The new English Football League season is beginning to take shape – and the EFL Betting Show is back for another weekend of Championship, League One and League Two betting action.
Matt Hill and Felix Morson-Pate are once again in the hosting chairs, working their way through Saturday’s coupon to identify where the value might lie across the three divisions.
Each weekend, Matt and Felix put forward their three strongest selections – a NAP, Next Best and Longshot – alongside plenty of analysis, debate and discussion on the latest developments around the EFL.
There are six more bets on the table this week, ranging from odds-on favourites to a 30/1 longshot.
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Matt’s NAP this week comes from League Two, where he is confidently backing Walsall to beat Rochdale with over 1.5 match goals at 20/21. Dale have had a tough start to life back in the EFL and boss Ian Watson is already under pressure following last weekend’s heavy home loss to Gillingham. Matt believes an unbeaten Saddlers side are poised to pile on more misery on Saturday.
Felix is up in League One for his best bet, where he’s tipping Blackpool to beat Bromley at 4/5. Ian Evatt’s side have largely impressed in their opening fixtures and look like they could be potential top six contenders. On the other hand, Andy Woodman’s visitors arrive off the back of three heavy defeats and could have another tough afternoon in store on the Fylde coast.
Matt’s next best this weekend comes in League One, where he thinks promotion hopefuls Huddersfield can get the better of Mansfield at Field Mill. The Terriers are 11/10 to take all three points on their travels and our man thinks a quality gap between the two sides may be crucial here.
For his next best, Felix fancies York to beat Swindon with over 1.5 match goals at a 10/11. Last season’s National League champions have made a steady start to life back in the big time and are fancied by our expert to see off their visitors in what should be an entertaining affair.
Longshots time and Matt has gone for a slighty more straightforward approach than Felix! He is backing under 1.5 goals in Portsmouth vs Charlton at 11/5, fancying this contest between two well organised and at times attritional outfits to be decided by very thin margins – particularly trusting in Nathan Jones’ side to stay compact on their travels.
Felix has gone more extravagant this week, with a Both Teams To Score and Over 2.5 goals match treble. The games in question are Preston vs Lincoln, Sheffield Wednesday vs Wigan and Oldham vs Chesterfield. You can hear his full reasoning for each by watching the show above!
Matt and Felix’s best EFL bets
Matt’s 2pt NAP: Walsall to beat Rochdale and over 1.5 match goals - 20/21 (Bet365)
Felix’s 2pt NAP: Blackpool to beat Bromley - 4/5 (various)
Matt’s 1pt next best: Huddersfield to beat Mansfield - 11/10 (Ladbrokes)
Felix’s 1pt next best: York to beat Swindon and over 1.5 match goals - 10/11 (Betfred)
Matt’s 0.5pt longshot: Under 1.5 match goals in Portsmouth vs Charlton - 11/5 (Bet365)
Felix’s 0.5pt longshot: BTTS + over 2.5 goals treble - Preston vs Lincoln, Sheffield Wednesday vs Wigan, Oldham vs Chesterfield - 30/1 (Bet365)
Season running totals (after three episodes)
Matt - -1.07pts
Felix- -9.95pts
All prices correct at time of publication and subject to change.
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Matt Hill is Odds Now's Head of Content and leads our digital operation, while also offering his insight as a tipster across darts and football.
Having worked in the industry for the best part of a decade, including extended stints with Betfred and LiveScore, Matt joined the project in May 2024 with the sole aim of making Odds Now a key player in the betting content space.
He has also forged a reputation as a respected darts tipster, landing numerous three-figure outright winners over the years, while his love for lower league football also helps him pick out the odd obscure winner in that space.
When not at the editorial desk, Matt enjoys travelling the country supporting his beloved Carlisle United FC, chucking a few arrows and spending time with his young family.
Matt Hill is Odds Now's Head of Content and leads our digital operation, while also offering his insight as a tipster across darts and football.
Having worked in the industry for the best part of a decade, including extended stints with Betfred and LiveScore, Matt joined the project in May 2024 with the sole aim of making Odds Now a key player in the betting content space.
He has also forged a reputation as a respected darts tipster, landing numerous three-figure outright winners over the years, while his love for lower league football also helps him pick out the odd obscure winner in that space.
When not at the editorial desk, Matt enjoys travelling the country supporting his beloved Carlisle United FC, chucking a few arrows and spending time with his young family.
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