- Oldham Athletic have won just one of their last five games in all competitions (D2, L2).
- Newport County FC have won one and lost four of their last five matches in all competitions.
- Oldham Athletic have failed to win any of their last three home games in all competitions (D2, L1).
Oldham Athletic
Oldham Athletic occupy 15th spot in the League Two table with 20 points from 16 games, putting them firmly in mid-table.
Oldham’s boss Micky Mellon has overseen a pragmatic 4-4-2 system that can morph into a narrow overload in the central areas, with high-tempo transitions and constant pressing in their own half.
Michael Mellon leads the line with three goals in ten League Two appearances for Oldham this season, and although his side are a threat going forward, the Oldham Athletic vs Newport County FC prediction suggests they’ve only netted six goals in eight home games in League Two.
Newport County
Newport County FC have picked up just 11 points from 16 League Two matches to date, leaving them at the foot of the table in 24th place.
Boss Leonardo Jardim has had a baptism of fire since his appointment in July 2024, tasked with trying to get the best out of a young and promising squad in what has been a tough campaign so far.
The Exiles have split their last two away games in League Two, winning once and losing once, but they come into this game off the back of a three-game losing streak which includes a 1-0 away defeat in League Two at Shrewsbury Town and a 1-0 home loss to Exeter City in the EFL Trophy.
Kai Whitmore has been the most impressive player for Newport County FC so far this season, netting three goals in 12 League Two outings. The winger can provide a spark for the struggling side.
This Oldham Athletic vs Newport County FC preview should help fans and bettors anticipate the dynamics of this intriguing matchup.
Reason for betting
While there is some rivalry between these sides, the Oldham Athletic vs Newport County FC prediction is more about momentum in the league table and pressure on the managers than anything else. Both need a result for different reasons, and the hosts have a much better chance of picking up all three points here.
The bookmakers have Oldham Athletic as clear favourites at 1.62, while Newport County FC are 5.14 with the draw coming in at 3.82.
We’re siding with the hosts here, with their form and position in the league being far superior to that of Newport County. A result on the road would be a huge boost for Oldham, and they have won a recent away game.
Newport County have been poor this year and may struggle against Oldham’s energetic pressing and ability to overload in the channels.
Our Oldham Athletic vs Newport County FC betting tips find Both Teams to Score at 1.85 looks like a decent bet considering Oldham have been struggling for goals at home, but Newport County can be picked apart.
