Dan Childs has shared his predictions for the upcoming EFL matches scheduled for Saturday afternoon. Among his selections, Lincoln City stands out as a team likely to maintain their momentum in the League One promotion race.
Lincoln City vs. Exeter City: Key Insights
Lincoln City, currently positioned well in League One, will face Exeter City at Sincil Bank. The Imps have made a strong start this season, accumulating 21 points from ten matches.
Last week, Lincoln showcased their strength with a decisive 3-0 victory over Peterborough. Their recent performance follows a narrow loss to Chelsea in the EFL Cup, where they were competitive throughout the match.
In contrast, Exeter, sitting at 18th place, is struggling with a five-game losing streak. Manager Gary Caldwell’s team has faced difficulties, particularly in physical confrontations, indicating a challenging match ahead.
Preston North End vs. Charlton Athletic: Match Preview
Preston North End, currently seventh in the Championship, will try to bounce back after a disappointing draw against Hull City. They will host Charlton Athletic, who sit in ninth position.
Preston has recently claimed victories against notable opponents such as Leicester and Ipswich. They aim to capitalize on their home advantage at Deepdale, where they seek to extend their unbeaten record against Charlton, who have lost only two of their last eight games.
Cambridge United vs. Crawley Town: Expectations
Cambridge United will take on Crawley Town at Abbey Stadium, with the home team hoping to improve their current standing. With 15 points from ten matches, Cambridge’s ambition is to secure promotion.
Recent performances have seen the return of key players like Shayne Lavery, who is expected to make a significant impact after his recovery from injury. This could pose challenges for Crawley, who have struggled defensively, conceding six goals in their previous two games.
MK Dons vs. Gillingham: Predictions
Following a brief unbeaten run, Gillingham will look to recover from their recent loss against Harrogate. Traveling to face MK Dons, Gillingham has not lost away since March.
The Dons, currently facing injury issues and a string of home losses, will face a resilient Gillingham side determined to secure at least a point in this matchup.
Dan Childs’ Betting Tips
- Bet on Lincoln to win against Exeter.
- Preston to achieve maximum points against Charlton.
- Cambridge to secure a win over Crawley.
- Gillingham to avoid defeat against MK Dons.
Acca and First Goalscorer Suggestions
Childs has also suggested an accumulator bet featuring Lincoln, Plymouth, Bromley, and Cambridge. His first goalscorer pick is Lorent Tolaj from Plymouth, who has demonstrated impressive form this season.
