Bitesize Prediction: Grimsby vs Accrington Stanley – 14/10/23

Competition: League Two

Market: Both teams to score

Odds: 8/11 @ BetUS

In what could prove to be an enjoyable affair from Blundell Park on Saturday afternoon, Grimsby will welcome Accrington Stanley to town.

Starting with the hosts, while Grimsby might have shocked many across League Two last season as they claimed a top-half finish, the Mariners have struggled to find a similar level this time around. Putting in another downbeat performance while on EFL Trophy duties midweek as they were hit with a 2-1 loss at home against Bradford, Paul Hurst’s men have managed to muster just a single win from any of their last eight appearances across all formats. With that extended rut stemming all the way back to September 2nd, the one-time Southend boss will have a mounting headache over his side’s extended issues at the back. With their nightmare spell underlined by an action-packed 3-2 loss at the hands of Crawley last month, Grimsby have also gained a reputation for their lively outcomes. It is worth noting, Hurst’s squad have seen each of their previous five showdowns finish with both teams getting on the scoresheet.

As for the visitors, while Accrington Stanley might have shown their own extended issues since losing their League One status last season, John Coleman’s men will be boosted by their recent turn in fortunes over the past week. Putting in an action-packed performance while on EFL Trophy duties in midweek as they claimed a 5-3 victory against Harrogate, the Lancashire-based outfit have now secured back-to-back wins for the first time since the end of August. Last seen in fourth-tier action landing a 2-1 win against Forest Green, some around the Crown Ground still have their sights set on mounting a genuine play-off charge. However, without a single clean sheet to their name in their last eight outings, neutrals could be treated to an enjoyable affair here. It is worth noting, with Accrington seeing four of their previous five showdowns outside of Lancashire finish with both teams finding the net, we are expecting a similar outcome on Saturday afternoon.

Bet: Both teams to score at Grimsby vs Accrington Stanley 8/11 for Saturday’s League Two showdown @ BetUS