League One
Our 3 Predictions For Cambridge United vs Bristol Rovers
- 1st Prediction: Bristol Rovers to win 9/4
- 2nd Prediction: Bristol Rovers to win and both teams to score: yes 26/5
- 3rd Prediction: Elias Kachunga to score at any time 13/5
1st Prediction For Cambridge United vs Bristol Rovers: Bristol Rovers to win 9/4
Saturday’s match sees two sides who are struggling in terms of both points and form face off against each other. But, the bookmakers see Bristol Rovers as much less likely to win so it may be worth predicting the away side to emerge victorious. Both Cambridge United and Bristol Rovers have had horrid festive periods, picking up just one point each in their last five games to leave them last and second last respectively in the form guide, though it should be noted that they both had a number of very difficult fixtures. The two sides have also struggled throughout the season as a whole, although the Gas have five more points than their hosts on Saturday which sees them sit outside of the relegation zone whilst Cambridge United six in 23rd place. The deciding factor between the two teams could be the new manager bounce that Bristol Rovers may be able to experience under Inigo Calderon who was only appointed as Rovers manager one week ago.2nd Prediction For Cambridge United vs Bristol Rovers: Bristol Rovers to win and both teams to score: yes 26/5
People looking for a riskier prediction should consider predicting the away side to win and both teams to score. This is mainly due to Bristol Rovers’ poor defensive record which has seen them concede 1.7 goals per game, the fifth-worst record in the entirety of League One. Additionally, the Gas have the worst xG conceded in all of the third division with 38.3, evidence that their defence is slightly lacking in underlying quality. Inigo Calderon has tried to change the Gas’ defensive structure since taking over, but this has only made results worse so far as they have conceded three goals in both of the games that the former Brighton man has taken charge of. This should mean that there are opportunities for the U’s attackers to get on the scoresheet, despite most of them not being very prolific to date.3rd Prediction For Cambridge United vs Bristol Rovers: Elias Kachunga to score at any time 13/5
Although the Cambridge United attack has been pretty poor this season, the U’s are one of the lowest scorers in League One, experienced attacker Elias Kachunga has hit form recently and will likely be at the centre of successful Cambridge united attacks. The 32-year-old is the U’s top scorer with five league goals and four of these have come since the 7th of December. The former Huddersfield town man is not only a threat with his feet but he is also a threat in the air as he has won more aerial duels than 84% of League One players this season. Bristol Rovers goalkeeper Josh Griffiths has made the most saves in the league this season and it is likely that the veteran Cambridge United attacker will test him at some point on Saturday.
Best Odds For Cambridge United vs Bristol Rovers
| Bookmaker | Cambridge United | Draw | Bristol Rovers |
| 10Bet | 11/10 | 12/5 | 23/10 |
| Cosmobet | 53/30 | 9/4 | 11/5 |
| Myriadplay | 51/50 | 12/5 | 9/4 |
Full Preview Of The Game: Last Results And Head-To-Head
Saturday’s game represents an opportunity for two out of form sides who are battling against relegation to kickstart a push up the table. Garry Monk’s Cambridge United currently sit in 23rd place and five points away from safety after a six-game winless run and 10 games without a clean sheet. The team who Cambridge United welcome to Cledara Abbey on Saturday, Bristol Rovers, are the team who they are chasing in order to get out of the relegation zone. New Bristol Rovers manager Inigo Calderon has undergone somewhat of a baptism of fire as the busy festive schedule has not given him much time to work with his players on the training ground to implement his new tactical philosophy. They too have picked up just one point from their last five games. Calderon will be pleased to know that his side have historically feared well against the U’s, winning seven of their last eight encounters.
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Where To Watch Cambridge United vs Bristol Rovers
Where can I watch the game, either on TV or in-person?-
- Location: Cledara Abbey Stadium, Cambridge
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- Date: January 4th 2025
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- TV Channel: Sky Sports +
Probable Lineups For Cambridge United vs Huddersfield Town
What sort of side will each manager put out ahead of this clash? My football predictions experience envisages the following;Cambridge United Lineup
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- Lineup: J. Stevens, J. Okedina, M. Morrison, D. Andrew, L. Bennett, J. Cousins, K. Smith, J. Brophy, E. Kachunga, J. Stokes, D. Nlundulu
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- Suspended/Injured: S. Kaikai (injured)
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- Coach: Garry Monk
Bristol Rovers Lineup
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- Lineup: J. Griffiths, T. Moore, C. Taylor, J. Wilson, L. Sousa, I. Hutchinson, G. Ward, L. Thomas, R. Sotiriou, G. O’Donkor, C. Martin
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- Suspended/Injured: K. Conteh, P. Omochere (injured)
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- Coach: Inigo Calderon
