The England League Two is heating up as Grimsby and Salford City get ready to clash on 10.05.2026. With both teams at the peak of their form, our prediction provides crucial insights. Explore our detailed breakdown, review past performances, and place your bets on Grimsby or Salford City based on our expert advice.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Cambridge United | 46 | 22 | 16 | 8 | 66/33 | 82 |
| 4 | Salford City | 46 | 25 | 6 | 15 | 61/51 | 81 |
| 5 | Notts County | 46 | 24 | 8 | 14 | 74/52 | 80 |
| 6 | Chesterfield | 46 | 21 | 16 | 9 | 71/56 | 79 |
| 7 | Grimsby | 46 | 22 | 12 | 12 | 74/50 | 78 |
| 8 | Barnet | 46 | 21 | 13 | 12 | 70/53 | 76 |
Key Player Statistics: Grimsby vs Salford City
Grimsby vs Salford City Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | Grimsby | Salford City | 03.03.2026 | 3-1 |
| League Two | Salford City | Grimsby | 04.10.2025 | 0-2 |
| League Two | Grimsby | Salford City | 15.03.2025 | 0-1 |
| League Two | Salford City | Grimsby | 12.10.2024 | 1-2 |
| League Two | Salford City | Grimsby | 29.12.2023 | 0-3 |
| League Two | Grimsby | Salford City | 15.08.2023 | 2-0 |
| League Two | Grimsby | Salford City | 29.12.2022 | 1-4 |
| League Two | Salford City | Grimsby | 01.10.2022 | 1-1 |
| League Two | Salford City | Grimsby | 02.04.2021 | 1-1 |
| League Two | Grimsby | Salford City | 19.09.2020 | 0-4 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | Tranmere | Grimsby | 02.05.2026 | 1-1 |
| League Two | Grimsby | Swindon Town | 25.04.2026 | 4-0 |
| League Two | Cambridge United | Grimsby | 21.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| League Two | Gillingham | Grimsby | 18.04.2026 | 1-4 |
| League Two | Chesterfield | Grimsby | 14.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| League Two | Grimsby | Crewe | 11.04.2026 | 3-2 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Grimsby | 06.04.2026 | 0-2 |
| League Two | Grimsby | Harrogate Town | 03.04.2026 | 1-3 |
| League Two | Grimsby | Barrow | 21.03.2026 | 5-0 |
| League Two | Grimsby | Fleetwood Town | 17.03.2026 | 1-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | Crawley Town | Salford City | 02.05.2026 | 0-0 |
| 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 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Grimsby VS Salford City
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Grimsby vs Salford City
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Grimsby vs Salford City
Six points. That's all that separates Grimsby in sixth from Salford City in fourth, with the playoff places hanging in the balance. This isn't just a football match. It's a season-defining moment, and both sets of fans know it.
Grimsby come into this one riding serious momentum. Four wins from their last five League Two games, including a stunning 4-0 dismantling of Swindon and a clinical 4-1 away day at Gillingham. They are a side that has rediscovered their edge at exactly the right time. With 73 goals scored this season, nobody in this division has been more entertaining going forward.
Here's what you need to watch for, though. Grimsby's attacking threat runs through two men in particular. J. Kabia leads the charts with 17 league goals, a remarkable return. Behind him, K. Green has quietly chipped in 13. That's 30 goals from two players alone. If you're looking at the Anytime Scorer market, both names deserve serious consideration.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Salford being promotion favourites. Yes, they sit fourth with 80 points, but their recent form has been patchy. Three wins, two draws, and two defeats in their last seven. They've looked vulnerable away from home, and Grimsby's Blundell Park is no easy place to visit.
The head-to-head record tells a fascinating story. Grimsby have won four of the last five meetings between these sides. Including a dominant 3-1 victory over Salford just two months ago. History is firmly on the Mariners' side here, and I don't think that changes tonight.
There's one insider angle worth flagging. Salford's H. Mnoga carries 12 yellow cards already this season. Playing in a high-intensity, must-win fixture against a direct Grimsby attack? He is an extremely live bet in the Cards market. Watch him carefully in those first thirty minutes.
Grimsby's goals-against tally of 49 is actually tighter than Salford's 51, despite Grimsby playing more expansive football. That defensive solidity, combined with their firepower, makes them genuinely dangerous hosts.
My prediction: Grimsby win 2-1. Kabia grabs at least one, Salford grab a consolation but ultimately leave empty-handed. Back Grimsby on the 1X2 market at 2.18. That price represents real value for a side in this kind of form at home.
Buckle up. This one has goals, pressure, and a playoff place riding on every tackle. Football doesn't get much better than this.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. McEachran | England | 25 | Midfielder | 172 | 65 |
| D. Rose | England | 32 | Attacker | 173 | 57 |
| S. Lavelle | Scotland | 29 | Defender | 188 | 76 |
| J. Sweeney | England | 24 | Defender | 178 | 70 |
| J. Amaluzor | England | 29 | Midfielder | 180 | 79 |
| H. Rodgers | England | 29 | Defender | 188 | 79 |
| R. Staunton | Republic of Ireland | 24 | Defender | 183 | 76 |
| J. Kabia | Republic of Ireland | 25 | Midfielder | 184 | 74 |
| D. Burns | Republic of Ireland | 23 | Midfielder | 176 | n/a |
| E. Khouri | England | 23 | Midfielder | 179 | 73 |
| C. McJannet | England | 27 | Defender | 173 | n/a |
| T. Warren | England | 27 | Defender | 181 | n/a |
| Jude Jacob Soonsup-Bell | England | 22 | Midfielder | 182 | 74 |
| C. Casper | England | 21 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Neo Eccleston | England | 22 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| H. Brown | England | 19 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| F. Onoh | England | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| S. Auton | England | 19 | Goalkeeper | 185 | n/a |
| A. Graham | England | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| C. Hatton | England | 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 | 29 | 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 |
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