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Wigan vs Stockport County

League OneSaturday, 5 September 202611:30 UTCThe Brick Community Stadium, Wigan
WiganWigan(H)
vs
(A)Stockport CountyStockport County

Match Prediction

We say:

WIG 23 STO

Betting Tip

Double chance : draw or Stockport County

Win Probability

31%
34%
34%
WIG 31%Draw 34%34% STO
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Match Preview

Wigan come into this on the back of a mixed run of form, having taken 6 points from their last 5 matches. They have scored freely averaging 1.6 goals per game, while conceding 1.8.

On the other side, Stockport County have had a contrasting run of results. Stockport County are experiencing a mixed run with 0 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats from their last 0 outings. In recent encounters between these sides, the results have been fairly evenly split, with 2 home wins, 1 away wins and 3 draws. With 13 goals in 6 games (2.2 per match), the fixture has tended to be more measured.

Tactically, this promises to be an intriguing contest. The midfield battle will be crucial, and the team that can control the tempo of the game will likely emerge victorious. Wigan will look to assert their authority early and put pressure on Stockport County's defence. If they can convert their dominance into goals, it could be a long afternoon for the visitors.

This is a closely contested fixture, with the model suggesting a draw is the most likely outcome. The predicted scoreline of 2-3 reflects the evenly matched nature of the contest. Confidence in this prediction stands at 45%. Kick-off in the League One awaits.

Wigan Key Points

  • Home advantage at familiar venue
  • Strong attacking transitions
  • Set-piece efficiency

Stockport County Key Points

  • Compact defensive structure
  • Counter-attacking speed
  • Midfield press resistance

Team News

Projected Lineups

WiganWiganFormation: 3-4-2-1Predicted
1
J. WalshGK
23
J. CarragherDEF
5
F. BurnsDEF
22
J. MellishDEF
8
M. PowerMID
10
R. WalshMID
6
J. WeirMID
2
C. BarrettMID
7
F. MurrayMID
49
R. DarcyMID
11
D. CostelloeFWD

Predicted lineup — based on recent form, not yet confirmed.

Substitutes
12 T. Watson(GK)12 T. Watson(GK)53 Sam Bolland(DEF)15 C. Llyton(DEF)4 J. Chilokoa-Mullen(DEF)3 M. Fox(DEF)16 Archie Harris(DEF)
Stockport CountyStockport CountyFormation: 3-4-3Predicted
7
J. DiamondFWD
19
K. WoottonFWD
16
H. WoodFWD
4
L. BateMID
10
O. NorwoodMID
15
R. GloverMID
23
B. OsbornMID
24
Kyron Silveria GordonDEF
6
E. O'ConnellDEF
5
E. PyeDEF
1
Oliver WhatmuffGK

Predicted lineup — based on recent form, not yet confirmed.

Substitutes
26 L. Ashby-Hammond(GK)51 C. O'Shea(GK)21 O. Moxon(DEF)25 A. Hoskonen(DEF)12 T. Wilson-Brown(DEF)2 J. Dacres-Cogley(DEF)33 B. Hills(DEF)

Subject to last-minute changes


Head-to-Head

1 Wigan wins3 draws2 Stockport County wins
DateCompetitionHomeScoreAway
2026-02-21League OneStockport County4 - 2Wigan
2025-11-11EFL TrophyStockport County1 - 1Wigan
2025-08-30League OneWigan1 - 1Stockport County
2025-08-26League CupWigan1 - 0Stockport County
2025-02-15League OneWigan0 - 2Stockport County
2024-10-05League OneStockport County0 - 0Wigan

Wigan — Last 5 Matches

LWLLW
Cambridge United2-3
League One
Aston Villa U213-2
EFL Trophy
Leyton Orient0-2
League One
AFC Wimbledon0-1
League One
Milton Keynes Dons3-1
League One

Stockport County — Last 5 Matches

Wigan — Next 5 Matches

Wigan vs Stockport CountySat 5 Sept
League One
Sheffield Wednesday vs WiganSat 12 Sept
League One
Wigan vs WycombeSat 19 Sept
League One
Wigan vs BlackpoolTue 22 Sept
EFL Trophy
Leicester vs WiganSat 26 Sept
League One

Stockport County — Next 5 Matches

Wigan vs Stockport CountySat 5 Sept
League One
Stockport County vs LeicesterSat 12 Sept
League One
Sheffield Wednesday vs Stockport CountySat 19 Sept
League One
Stockport County vs PeterboroughSat 26 Sept
League One
Oxford United vs Stockport CountySat 3 Oct
League One

Match Odds

BookmakerHomeDrawAway
10Bet3.103.452.18
William Hill2.903.402.20
Bet3653.203.302.10
Marathonbet3.003.462.22
Unibet2.803.452.38
Betfair3.003.602.20
BetVictor2.883.402.20
Pinnacle2.983.632.25
SBO2.693.092.10
1xBet3.003.462.24
Betano3.053.402.22
Dafabet3.153.552.22

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