West Bromwich Albion vs Aldershot prediction and betting tips on January 7, 2024
A total of eight Sunday encounters are scheduled in the FA Cup, including the match between West Bromwich Albion and Aldershot. The forecast for the match between these mentioned clubs has been prepared by our analysts.
West Bromwich Albion
The "Throstles" require no introduction, having been founded long ago and having achieved considerable success at a high level. Currently competing in the Championship, West Bromwich Albion holds the fifth position. The chances of promotion are only through the playoffs, as they trail the second-place team by a significant 13 points. In the last round, the team suffered a 0-1 defeat away to Swansea, a disappointing result considering they outplayed their opponent but failed to capitalize on their chances. Promotion to the Premier League remains the priority for the season, although parting with the cup should not be taken lightly, especially considering the perceived passability of the upcoming opponent.
Aldershot
Even in England, not all fans are familiar with a club like Aldershot, as it was founded only in 1992 and represents a small town. The team competes in the National League, which is only the fifth-tier division. In their league, Aldershot holds the eighth position, while the playoffs for promotion are accessible to the top seven teams. The competition among the contenders is so tight that the club is only behind the fifth-place team by additional indicators. In the last round, they managed to win away against Woking with a score of 3-2, breaking a streak of three matches without a victory.
Statistics and match prediction
The opponents have never faced each other before, and they could only meet in cup competitions or friendly matches. Given the three-division gap between the teams, the favorite here appears evident. West Bromwich plays at home and is of a higher class, so they should easily progress further. We recommend placing a bet here on the home team's victory with a handicap of -1.5 goals.