Stoke City vs Norwich prediction and betting tips on March 16, 2024
The central fixture of the 38th round of the Championship will take place on Saturday in Stoke-on-Trent, where the local Stoke City will host Norwich at the Bet365 Stadium. Here is the prediction for this match from the experts at Dailysports.
Stoke City
The "Potters" are engaged in a battle to maintain their status in the second-tier English division. In recent matches, Stoke City has gathered crucial points, enabling them to escape the relegation zone and distance themselves from pursuers. Presently, Stoke City has entrenched itself in the 19th position in the league table, holding a three-point lead over the relegation zone. In their last match, Alex Neil's team secured a 2-1 away victory against Preston, with the winning goal scored three minutes before the end of regulation time. This victory marked their second win in the last three matches, following a period of just one win in six matches prior to that.
Norwich
Meanwhile, the "Canaries" have significantly improved their position over the past month. While Norwich occupied the ninth position in early February, they have since climbed into the top six, joining the battle for promotion to the Premier League. In their recent fixture, David Wagner's team convincingly defeated Rotherham United 5-0 at home. This victory marked their third win in the last five matches, with only one defeat during this period against Middlesbrough. It's worth noting that all of Norwich's recent victories have been achieved at home. Moreover, Norwich remains unbeaten in their last 12 home matches across all competitions. However, their away record presents a stark contrast. In the Championship, David Wagner's team has won only one away match out of their last eight, losing on five occasions.
Interesting facts about the match and the history of personal encounters
• In the first round, Norwich defeated Stoke City at home with a score of 1-0.
• In the last two matches of this confrontation, no more than one goal was scored, whereas in the four matches prior to that, "Total over 3.5" was achieved.
• In the last five matches at Stoke City's ground, Norwich has secured two victories, while Stoke City has won only once.
Stoke City vs Norwich Prediction
If the match were taking place at Norwich's ground, the choice of bet would be evident. However, the "Canaries" appear vulnerable away from home, so it's preferable to opt for "Stoke City with a (0) handicap" with odds of 1.85.
