bi 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

Cheltenham Town vs Walsall: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (25/02)

Table-toppers Walsall make the short trip to Gloucestershire to face Cheltenham Town at the EV Charger Points Stadium on Tuesday evening in a rearranged clash.   Our Three Predictions for

Notts County vs Tranmere Rovers: Prediction, Lineup & Odds (22/02)

Promotion-hunting Notts County host struggling Tranmere Rovers at Meadow Lane on Saturday in Sky Bet League Two. Our Three Predictions for Notts County vs Tranmere Rovers First Prediction: Notts County

Burnley vs Sheffield Wednesday: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (18/02)

Promotion-hunting Burnley play host to Sheffield Wednesday on Friday evening under the lights at Turf Moor in front of the Sky Sports cameras. Our Three Predictions for Burnley vs Sheffield

Leeds United vs Sunderland: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (17/02)

League-leaders Leeds United play host to Sunderland in a crucial match at the top of the Championship table on Monday night in front of the Sky Sports cameras. Our Three

Gillingham vs Crewe Alexandra: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (15/02)

Gillingham play host to promotion-chasing Crewe Alexandra at Priestfield Stadium on Saturday. Our Three Predictions for Gillingham vs Crewe Alexandra First Prediction: Match to end in a draw – 7/4

Birmingham City vs Cambridge United: Prediction, Lineup & Odds (11/02)

League-leaders Birmingham City play host to relegation-threatened Cambridge United on Tuesday evening at St. Andrews. Our Three Predictions for Birmingham City vs Cambridge United First Prediction: Birmingham City to win

Swindon Town vs Port Vale: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (08/02)

Swindon Town play host to promotion-chasing Port Vale in front of the Sky cameras at The Nigel Eady County Ground at midday Saturday. Our Three Predictions for Swindon Town vs

Southampton vs Burnley: Predictions, Lineups & Odds (08/02)

Premier League side Southampton play host to promotion-chasing Burnley in the fourth round of the FA Cup at St. Mary’s. Our Three Predictions for Southampton vs Burnley First Prediction: Under

Crewe Alexandra vs Accrington Stanley: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (25/01)

Crewe Alexandra play host to Accrington Stanley in League Two at The Mornflake Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Our Three Predictions for Crewe Alexandra vs Accrington Stanley First Prediction: Crewe Alexandra

Barnsley vs Stevenage: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (25/01)

Barnsley host Alex Revell’s Stevenage in League One at Oakwell on Saturday afternoon. Our Three Predictions for Barnsley vs Stevenage  First Prediction: Barnsley to win – 11/10 Second Prediction: Under

Harrogate Town vs Colchester United: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (21/01)

Harrogate Town host Colchester United in Sky Bet League Two at the Exercise Stadium on Tuesday evening. Our Three Predictions for Harrogate Town vs Colchester United First Prediction for Harrogate

Reading vs Stockport County: Prediction, Lineup & Odds (18/01)

Reading host Stockport County at the Select Car Leasing Stadium in what is a crucial match at the top end of the table. Our Three Predictions for Reading vs Stockport

Coventry City vs Bristol City: Prediction, Lineup & Odds (18/01)

Coventry City play host to Bristol City in Championship matchday 27 at the Coventry Building Society Arena.  Our Three Predictions for Coventry City vs Bristol City First Prediction for Coventry

Plymouth Argyle vs Oxford United: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (14/01)

Plymouth Argyle play host to Oxford United at Home Park on Tuesday night in what is a crucial match at the bottom of the table. Our Three Predictions for Plymouth

Manchester City vs Salford City: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (11/01)

Premier League Champions Manchester City play host to League Two side Salford City in the FA Cup at the Etihad Stadium. Our Three Predictions for Manchester City vs Salford City

Bristol City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers: Prediction, Lineups & Odds

Championship side Bristol City play host to Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers at Ashton Gate on Saturday. Our Three Predictions for Bristol City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers First Prediction: Wolverhampton Wanderers

Crewe Alexandra vs Bromley: Prediction, Lineups & Odds (05/01)

Crewe Alexandra play host to an in-form Bromley side at the Mornflake Stadium on Sunday.  Our Three Predictions for Crewe Alexandra vs Bromley First Prediction: Match to end in a

Watford vs Sheffield United: Prediction, Lineup & Odds (04/01)

Watford play host to promotion-hunting Sheffield United at Vicarage Road in the hosts’ first home game of 2025. Our Three Predictions for Watford vs Sheffield United First Prediction: Match to

Bristol Rovers vs Leyton Orient: Prediction, Lineup & Odds (01/01)

Bristol Rovers play host to Leyton Orient as both sides look to kick off their 2025 campaigns on a high. Our Three Predictions for Bristol Rovers vs Leyton Orient First

Grimsby Town vs Port Vale: Prediction, Lineup & Odds (29/12)

Grimsby Town host promotion-chasing Port Vale at Blundell Park in a crucial clash at the top end of the League Two table Our Three Predictions for Grimsby Town vs Port