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League Two Rodney Parade

Scoring Trends

Newport

Grimsby

Goals Scored

2.38

1.5

Goals Conceded

1.13

1.06 Expected Goals (xG) 1.94

63%

Over 1.5

88%

50%

Over 2.5

75%

25%

Over 3.5

50%

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Grimsby hold a slight statistical advantage, though this match remains competitive. The game flow could swing back and forth as teams find their rhythm.

Their head-to-head record shows a history of competitive battles. With teams so evenly matched, the draw offers significant statistical value. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win26%

Draw26%

Away Win48%

Goals & Scoring

BTTS/GG: Yes48%

Over 1.5 Goals67%

Over 2.5 Goals49%

Match Events

45'

Cook A.

61'

Opoku N.

67'

Sub

Turi G. D. In: McEachran G.

Out: Turi G. D.

Previous Encounters

07 Feb 26 LEA

Newport

0:0

Grimsby

16 Aug 25 LEA

Grimsby ✓

2:1

Newport

22 Mar 25 LEA

Grimsby ✓

1:0

Newport

16 Nov 24 LEA

Newport

0:0

Grimsby

06 Apr 24 LEA

Grimsby ✓

1:0

Newport

Recent Form (Last 5)

Newport

Home Team

02 May

Barrow

1 : 2

Newport

25 Apr

Newport

3 : 2

Oldham

18 Apr

Cheltenham

1 : 0

Newport

11 Apr

Newport

2 : 1

Harrogate

06 Apr

Notts County

3 : 1

Newport

Grimsby

Away Team

02 May

Tranmere

1 : 1

Grimsby

25 Apr

Grimsby

4 : 0

Swindon

21 Apr

Cambridge Utd

1 : 2

Grimsby

18 Apr

Gillingham

1 : 4

Grimsby

14 Apr

Chesterfield

2 : 1

Grimsby

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Bromley	46	24	15	7	71:46	87
2	Milton Keynes Dons	46	24	14	8	86:45	86
3	Cambridge Utd	46	22	16	8	66:33	82
4	Salford	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
9	Swindon	46	22	9	15	70:59	75
10	Oldham	46	18	14	14	60:44	68
11	Crewe	46	19	10	17	64:58	67
12	Colchester	46	18	12	16	62:49	66
13	Walsall	46	18	11	17	56:56	65
14	Bristol Rovers	46	19	5	22	56:65	62
15	Fleetwood Town	46	15	16	15	57:58	61
16	Accrington	46	14	11	21	47:58	53
17	Gillingham	46	13	14	19	53:72	53
18	Cheltenham	46	14	10	22	53:79	52
19	Shrewsbury	46	13	10	23	42:69	49
20	Newport	46	12	7	27	48:77	43
21	Tranmere	46	10	11	25	54:79	41
22	Crawley Town	46	8	16	22	44:68	40
23	Harrogate	46	10	9	27	39:68	39
24	Barrow	46	9	9	28	45:78	36

Match Preview: Newport vs Grimsby

Fans of League Two turn their attention to the clash involving Newport and Grimsby. Scheduled for Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 15:01 UTC, the match will take place at Rodney Parade. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

Entering this game, both Newport and Grimsby are focused on their respective objectives for the season. Newport will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Grimsby aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

Previous meetings between these two sides often provide context for what to expect. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

Tactically, this game could be decided in the midfield battles. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Newport will try to assert dominance early, whereas Grimsby might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

The match atmosphere is expected to be electric, and tracking the game minute-by-minute adds to the excitement. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Modern football is often defined by the underlying numbers. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Three points here could be pivotal for the ambitions of either Newport or Grimsby. Momentum is crucial in League Two, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.