Predictions for the League Two game Fleetwood Town vs. Bristol Rovers
Fleetwood Town - Bristol Rovers betting tip & best odds | 31.10.2026
Fleetwood Town host Bristol Rovers at Highbury Stadium on Saturday, 31 October 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 16:00 in League Two’s 14th matchday. Referee Richard Eley will oversee a meeting between two sides separated by two points in the table, with both looking to turn recent results into a steadier run.
Our betting tips for Fleetwood Town vs Bristol Rovers
- Draw (Tip X) — odds 3.40
Our main sports betting tip is a draw. Fleetwood have been difficult to beat at Highbury, with two wins, three draws and only one defeat in six home league matches. Bristol Rovers, meanwhile, have struggled on the road, losing five of their six away games. That contrast points towards Fleetwood having a reasonable chance of taking control, but the hosts’ overall record—three wins, five draws and five defeats—also suggests they have not consistently turned competitive performances into victories. A stalemate is a plausible outcome if Bristol’s defensive approach frustrates the home side. - Both teams to score — Yes, odds 1.67
For the second of our betting tips today, we lean towards both teams finding the net. Fleetwood have scored 15 and conceded 17 in 13 league matches, while Bristol Rovers have scored 16 and let in 20. Those figures indicate that neither defence has been especially secure, and both clubs have shown they can contribute goals. Bristol’s poor away results make an outright away win difficult to trust, but their scoring record gives them a route to a goal. A 1-1 scoreline would fit both selections.
These football bets today balance Fleetwood’s home resilience against Bristol Rovers’ ability to score, while recognising that the visitors’ away form has been a major weakness.
Best odds and bookmaker options
The prices available make the draw an appealing choice for punters who agree that Fleetwood’s home advantage can offset Bristol Rovers’ slightly higher points total. Paripesa offers the best listed price for Tip X at 3.40. For a home win, Afropari has the top quoted price at 2.65, while Mozzart lists Bristol Rovers to win at 2.50. In the both-teams-to-score market, Bet365 offers 1.67 for Yes, and Mozzart has 2.15 for No. Odds can change, so compare the latest prices before placing a wager. Our experience reviewing bookmakers and their markets can help readers assess options; see our best betting sites page for further comparisons.
Fleetwood Town performance check
Fleetwood enter this fixture in 18th place with 14 points from 13 league matches. Their record stands at three wins, five draws and five defeats, with 15 goals scored and 17 conceded. The numbers point to a side that has often stayed competitive but has not yet built enough winning momentum to move clear of the lower part of the table.
At home, Matt Lawlor’s team have been more dependable: two wins, three draws and one defeat across six league outings. That run gives Fleetwood a useful platform against a Bristol side whose away record is considerably weaker. Their most recent league match ended in a 2-1 away defeat to Exeter City, so they will be keen to respond in front of their own supporters.
Fleetwood’s latest result in all competitions was more encouraging. They drew 1-1 with Arsenal FC before winning the penalty shootout 5-3 at home. While a cup result does not directly change their league position, the performance may have offered a lift in confidence. The challenge now is to carry that energy into a match where patience and defensive concentration could be decisive.
Bristol Rovers’ current form and away concerns
Bristol Rovers sit 15th with 16 points, two more than Fleetwood. Their league record is five wins, one draw and seven defeats, and they have scored 16 goals while conceding 20. The tally suggests a team capable of finding the net, but their defensive record and uneven results have prevented them from establishing a consistent run.
Steve Evans’s side have endured a difficult sequence in all competitions, with no wins, one draw and four defeats in their last five matches. Their latest outing was a goalless home draw against Swindon Town, a result that brought a clean sheet but extended a frustrating spell without a victory. The same 0-0 scoreline was also their most recent League Two result.
The away figures are a particular concern ahead of this trip. Bristol Rovers have won once and lost five times in six league matches on the road, with no draws. They will need to show greater resilience at Highbury if they are to improve that record. Their overall goal total offers some reason for optimism, but converting chances while avoiding the defensive lapses that have contributed to 20 goals conceded will be essential.
The last direct duels
The last five meetings between these teams have been evenly balanced: Fleetwood have won twice, Bristol Rovers have also claimed two victories, and one match ended level. There is no clear long-term head-to-head advantage, which adds to the sense that the current form and venue may matter more than past results.
The most recent meeting, in both all-competition and League Two records, finished 1-0 to Bristol Rovers at home. That narrow result gives the visitors a recent success to draw on, although it does not erase the difficulties they have faced away from home this season. Fleetwood will also be aware that the previous contest was decided by a single goal, and may expect another close encounter rather than an open, one-sided match.
Match conclusion and prediction
Bristol Rovers have the slightly better league position and two more points, but Fleetwood’s home record is the stronger of the two teams’ venue-specific records. The visitors’ five defeats in six away games, combined with their poor recent run, make it hard to back them confidently despite their scoring potential. Fleetwood, however, have drawn five of their 13 league matches and have won only twice at home, so the hosts are not an obvious choice for a straightforward victory either.
That balance makes the draw our preferred result, with 1-1 a reasonable scoreline to consider. Both teams have conceded more goals than they would like, and each has enough attacking output to threaten. Our primary prediction is Draw (Tip X), while Both teams to score: Yes is the secondary betting tip. As with any football prediction, these selections are not guaranteed; stake responsibly and check the latest team news and prices before betting.
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Performance
Fleetwood Town performance of the last 6 home matches
Bristol Rovers performance of the last 4 away matches
Current Standing
| POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1
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Salford City
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28 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 23 | 14 | 9 |
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2
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Barnet FC
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25 | 12 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 27 | 17 | 10 |
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3
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Cheltenham Town
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21 | 13 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
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4
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Crewe Alexandra
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21 | 13 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
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5
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York City
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20 | 13 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 22 | 16 | 6 |
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6
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Walsall FC
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19 | 12 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 18 | 11 | 7 |
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7
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Chesterfield FC
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19 | 14 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 24 | 21 | 3 |
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8
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Exeter City
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19 | 13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 10 | 7 | 3 |
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9
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Accrington Stanley
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18 | 13 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 22 | 16 | 6 |
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10
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Newport County
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18 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 20 | 17 | 3 |
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11
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Shrewsbury Town
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18 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 16 | 20 | -4 |
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12
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Grimsby Town
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17 | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 19 | 16 | 3 |
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13
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Gillingham FC
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17 | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
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14
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Tranmere Rovers
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16 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
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15
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Swindon Town
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16 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 13 | 16 | -3 |
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16
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Bristol Rovers
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16 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 16 | 20 | -4 |
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17
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Rochdale AFC
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15 | 13 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 15 | 22 | -7 |
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18
|
Fleetwood Town
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14 | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 15 | 17 | -2 |
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19
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Northampton Town
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13 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
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20
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Oldham Athletic
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12 | 12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 14 | 18 | -4 |
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21
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Colchester United
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12 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 11 | 16 | -5 |
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22
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Rotherham United
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12 | 13 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 17 | 23 | -6 |
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23
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Port Vale FC
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12 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 12 | -6 |
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24
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Crawley Town
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6 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 21 | -9 |
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