Spalding United vs Worksop Town Prediction

Spalding United meet Worksop Town in the National League North on Saturday, 29 August 2026, at 14:00. The home side have had a tricky start, managing just two wins in their last ten games, while Worksop have piled up seven victories and a comfortable +13 goal difference over the same period.

Spalding United's recent league run has been patchy. They lost at Chester 1-0, drew 0-0 with Macclesfield, and lost 0-1 to Oxford City before their 2-0 win at Radcliffe. Their home record is especially concerning: only one win in their last six home fixtures, with just 1.00 goals scored per game and 1.33 conceded. That defensive output at home is their main positive, but their attack has been quiet.

Worksop Town, by contrast, have been much steadier. Their last ten games have included seven wins, no draws, and three losses. They average 2.50 goals scored and 1.20 conceded per game. At home they have won 83.3% of their last six, but their away record is less dominant: two wins and two losses in their last four away games, with 1.75 goals scored and 1.75 conceded per game.

The most recent league form is mixed for both sides. Worksop lost 0-3 at Hereford and 0-1 to Hebburn before beating AFC Telford 2-1. Spalding have lost twice in their last three league matches. Still, Worksop’s overall strength, goal difference, and superior recent results give them the edge on paper.

Head-to-head history leans Worksop’s way. In three matches between the sides, Worksop have won two and Spalding have won one. The last meeting in 2020 ended 0-2 at Spalding, and the 2019 fixtures saw a 4-1 Spalding win and a 0-2 Worksop win.

Goal expectancy points to a competitive match with a slight edge to the visitors. Spalding are expected to score 1.38 goals, while Worksop are expected to score 1.54. That suggests the away side will have the better chance of finding the net, even if Spalding’s home defence keeps them competitive.

Both sides have had seven days rest and have played three matches in the last 14 days, so fatigue is unlikely to be a major factor.

Odds currently have Spalding United as the home favourites at 2.25, with Worksop Town priced at 2.70. The market also suggests a fairly balanced game, with Over 2.5 Goals at 1.80 and Under 2.5 Goals at 2.00.

Key Points:

• Spalding United have just one win in their last six home games and average only 1.00 goals scored at home.

• Worksop Town have won seven of their last ten games and hold a +13 goal difference.

• Worksop’s away form is 50% wins, but their overall record and goal difference are strong.

• Spalding’s recent league form has been poor, with two losses and one draw in their last three.

• Goal expectancies: Spalding 1.38, Worksop 1.54.

• Odds: Home 2.25, Away 2.70, Draw 3.40.

In summary, Worksop Town offer value as the underdog at 2.70 odds, so the recommended bet is Away Win.