Walsall vs Chesterfield Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 16 May 2025

Walsall and Chesterfield battle it out in the second leg of this League Two play-off semi-final tie at SMH Group Stadium, with Walsall winning the first leg 2-0.

Our stake will be split when taking Chesterfield +0.25 at odds of -121 for this Asian Handicap bet. It means a return in the event of a draw but a bigger payout should the visitors claim a win against Walsall.

Walsall have claimed back-to-back wins over Chesterfield. At Poundland Bescot Stadium they triumphed 3-1 before winning the first leg of this semi-final tie 2-0 at SMH Group Stadium.

Chesterfield dominated possession with 74% of the ball in the first leg, while Walsall won the shots on target 4-3. Taylor Allen and Alfie Chang scored for the Saddlers.

In the past 3 H2H meetings, there has been one draw and two Walsall wins.

League Two		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Walsall	17	10	2	5	25	17	8	25:17	32
6	Chesterfield	17	7	7	3	31	27	4	31:27	28

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Confirmed Lineups

Walsall confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Tommy Simkin (GK), David Okagbue, Harry Williams, Taylor Allen, Nathan Asiimwe, Alfie Chang, Ryan Stirk, Liam Gordon, George Hall, Jamille Matt, Jamie Jellis.

Chesterfield confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Ryan Boot (GK), Liam Mandeville, Ashley Palmer, Kyle McFadzean, Lewis Gordon, Jenson Metcalfe, John Fleck, Oliver Banks, Tom Naylor, Armando Dobra, Aribim Pepple.

Walsall vs Chesterfield Prediction & Betting Tips

We’re siding with the Spireites at -121 in this League Two play-off match with a +0.25 goal advantage. A desperate Chesterfield side could have the edge and we can therefore feel bullish of a return with this wager.

The football experts at Sportsgambler.com are aware of injuries that could affect the outcome along with the form guide. We also leave no stone unturned when it comes to presenting the latest stats.

Key Walsall vs Chesterfield league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Chesterfield in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Chesterfield in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Chesterfield in 2 consecutive games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Walsall in 6 consecutive games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Walsall in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Walsall in 16 of their last 20 games.

When you look at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 54.8% chance of winning. After careful examination, our tipsters calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.

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Our Match Prediction

Chesterfield Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -121 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Walsall 0 - 1 Chesterfield

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Walsall vs Chesterfield 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.

Walsall are regarded as having a 40% chance of winning this League Two match according to the bookies’ latest betting odds who have priced them up at +148. Chesterfield are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +170.

The Under 2.5 / Over 2.5 Goals betting market has the two outcomes at a similar price.

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Full-Time Result

1

+148

X

+240

2

+170

Half-Time Result

1

+205

X

+117

2

+215

Double Chance

1X

-250

12

-385

X2

-217

Draw No Bet

1

-130

2

-109

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

+110

2 Hcp +0.25

-147

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-116

Over 2.5

-116

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-149

No

+106

Walsall vs Chesterfield Lineups & Team News

Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Walsall vs Chesterfield team news.

The League Two squads highlight the star players operating for every team in the division.

Walsall Team Page Chesterfield Team Page

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