Abi Harding
Abi Harding is a Sports Journalist who is currently in her first year of studying Sports Journalism at the University of Gloucestershire. Having grown up a football fan, she mainly covers football and specialises in EFL football. She joined The Real EFL in the summer of 2024.
Professional Background
Studying sports journalism in Gloucestershire has opened up internships at the likes of local sides such as Gloucester City Women as well as freelance roles at local outlets such as Severn Sport. On top of this, she holds a role as a writer at The Midfield Press, and runs a Cheltenham Town Instagram account with over 800 followers (Everythingctfc).
She specialises in both EFL, Non-League football and the WSL, and has covered teams such as the likes of Aston Villa Women, Bristol City, West Bromwich Albion, Cheltenham Town and Gloucester City.
Role at The Real EFL
Mainly apart of The Real EFL predictions team, she works to tight deadlines as well as providing quality, in- depth predictions.
Certifications and Education
First Year Sports Journalism BA (Hons) student at the University of Gloucestershire
Personal Insights
Her inspiration is to drive change for the future and prove that women and girls have space in sports.
The EFL is going to keep growing as fans turn to lower down the pyramid for better and more connected matchday experiences.
Connect with Abi Harding
You can find Abi’s professional social media profiles through the below links:
X/Twitter: Abi Harding (@AbiSportsJourno) / X
LinkedIn: Abi Harding | LinkedIn
Instagram: Instagram
Published Articles
West Bromwich Albion vs Swansea City: Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds (29/11)
West Bromwich Albion play host to Welsh outfit Swansea City at the Hawthorns in the Sky Bet Championship on Saturday afternoon. Our Three Predictions for West Bromwich Albion vs Swansea
Luton Town vs Huddersfield Town: Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds (25/11)
Luton Town play host to Lee Grant’s Huddersfield Town at Kenilworth Road in League One as both sides look to get another crucial three points on the board. Our Three
Stevenage vs Doncaster Rovers: Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds (22/11)
Promotion pushing Stevenage host struggling Doncaster Rovers at the Lamex Stadium in Sky Bet League One on Saturday afternoon. Our Three Predictions for Stevenage vs Doncaster Rovers First Prediction: Stevenage
Coventry City vs West Bromwich Albion: Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds (22/11)
Championship leaders Coventry City play host to Midlands rivals West Bromwich Albion in front of the Sky Sports cameras in the second tier on Saturday lunchtime. Our Three Predictions for
Shrewsbury Town vs Newport County: Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds (15/11)
Shrewsbury Town play host to fellow relegation rivals Newport County in a crucial clash towards the bottom of the League Two table on Saturday at the Crowd Meadow. Our Three
Stockport County vs Luton Town: Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds (08/11)
High-flying Stockport County play host to Jack Wilshere’s Luton Town side on Saturday in Sky Bet League One at Edgeley Park. Our Three Predictions for Stockport County vs Luton Town
Ipswich Town vs Watford: Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds (04/11)
Kieran McKenna’s Ipswich Town host Javi Gracia’s Watford in the Sky Bet Championship at Portman Road on Tuesday night. Our Three Predictions for Ipswich Town vs Watford First Prediction: Ipswich
Peterborough United vs Cardiff City: Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds (01/11)
Struggling Peterborough United host League One rivals Cardiff City in the first round of the FA Cup at the Weston Holmes Stadium on Saturday. Our Three Predictions for Peterborough United
Accrington Stanley vs Tranmere Rovers: Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds (28/10)
Accrington Stanley host Tranmere Rovers at the Wham Stadium on Tuesday evening in a crucial clash towards the bottom end of the table in Sky Bet League Two. Our Three
Middlesbrough vs Wrexham: Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds (25/10)
Middlesbrough play host to Phil Parkinson’s Wrexham side this Saturday at the Riverside Stadium in the Sky Bet Championship. Our Three Predictions for Middlesbrough vs Wrexham First Prediction: Middlesbrough to
Preston North End vs Birmingham City: Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds (21/10)
Preston North End play host to Chris Davies’ struggling Birmingham City side at Deepdale on Tuesday in front of the Sky Sports + cameras in the Championship. Our Three Predictions
Plymouth Argyle vs AFC Wimbledon: Prediction, Lineups, Betting Tips & Odds (18/10)
AFC Wimbledon make the trip South to take on league rivals Plymouth Argyle at Home Park on Saturday in Sky Bet League One. Our Three Predictions for Plymouth Argyle vs
Salford City vs Oldham Athletic: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (18/10)
Salford City play host to Oldham Athletic in an early kick-off at the Peninsula Stadium on Saturday in Sky Bet League Two. Our Three Predictions for Salford City vs Oldham
Shrewsbury Town vs Cambridge United: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (11/10)
Struggling Shrewsbury Town play host to promotion-contending Cambridge United at the Croud Meadow on Saturday afternoon in Sky Bet League Two. Our Three Predictions for Shrewsbury Town vs Cambridge
Plymouth Argyle vs Wigan Athletic: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (04/10)
Plymouth Argyle play host to Ryan Lowe’s Wigan Athletic side at Home Park in Sky Bet League One on Saturday afternoon. Our Three Predictions for Plymouth Argyle vs Wigan Athletic
Cardiff City vs Burton Albion: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (30/09)
Cardiff City play host to Burton Albion on Tuesday evening at the Cardiff City Stadium in one of the only two games happening in Sky Bet League One. Our Three
Northampton Town vs Bolton Wanderers: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (27/09)
Bolton Wanderers make the trip to Sixfields Stadium to face Northampton Town on matchday 10 in Sky Bet League One. Our Three Predictions for Northampton Town vs Bolton Wanderers First
Liverpool vs Southampton: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (23/09)
Premier League side Liverpool play host to Championship side Southampton in round three of the Carabao Cup at Anfield tomorrow evening. Our Three Predictions for Liverpool vs Southampton First
Cheltenham Town vs Oldham Athletic: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (20/09)
Struggling side Cheltenham Town play host to Oldham Athletic on matchday nine in Sky Bet League Two at the EV Charger Points Stadium. Our Three Predictions for Cheltenham Town
Coventry City Boss Explains Decision Over Strikers
Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has explained what he wants to see from striker Ellis Simms amid a frustrating spell over the lack of first-team football. The Sky Blues currently