Carlisle vs Salford Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 03 May 2025
Over 2.5 Looks Value
We think goals could be on the menu when relegated Carlisle go up against play-off chasing Salford and we’ll play the Total Goals market. You can get -138 that there are Over 2.5 scored and those odds have plenty of juice.
Carlisle Landed 1-0 Victory in Previous H2H
Carlisle United were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 3-2 loss against Cheltenham Town at The Completely-Suzuki Stadium.
Salford City claimed a 4-1 home victory over Colchester United at Peninsula Stadium in their previous game.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Carlisle overcame Salford away when the sides last clashed. It was a 1-0 scoreline at Peninsula Stadium. Carlisle have four wins from the previous 8 H2H meetings, with two draws and two Salford triumphs also happening.
Confirmed Lineups
Carlisle confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Gabriel Breeze (GK), Jack Ellis, Aaron Hayden, Terell Thomas, Cameron Harper, Sean Fusire, Callum Whelan, Kadeem Harris, Stephen Wearne, Georgie Kelly, Matthew Dennis.
Salford confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Matthew Young (GK), Liam Shephard, Curtis Tilt, Luke Garbutt, Haji Mnoga, Ossama Ashley, Tyrese Fornah, Hakeeb Adelakun, Benjamin Woodburn, Cole Stockton, Kelly N'Mai.
Carlisle vs Salford Prediction & Betting Tips
We can’t pass up the chance to back Over 2.5 Goals, with this League Two encounter set to feature a combined three goals or more. Take odds of -138 that this outcome happens with confidence.
We’re keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the best stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.
Key Carlisle vs Salford league stats:
Over 2.5 Probability
When you look at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 57.9% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 60-65%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.
Going down the Bet Builder route enables bettors to secure a larger price when it comes to wagering Over 2.5 Goals. Add in extra picks for the chance to scoop a potentially bigger pay out.

Correct Score Prediction
One bet that has caught our eye is Salford to claim a 2-1 correct score win. This selection is available at +650 meaning that a winning selection will yield a nice return.
Carlisle vs Salford Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
Salford Favourites to Win According to Bookies
Salford City are the -150 favourites and that means a 60% chance of winning this League Two match according to the betting odds at the bookies. Carlisle United are the +333.3 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.
For those expecting a high-scoring game, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price.
The good news is that you can access hundreds of markets for any League Two match. All the leading football betting sites have a massive range of pre-match and In-Play betting options.







- League Two: 09/11 2024 Salford 0 Carlisle 1
- League Two: 29/04 2023 Carlisle 2 Salford 3
- League Two: 19/11 2022 Salford 1 Carlisle 4
- League Two: 01/02 2022 Salford 2 Carlisle 1
- League Two: 04/09 2021 Carlisle 2 Salford 1
- League Two: 20/02 2021 Salford 1 Carlisle 1
- League Two: 02/12 2020 Carlisle 2 Salford 1
- League Two: 24/08 2019 Carlisle 2 Salford 2


- 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.50 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 8 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Carlisle this season are Georgie Kelly (5), Matthew Dennis (5), Sam Lavelle (4)
- Top Assistors for Carlisle this season are Cameron Harper (3), Elliot Embleton (3), Stephen Wearne (3)
Carlisle vs Salford Lineups & Team News
Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Carlisle vs Salford team news.
The League Two squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.
Carlisle Confirmed Lineup 4-3-1-2
Salford Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Carlisle Confirmed Lineup 4-3-1-2
Salford Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Carlisle Substitutes
- 1Harry Lewis
- 8Callum Guy
- 14Paul Dummett
- 17Joe Hugill
- 26Benjamin Barclay
- 31Sam Hetherington
- 44Elliot Embleton
Salford Substitutes
- 1Jamie Jones
- 7Ryan Watson
- 8Matthew Lund
- 11Jon Taylor
- 18Conor McAleny
- 28Lewis Warrington
- 33Josh Austerfield
Previous Carlisle Lineups
Previous Salford Lineups
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Grimsby | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 3 |
2 | Crewe | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 3 |
3 | Fleetwood | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
4 | Walsall | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
5 | Harrogate | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
6 | Cambridge | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
7 | Chesterfield | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
8 | Gillingham | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
9 | Notts County | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
10 | Tranmere | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
11 | Accr. Stanley | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
12 | Colchester | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
13 | Newport | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
14 | Bromley | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
15 | MK Dons | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
16 | Oldham | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
17 | Shrewsbury | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
18 | Swindon | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
19 | Barrow | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
20 | Bristol Rovers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
21 | Cheltenham | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
22 | Salford | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:3 | 0 |
23 | Barnet | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |
24 | Crawley | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:3 | 0 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Grimsby | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 3 |
2 | Walsall | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
3 | Cambridge | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
4 | Chesterfield | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
5 | Accr. Stanley | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
6 | Colchester | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
7 | Newport | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
8 | MK Dons | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
9 | Shrewsbury | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
10 | Crewe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
11 | Fleetwood | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
12 | Harrogate | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
13 | Gillingham | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
14 | Notts County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
15 | Tranmere | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
16 | Bromley | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
17 | Oldham | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
18 | Swindon | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
19 | Barrow | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
20 | Cheltenham | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
21 | Crawley | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
22 | Bristol Rovers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
23 | Salford | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:3 | 0 |
24 | Barnet | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |

















