L. Garbutt | England | 32 | Defender | 180 | 73 |
| C. Stockton | England | 32 | Attacker | 186 | 75 |
| D. Udoh | Nigeria | 29 | Attacker | 183 | 83 |
| R. Longelo-Mbule | England | 26 | Midfielder | 183 | n/a |
| J. Austerfield | England | 24 | Midfielder | 179 | 57 |
| N. Siri | Uruguay | 22 | Attacker | 177 | 77 |
| A. Oluwo | England | 26 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| K. Cesay | Sierra Leone | 23 | Midfielder | 189 | n/a |
| K. N’Mai | Netherlands | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| M. Young | England | 19 | Goalkeeper | 191 | n/a |
| M. Heys | England | 16 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Ruben Butt | England | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
Crawley Town vs Salford City match odds
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