- Bristol City have played 4 games at Ashton Gate in all competitions (W2, D1, L1) scoring 2.00 goals and conceding 1.25 goals.
- Walsall FC have played 4 away games in all competitions (W1, D1, L2), scoring 1.50 goals and conceding 1.75 goals.
- Bristol City's recent form has been mixed, but they did enjoy a 4-1 victory over Newcastle, having lost 3-2 at Forest Green Rovers in their previous game.
Championship vs League Two at Ashton Gate
Bristol City are the clear favourite at 41/100, with Walsall FC priced at 27/5 and the draw at 77/20, which seems to reflect the status quo in terms of the two sides' abilities and the fact that Bristol City should have too much class on the night.
However, this looks like a classic cup tie where the Championship side should have the quality to edge it, but the League Two side can make it a bit of a dog fight.
The recent form of both sides has been a little mixed, but the Robins have at least had the better of the results, winning 3 and losing 4 of their last 10 across all tournaments (D3), while the Saddlers have lost 5 of their last 10 (W2, D3).
Two different styles should make for an interesting watch
Michael Skubala has his side playing a typical, structured, possession-based football, patiently building up in the right rhythm, but looking to put the ball in the net with real force once they get into the third of the field.
Lee Grant has Walsall set up in a more vertical fashion, where they're set up to pinch the ball in transition, press high and look to get men forward in an instant.
Lorent Tolaj has been Bristol City's most in-form player, scoring 3 of their 7 goals across the last 5 games, giving them a real threat up top. Meanwhile, Mason Hancock has been Walsall's danger man, bagging 2 of their 4 in the same period and having to shoulder a bigger share of the responsibility.
The bet that suits the matchup
There is a lot to like about Bristol City to Win and Over 1.5 Goals, as the odds reflect a lively game, while the Both Teams to Score: Yes market also appeals at 3/4. However, Over 2.5 Goals at 57/100 is a price that doesn't appeal, as the sides' recent goal numbers don't suggest this will be a goal fest.
