Chesterfield vs Walsall Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 11 May 2025

Spireites Look Value for This Clash

Chesterfield and Walsall are set for the first leg of this League Two play-off semi-final tie at SMH Group Stadium.

There’s a strong case for backing Chesterfield against Walsall and we’ll back them at -0.25 at -121 on the Asian Handicap. This means a return if the home team win and half our stake back if they draw.

3-1 Win for Walsall in Last H2H Clash

Chesterfield beat Accrington Stanley 1-0 on the road in their last game. The Spireites boasted 65% possession and had six shots on target in the League Two clash at Wham Stadium, with Will Grigg scoring the winner.

Walsall won 1-0 when visiting Crewe Alexandra at Mornflake Stadium in their previous match. Mat Sadler's team had five shots on target and 33% of possession, while George Hall bagged the goal in the League Two encounter.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The scoreline was 3-1 for home side Walsall when they last faced Chesterfield, with the meeting taking place at Poundland Bescot Stadium.

League Two		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
8	Chesterfield	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
24	Walsall	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0

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Confirmed Lineups

Chesterfield confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Ryan Boot (GK), Liam Mandeville, Ashley Palmer, Kyle McFadzean, Lewis Gordon, John Fleck, Jenson Metcalfe, Tom Naylor, Michael Olakigbe, Ryan Colclough, Will Grigg.

Walsall confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Tommy Simkin (GK), David Okagbue, Harry Williams, Taylor Allen, Nathan Asiimwe, Ryan Stirk, Alfie Chang, Liam Gordon, Jamie Jellis, George Hall, Jamille Matt.

Chesterfield vs Walsall Prediction & Betting Tips

The best betting angle could be Chesterfield -0.25 on the Asian Handicap. Take the -121 for the home team to win this League Two play-off game, with a strong argument in favour of a triumph.

The football betting tips stem from knowing the team news and the latest form for each side. We work hard to unearth the most pertinent stats which can also act as a guide.

Key Chesterfield vs Walsall league stats:

• The -0.25 line has been covered by Chesterfield in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The -0.25 line has been covered by Chesterfield in 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -0.25 line has been covered by Chesterfield in 2 consecutive games.

Chesterfield -0.25 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 54.8% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.

We advise that you move the line if you are looking for a larger price about the same selection. Make your prediction and land the bigger odds from your wager as a result.

Our Match Prediction

Chesterfield Asian Hcp -0.25 @ -121 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Chesterfield 2 - 1 Walsall

Our correct score prediction is a 2-1 win for Chesterfield which is available at odds of +650. We think they’ll achieve victory and this is a way of getting bigger odds and more excitement.

Chesterfield vs Walsall 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.

Bookies Giving Chesterfield Plenty of Respect

Bookies favourites Chesterfield are regarded as the likeliest winners for this League Two game and the +115 about them triumphing means a 47% chance of winning based on their current betting odds. At +260, Walsall are regarded as having a lower probability of winning this match.

The latest betting suggests it’s a close call between Over 2.5 Goals and Under 2.5 Goals.

The Draw No Bet market is popular for League Two matches, with the football betting sites offering Chesterfield at -200 and Walsall are priced at +150 for the win.

Full-Time Result

1

+115

X

+210

2

+260

Half-Time Result

1

+175

X

+110

2

+300

Double Chance

1X

-350

12

-275

X2

-150

Draw No Bet

1

-200

2

+150

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-118

2 Hcp +0.25

-100

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-138

Over 2.5

+107.5

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-125

No

-110

Chesterfield vs Walsall Lineups & Team News

It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date Chesterfield vs Walsall team news.

We’ve got details of the League Two squads so that you know every player on the roster.

Chesterfield Team Page Walsall Team Page