Cambridge vs Salford Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 21 Mar 2026
League Two Betting Preview: Cambridge vs Salford
Cambridge host Salford at Abbey Stadium, with kick-off set for 08:30 on Saturday 21 March.
There’s a strong case for siding with Cambridge when it comes to the Full-Time Result betting market. We think the favourites could prove too strong for Salford and odds of -115 are attractive.
Cambridge United drew on the road in their last game. A 0-0 scoreline was played out against Walsall at Poundland Bescot Stadium.
Salford City claimed a home victory in their previous game. A 3-1 triumph against Barrow at Peninsula Stadium made it four straight wins.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The most recent clash between the teams saw Cambridge draw 0-0 away to Salford at Peninsula Stadium. The previous 5 H2H meetings have involved three Salford wins, a single draw and one Cambridge victory.
| League Two | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Cambridge |
37 | 19 | 12 | 6 | 55 | 28 | 27 | 55:28 | 69 |
| 5 | Salford |
38 | 21 | 4 | 13 | 54 | 47 | 7 | 54:47 | 67 |
Cambridge vs Salford Prediction & Betting Tips
Our expert Cambridge vs Salford betting tips include a main match prediction, a correct score pick and bet builder advice. Explore each section below for detailed insights.
Match Prediction
Our opinion is that Cambridge will prove too strong for their opponents and we’ll therefore take the -115 for this League Two game. This bet really stands out when it comes to securing value.
Our football predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest League Two data.
Key Cambridge vs Salford league stats:
The best betting apps make it a 53.5% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
Those who are looking for bigger odds when backing Cambridge should consider the Asian Handicap. Place a wager on them to cover the line that makes the most appeal.
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Correct Score Prediction
Our prediction for the correct score is Cambridge to land a 1-0 victory and this is available at +500. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.
Bet Builder Tips
We’re happy to go with a bet builder that has Cambridge to win, less than three goals in total along with one or both teams drawing a blank.
It’s now possible to place a bet builder on each individual football game. You need all your predictions to be correct and many readers love to place a tailored bet on the clash which interests them most.
Cambridge vs Salford Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
With a 53% prospect of triumphing according to the 1x2 odds, Cambridge United are favourites to come out on top in this League Two clash and they’re available at -115 with the bookmakers. Salford City are the outsiders at +290 which suggests a lower likelihood of winning.
You can choose Cambridge -0.5 or Salford +0.5 at respective Asian Handicap odds of -122 and -116. The former is the same as betting the favourites to win, with the latter giving you a return if it’s a draw.
If you think there will be two goals or less during the ninety minutes, then Under 2.5 Goals is a potential option. A different approach is a Both Teams to Score bet and Yes has been priced at -132.
When it comes to every League Two match, you will find hundreds of markets available. Go through the various attractive options which are available at the best football betting sites.
Cambridge haven’t lost any of their past six games at Abbey Stadium. The U's have collected six wins, three draws and one defeat in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 2.20 goals per match and conceding 0.90.
Salford have recorded six victories, three defeats and one draw in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.60 goals per game and conceding 1.20.
Cambridge beat Salford 2-1 when the teams last met at Abbey Stadium.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cambridge Home Stats |
6-3-1 | 3.10 | 2.20 | 0.90 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 4 | |
Salford Away Stats |
6-1-3 | 2.80 | 1.60 | 1.20 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 4 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
Cambridge League Stats
Salford League Stats
- 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 7 wins and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.00 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Cambridge this season are Ben Knight (8), Sullay Kaikai (8), Louis Appere (7)
- Top Assistors for Cambridge this season are James Brophy (7), James Gibbons (5), Ben Knight (3)
Cambridge vs Salford Lineups & Team News
Stay informed and review the Cambridge vs Salford team news before placing your bets. We’ll bring you both the expected and confirmed lineups for League Two, along with current injury news.
