Crawley Town and Peterborough United face off in a pivotal League 1 match, with both teams looking to secure vital points as the season progresses. Crawley Town, currently averaging 1.05 goals per game, will need to capitalize on their home advantage to overcome Peterborough United, who boast a slightly higher average of 1.51 goals per game. The match is set to take place at Crawley's home ground, where they have shown resilience throughout the season.
The odds favor Peterborough United with a probability of 46.1% to win, compared to Crawley Town's 35.7%. The draw stands at 25.6%, indicating a closely contested match. Crawley Town's defensive vulnerabilities, with an average of 1.84 goals conceded per game, could be exploited by Peterborough's attacking prowess, led by Malik Mothersille, who has netted 11 goals this season.
Crawley Town's strengths lie in their possession game, averaging 56.37%, and their ability to create chances through dribbles, with 22.95 per game. However, their defense has been porous, conceding 1.84 goals per match, which could be a concern against Peterborough's efficient attack.
Peterborough United, on the other hand, have demonstrated a balanced approach with a possession rate of 55.14% and a solid defensive record, conceding 1.62 goals per game. Their offensive capabilities are highlighted by their 1.51 goals per game and a higher expected goals rate of 1.34.
Head-to-head statistics show a competitive rivalry, with both teams having their fair share of victories. Crawley Town will need to leverage their home advantage and improve their defensive organization to counter Peterborough's attacking threats.