'Job done' – Grimsby Town vs Swindon Town prediction: The72

18/04/2024 12:39

The 72’s writers offer their Grimsby Town vs Swindon Town prediction ahead of the League Two clash on Saturday afternoon.

Grimsby Town come into this weekend’s encounter knowing that they simply need to avoid defeat to ensure their safety.

The Mariners could still go down on goal difference as things stand, although it would be a shock if that was the outcome.

David Artell’s men have won two of their last four, so they will feel confident of securing their position in League Two for the upcoming campaign.

Swindon Town, on the other hand, have nothing but pride to play for on Saturday with both promotion and relegation impossible this season. Sat 19th in the table, they are both 13 points away from the drop zone and the play-off spots.

The Robins have won three of their last five, although the 2-1 defeat away from home against Walsall in their last outing was a disappointing result to take.

Here, a handful of our writers make their predictions for the game…

Jacob Hackett

“There is only one team with anything to play for in this meeting, so it could go one of two ways.

“Either Grimsby will bring their A game and grind out a big three points, or the pressure could take its toll and Swindon will walk away with a victory on their travels.

“I think it is going to be a pretty closely contested encounter, however, I do believe it will go the way of the Mariners.

“I am predicting a narrow victory for the hosts.”

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James Ray

“Grimsby Town have picked up results on home turf that could end up being crucial if they are to survive. With Swindon Town pretty abysmal on the road, I think the Mariners are going to get another valuable result here too.

“Swindon Town have nothing to play for and while they’ve shown us what they can do at the County Ground, their record away is really poor.

“That should offer hope for Grimsby, who I think will claim a valuable win to secure their safety.

“Job done for Artell.”

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