Explore My Football Facts' detailed preview for Salford City vs Grimsby Town in the League Two. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:15 BST match.
Fixture Information
| Fixture | Salford City vs Grimsby Town |
|---|---|
| Competition | League Two |
| Date | Friday, 15 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 19:15 BST |
| Venue | The Peninsula Stadium |
Match Prediction: Salford City 2-1 Grimsby Town
Prediction Stats
Fulltime Result Probability
Both Teams To Score Probability
Over/Under 2.5 Probability
Last 5 Meetings
| League | Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | 10 May 2026 |  Grimsby Town vs  Salford City |
1 – 2 | Blundell Park |
| League Two | 03 Mar 2026 | Grimsby Town vs Salford City |
3 – 1 | Blundell Park |
| League Two | 04 Oct 2025 | Salford City vs Grimsby Town |
0 – 2 | The Peninsula Stadium |
| League Two | 15 Mar 2025 | Grimsby Town vs Salford City |
0 – 1 | Blundell Park |
| League Two | 12 Oct 2024 | Salford City vs Grimsby Town |
1 – 2 | The Peninsula Stadium |
Salford City come into this on the back of a 2-1 away win over Grimsby Town, and that result gives them a clear recent reference point for how this matchup can go. Their last five league games also show a solid defensive base, with two 0-0 draws and only one defeat in that run. Grimsby Town have been more mixed, with three wins, one draw and one loss in their last five league matches, so they have shown they can score but have not been as steady.
With no xG data available, the most reliable guide is the recent results and the head-to-head pattern, which has been tight and often decided by one goal. Salford City’s home advantage at The Peninsula Stadium and their latest win over Grimsby make them the more straightforward pick in a close game. Match Prediction: Salford City 2-1 Grimsby Town
Form Guide & Team Overview
Salford City
Salford City’s recent league form is steady rather than spectacular, but it is effective. They have won three of their last five league matches, drawn two and are unbeaten in that run, including a 2-1 away win over Grimsby Town.
The clean sheets against Crawley Town and Gillingham also point to a side that has been difficult to break down. At the same time, they have scored in four of those five league games, so they have been doing enough at both ends to stay competitive.
Salford City Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | 10 May 2026 | Grimsby Town vs Salford City |
1 – 2 | W | Blundell Park |
| League Two | 2 May 2026 |  Crawley Town vs Salford City |
0 – 0 | D | The People's Pension Stadium |
| League Two | 23 Apr 2026 | Salford City vs  Bromley |
2 – 0 | W | The Peninsula Stadium |
| League Two | 18 Apr 2026 |  Oldham Athletic vs Salford City |
1 – 2 | W | Boundary Park |
| League Two | 11 Apr 2026 | Salford City vs  Gillingham |
0 – 0 | D | The Peninsula Stadium |
Grimsby Town
Grimsby Town’s recent league form has been stronger for wins, but less consistent overall. They have taken three wins from their last five league matches, but that run also includes a draw and the recent 2-1 home loss to Salford City.
Their results show they can produce goals, with 4-0 against Swindon Town and 4-1 against Gillingham standing out. Even so, the defeat to Salford and the draw at Tranmere Rovers suggest they have not been as reliable when the game is tighter.
Grimsby Town Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | 10 May 2026 | Grimsby Town vs Salford City |
1 – 2 | L | Blundell Park |
| League Two | 2 May 2026 |  Tranmere Rovers vs Grimsby Town |
1 – 1 | D | Prenton Park |
| League Two | 25 Apr 2026 | Grimsby Town vs  Swindon Town |
4 – 0 | W | Blundell Park |
| League Two | 21 Apr 2026 |  Cambridge United vs Grimsby Town |
1 – 2 | W | Abbey Stadium |
| League Two | 18 Apr 2026 | Gillingham vs Grimsby Town |
1 – 4 | W | MEMS Priestfield Stadium |
Team News & Injury Report
Salford City
- Josh Austerfield (Ankle Injury)
Grimsby Town
- Jude Soonsup-Bell (Head Injury)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Salford City (4-4-2)
Predicted lineup: Matthew Young (Goalkeeper), Adebola Oluwo (Defender), Brandon Cooper (Defender), Haji Mnoga (Defender), Luke Garbutt (Defender), TBC (Midfielder), Kelly N'Mai (Midfielder), Matt Butcher (Midfielder), Ryan Graydon (Midfielder), Daniel Udoh (Attacker), Kallum Cesay (Attacker)
Salford City’s predicted 4-4-2 should give them a compact shape with two banks of four when they are out of possession. That setup can also support quick transitions, with Daniel Udoh and Kallum Cesay able to stay high and give them an outlet.
Grimsby Town (4-1-4-1)
Predicted lineup: J. Smith (Goalkeeper), Cameron McJannett (Defender), Harvey Rodgers (Defender), Maldini Kacurri (Defender), R. Staunton (Defender), Clarke Oduor (Midfielder), Géza Dávid Turi (Midfielder), Jaze Kabia (Midfielder), Justin Amaluzor (Midfielder), Kieran Green (Midfielder), Andy Cook (Attacker)
Grimsby Town’s predicted 4-1-4-1 should provide a screening midfielder in front of the defence and help them stay organised centrally. It also leaves Andy Cook as the main reference point up front, with the midfield line expected to support him from deeper areas.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
| Salford City | Grimsby Town | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Salford City | Grimsby Town | Daniel Udoh against Cameron McJannett could be important because Salford will want Udoh’s movement to test Grimsby’s defensive line. |
| Salford City | Grimsby Town | Kelly N'Mai against Clarke Oduor is a key midfield duel that may decide which side can control the tempo and second balls. |
| Salford City | Grimsby Town | Daniel Udoh is key for Salford City because he has been part of their recent scoring output and gives them a direct threat in the final third. |
| Salford City | Grimsby Town | Andy Cook is key for Grimsby Town because he is the lone attacker in the predicted shape and the main player to finish their attacks. |
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