Previous Cambridge Lineups
Previous Salford Lineups
Cambridge Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Neil Harris
Salford Player Stats & Squad
League Two Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bromley | 38 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 61:36 | 76 |
| 2 | MK Dons | 38 | 21 | 11 | 6 | 75:37 | 74 |
| 3 | Cambridge | 37 | 19 | 12 | 6 | 55:28 | 69 |
| 4 | Notts County | 37 | 20 | 7 | 10 | 60:37 | 67 |
| 5 | Salford | 38 | 21 | 4 | 13 | 54:47 | 67 |
| 6 | Swindon | 38 | 20 | 6 | 12 | 62:45 | 66 |
| 7 | Grimsby | 37 | 16 | 11 | 10 | 51:40 | 59 |
| 8 | Chesterfield | 38 | 15 | 14 | 9 | 60:52 | 59 |
| 9 | Crewe | 38 | 16 | 9 | 13 | 54:47 | 57 |
| 10 | Walsall | 38 | 16 | 9 | 13 | 46:40 | 57 |
| 11 | Oldham | 36 | 14 | 13 | 9 | 43:31 | 55 |
| 12 | Barnet | 38 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 46:42 | 54 |
| 13 | Colchester | 37 | 14 | 11 | 12 | 50:40 | 53 |
| 14 | Fleetwood | 38 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 47:46 | 51 |
| 15 | Accr. Stanley | 37 | 13 | 9 | 15 | 38:41 | 48 |
| 16 | Gillingham | 37 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 43:54 | 45 |
| 17 | Cheltenham | 37 | 11 | 9 | 17 | 41:60 | 42 |
| 18 | Shrewsbury | 38 | 11 | 8 | 19 | 37:59 | 41 |
| 19 | Bristol Rovers | 38 | 12 | 4 | 22 | 38:59 | 40 |
| 20 | Tranmere | 38 | 9 | 9 | 20 | 48:68 | 36 |
| 21 | Crawley | 38 | 6 | 13 | 19 | 36:59 | 31 |
| 22 | Newport | 38 | 8 | 7 | 23 | 38:65 | 31 |
| 23 | Harrogate | 38 | 7 | 9 | 22 | 29:57 | 30 |
| 24 | Barrow | 37 | 7 | 8 | 22 | 36:58 | 29 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cambridge | 18 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 33:12 | 41 |
| 2 | Bromley | 19 | 11 | 8 | 0 | 35:19 | 41 |
| 3 | MK Dons | 19 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 35:16 | 38 |
| 4 | Notts County | 19 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 35:19 | 36 |
| 5 | Salford | 19 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 29:23 | 36 |
| 6 | Swindon | 19 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 32:21 | 34 |
| 7 | Crewe | 19 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 30:24 | 34 |
| 8 | Grimsby | 19 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 28:17 | 32 |
| 9 | Chesterfield | 19 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 32:22 | 31 |
| 10 | Colchester | 18 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 28:17 | 29 |
| 11 | Oldham | 18 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 21:15 | 28 |
| 12 | Fleetwood | 19 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 29:27 | 28 |
| 13 | Accr. Stanley | 19 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 21:21 | 28 |
| 14 | Barnet | 19 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 26:23 | 26 |
| 15 | Shrewsbury | 19 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 18:21 | 26 |
| 16 | Walsall | 19 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 19:21 | 25 |
| 17 | Gillingham | 19 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 24:30 | 25 |
| 18 | Bristol Rovers | 19 | 8 | 1 | 10 | 21:27 | 25 |
| 19 | Cheltenham | 18 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 22:24 | 24 |
| 20 | Crawley | 19 | 4 | 8 | 7 | 24:26 | 20 |
| 21 | Tranmere | 19 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 20:32 | 17 |
| 22 | Newport | 19 | 3 | 4 | 12 | 18:32 | 13 |
| 23 | Barrow | 18 | 3 | 4 | 11 | 11:25 | 13 |
| 24 | Harrogate | 19 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 12:31 | 12 |
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