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Oldham vs Walsall

Boundary Park, Oldham, Greater Manchester22 October 2019 at 19:45
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Referee: O. Yates

Match Events

Oldham
Walsall
Kick Off
Half Time
46′
C. PringZ. Jules
52′Matt Sadler
55′
R. GaffneyC. Norman
S. Wilson

assist: A. Iacovitti

55′
D. Segbé Azankpo

assist: J. Smith

69′
74′
Z. JulesS. Facey
Alex Iacovitti80′
Filipe MoraisC. Eagles
85′
D. Segbé AzankpoZ. Emmerson
86′
S. WilsonR. Gaskell
90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal4
7Shots off Goal7
15Total Shots12
3Blocked Shots1
7Shots insidebox6
8Shots outsidebox6
14Fouls5
6Corner Kicks3
0Offsides3
48%Ball Possession52%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards1
4Goalkeeper Saves3
379Total passes409
280Passes accurate306
74%Passes %75%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Oldham is —, compared to 6.30 for Walsall. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Oldham's highest-rated starter is —, while Walsall's best-rated player is J. Gordon (6.30).

Defensive Solidity

Oldham deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Walsall's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Oldham field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Walsall's 4 rated 6.30. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Oldham start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Walsall averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Oldham and 100% for Walsall. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Age & Experience

The average age of Oldham's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Walsall average 31.0 (youngest: J. Gordon (31), oldest: J. Gordon (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Oldham's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 1 for Walsall. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Oldham4-4-24-4-2Walsall
GKDEFMIDFWD
20Paz31Wheater3Iacovit.26Smith6Stott34Hamer8Morais25McCann17Missilou16Wilson19Azankpo13Rose4Sadler5Clarke6Scarr3Pring7Sinclair20Bates30Gaffney10Gordon15Holden11Adebayo

Substitutes

Coach: L. Banide

Substitutes

Coach: D. Clarke

OldhamPosition StrengthWalsall
Avg Rating
6.30
Midfielder (4 v 4)6.30
0G 0A0G 0A
Oldham4-4-2
20GoalkeeperZ. de la Paz
31DefenderD. Wheater
3DefenderA. Iacovitti
6DefenderJ. Stott
34DefenderT. Hamer
26MidfielderJ. Smith
8MidfielderFilipe Morais
25MidfielderC. McCann
17MidfielderC. Missilou
16ForwardS. Wilson
19ForwardD. Segbé Azankpo
Walsall4-4-2
13GoalkeeperJ. Rose
4DefenderM. Sadler
5DefenderJ. Clarke
6DefenderD. Scarr
3DefenderC. Pring
7MidfielderS. Sinclair
20MidfielderA. Bates
10MidfielderJ. Gordon6.3
15MidfielderR. Holden
30ForwardR. Gaffney
11ForwardE. Adebayo

Match Summary

Oldham defeated Walsall 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2019. Goals were scored by S. Wilson 55′, D. Segbé Azankpo 69′. 1 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Oldham had 48% possession while Walsall held 52%. Oldham had 15 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for Walsall. Oldham made 3 substitutions, Walsall made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Oldham vs Walsall Head to Head Results

21 stretnutí
Oldham
6
wins
Drawn
5
Walsall
10
wins
Total goals
49 · 2.3/match
Both scored
13/21 · 62%
Over 2.5
9/21 · 43%

Recent Form

Oldham

WLLLLD

Walsall

LLWLLD

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Walsall dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Oldham2wins
1draws7 meetings
Walsall4wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.9

Average goals per game

57%

Games with 3+ goals

71%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (25%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (38%) — the odds may underestimate Walsall.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.8%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 38.9%Draw 29.2%Away 35.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.553.302.70
Max2.603.502.90
Over 2.5: 47.6%Under 2.5: 58.8%
Market favourite: · Even contest

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market37.6%28.0%34.4%
Public market38.3%27.9%33.7%

Oldham vs Walsall — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Oldham
Result vs. Market: Oldham (39%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

OldhamHalf-time:00Walsall
15Shots12
5Shots on target4

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
29/12/25Walsall1–2Oldham1.96/3.25/3.70
10/12/25Oldham0–1Walsall2.50/3.20/2.65
15/03/22Walsall2–1Oldham2.01/3.38/3.87
19/10/21Oldham1–3Walsall2.81/3.11/2.64
16/01/21Walsall1–1Oldham2.20/3.42/3.24
15/12/20Oldham2–3Walsall2.92/3.23/2.50
22/10/19Oldham2–0Walsall2.57/3.42/2.80

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Oldham

W 67D 62L 92
Over 2.554
Goals scored289

Away Record: Walsall

W 132D 109L 117
Over 2.545
Goals scored444

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026