Wrexham v Salford City: Prediction, Tips and Odds

Third-tier Wrexham have wasted no time in getting used to their new division as they are leading the way in League One after beating Shrewsbury 3-0 on Saturday.

Phil Parkinson’s men have taken 13 points from the first 15 available to them, suggesting they should have no issues in beating Salford, who are sat 19th in League Two and have just one win to their name this term.

Even a handful of changes to the Dragons’ starting line-up is unlikely to stop them seeing off the Ammies, who have struggled for goals all season.

Wrexham v Salford betting tips and predictions

Wrexham to win to nil - 7/4

Salford’s woeful start to the season cannot be understated given the investment the club has seen over the years, so being 19th after bringing in 18 players this summer - only five League Two clubs acquired more - will have Karl Robinson sweating about his job security.

The cup could be seen as a welcome break from league action for Robinson but they lost 2-0 in their opening game in this competition to Port Vale and this match really couldn’t have come at a worse time.

The Ammies finally picked up their first win of the campaign last Monday, beating MK Dons 1-0, but they were forced to have a week off due to the international break, meaning any potential momentum they could have built up from that success has likely been lost.

To make matters worse, their hero in that victory, Francis Okoronkwo, is cup-tied for this trip to Wrexham as he featured for Everton’s under-21s in the competition before moving to Salford, leaving Robinson short of options up front.

That could be a telling factor too as Wrexham have proven difficult to break down even for the top sides in League One, suggesting a comfortable win for the hosts is on the cards at the Racecourse Ground.

Following their 3-0 rout of Shrewsbury, the Dragons have now kept four consecutive clean sheets. Given they have held last season’s League One playoff finalists Bolton and semi-finalists Peterborough at bay, it seems likely Parkinson will mastermind another shutout against the goal-shy Ammies.

Salford have scored only two goals all season, suggesting they will be beaten without even finding the net at the Racecourse.

Wrexham -1 handicap - 13/10

Wrexham are a side filled with talented players who are arguably too good for League One. Despite being well-funded like the Dragons, Salford have not spent their money as well as Tuesday’s hosts and the gulf in the class of the respective sides could show at the Racecourse Ground.

Parkinson will likely make changes for this tie as he will still see League One promotion as the main target for the season, but even a second string Wrexham should have far too much for a Salford side who have won just 29.6 per cent of their games under Robinson.

Star striker Paul Mullin, who scored 24 goals in 38 league games last term, is in line for his first start of the season and his presence could see Wrexham hit the net with frequency while keeping their opponents at bay, making the -1 handicap for the hosts an appealing bet.

The Dragons have won by at least two clear goals in each of their last three matches. Given those victories came against League One sides Reading, Peterborough and Shrewbury, it seems likely they will put League Two Salford to the sword.

Every one of the Ammies’ three losses this term have come by a two-goal margin and with their ongoing struggles in front of goal and the absence of Okoronkwo, they may not have much to cheer about in north Wales.

Wrexham 2-0 Salford correct score - 15/2

With Salford unlikely to score and Wrexham having the tools to rack up at least a couple of goals, the -1 handicap bet makes huge appeal.

For those seeking bigger odds, though, a correct score bet on 2-0 at 15/2 could prove profitable play.

Salford have drawn both of their away matches this term, suggesting they can be somewhat resolute on occasion, and each of their losses have come by a 2-0 scoreline.

Wrexham have more than enough attacking talent to put their visitors to the sword, they may hit two goals and reserve their energy ahead of a daunting next clash, a trip to big-spenders and potential League One title rivals Birmingham, making 2-0 the best bet for correct score punters.

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Wrexham v Salford odds

Wrexham - 8/15
Draws - 3/1
Salford - 5/1

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