Stevenage Mansfield Town betting prediction

The home team comes to this stage of the FA Cup (2nd Round) after having eliminated Guiseley with a home win by (5‑4), after a penalty shootout, in the previous round. This is a team that is often stronger at home, with the help of its supporters, so they usually make good use of the home advantage, since in the last 30 matches they register 3 wins, 5 draws and 7 losses in away matches; against 6 wins, 5 draws and 4 losses at their stadium. In their last match, for the League One, they got a home tie against Leyton Orient by (0‑0). In the last 10 home matches Stevenage has won 4, tied 2 and lost 4. They haven't been very strong defensively, since they have suffered goals in 8 of the last 10 matches. Goals have been frequent in their home matches, as 13 of the last 28 have ended with Under 1,5 goals and 19 out of 28 have ended with Under 2,5 goals. In 15 matches, they have conceded the first goal 7 times and have never been able to turn the score around.

Stevenage, currently competing in League One, has stood out for its consistency and defensive organization. They typically adopt a 4-3-3 formation, allowing them to transition quickly between defense and attack, maximizing both defensive solidity and offensive options. Stevenage has shown strong performances in the league, with a squad that combines experience and youth. The FA Cup is seen as an opportunity for the team to solidify its reputation, especially when facing opponents from similar or lower divisions. At home, they will aim to impose their game, using the advantage of playing on familiar ground and the support of the fans to put pressure on the opposition from the start.

Confirmed Lineup: Murphy Cooper, L. James-Wildin, Nathan Thompson, C. Piergianni, D. Butler, L. Thompson, D. Kemp, J. Roberts, H. White, J. Young, E. List.
Coach: A. Revell.