Crawley Town vs Harrogate Town - Free AI Football Predictions with 80%+ Accuracy

MATCH OVERVIEW

Crawley Town welcomes Harrogate Town to the People's Pension Stadium for a pivotal League 2 match. Scheduled for January 31, 2026, at 3:00 PM, this encounter is crucial for both teams as they seek to improve their positions in the league standings. Crawley Town, playing at home, will look to leverage their familiarity with the pitch, while Harrogate Town aims to defy the odds and secure a vital away victory.

ODDS ANALYSIS

The average odds for this match suggest a favorable outcome for Crawley Town, with odds of 1.71 indicating a 58.5% probability of a home win. The draw is priced at 3.55, translating to a 28.2% chance, while Harrogate Town's odds of 4.56 suggest a 21.9% probability of an away victory. Based on these odds, Crawley Town is the clear favorite, but Harrogate Town's potential to surprise should not be underestimated.

TEAM ANALYSIS

Crawley Town

Crawley Town has shown a mixed form this season, with an average of 26 matches played. They have a strong offensive presence, averaging 1.12 goals per game and a high possession rate of 57.77%. However, their defense has been a concern, conceding an average of 1.81 goals per match. Their ability to control the game through possession and create scoring opportunities will be key.

Harrogate Town

Harrogate Town, on the other hand, has struggled offensively, averaging only 0.7 goals per game. Their possession rate of 47.56% indicates a more defensive approach. Despite their lower goal-scoring record, they have managed to maintain a solid defensive structure, conceding 1.63 goals per match. Their tactical focus will likely be on counter-attacks and set-pieces.

Head-to-Head

In previous encounters, Crawley Town has had the upper hand, but Harrogate Town has shown resilience. The tactical battle will be intriguing, with Crawley Town's possession-based play against Harrogate Town's defensive solidity.

KEY PLAYERS SPOTLIGHT

Crawley Town

• Harry McKirdy: Leading scorer with 6 goals, McKirdy's form will be crucial.
• Kabongo Tshimanga: With 4 goals, his partnership with McKirdy could be decisive.

Harrogate Town

• Jack Muldoon: Top scorer with 5 goals, Muldoon's experience is vital.
• Stephen Duke-McKenna: Also with 5 goals, his creativity will be key in breaking down Crawley's defense.

STATISTICAL DEEP DIVE

• Crawley Town: High possession (57.77%) and expected goals (1.54) indicate a strong attacking side.
• Harrogate Town: Defensive resilience with 1.63 goals conceded per match and a focus on counter-attacks.
• Both Teams to Score: Crawley Town's 61.54% BTTS rate suggests a high likelihood of both teams finding the net.

PREDICTION AND CONCLUSION

Crawley Town's home advantage and superior attacking metrics make them favorites. However, Harrogate Town's defensive capabilities and potential for counter-attacks could lead to an upset. Expect a closely contested match with Crawley Town edging it.

Final Score Prediction: Crawley Town 2-1 Harrogate Town Half Time Score Prediction: Crawley Town 1-0 Harrogate Town Both Teams to Score Probability: 65% Over 2.5 Goals Probability: 60%

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