Shrewsbury Town vs Wrexham – Prediction and Betting Tips | Jan 16, 2025

The Croud Meadow will host a crucial League One clash as Shrewsbury Town welcome Wrexham on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 8 PM UK time. This match sees two teams with contrasting ambitions, as Shrewsbury fight to avoid relegation and Wrexham chase a third consecutive promotion. Shrewsbury, sitting 22nd in the table, are just three points above the relegation zone, while Wrexham are 3rd, level on points with Wycombe Wanderers in the race for automatic promotion.

Shrewsbury come into this match on the back of a 1-0 defeat to Leyton Orient, while Wrexham’s last outing was a 1-0 victory over Peterborough United. Can Shrewsbury pull off a much-needed win, or will Wrexham continue their push for the Championship?

Team Analysis:

Shrewsbury Town:

Shrewsbury Town have struggled this season, sitting 22nd in the table with 22 points from 24 games. Under Gareth Ainsworth, they have shown glimpses of improvement, but their recent form has been poor, with just one win in their last eight league games. Their recent 1-0 defeat to Leyton Orient highlighted their struggles, particularly in attack.

Key players like Morgan Feeney, George Lloyd, and Joshua Kayode will need to step up if Shrewsbury are to secure a vital win. However, their home form has been a concern, with just three wins in 12 games at the Croud Meadow this season. Shrewsbury’s last victory came on Boxing Day, with a 1-0 win over Lincoln City.

Wrexham:

Wrexham have been one of the standout teams in League One this season, sitting 3rd in the table with 51 points from 24 games. Under Phil Parkinson, they have been formidable at home, but their away form has been less impressive, with just three wins in 11 away games. Their recent 1-0 victory over Peterborough United showcased their resilience, with Steven Fletcher scoring the decisive goal.

Key players like Elliot Lee, Paul Mullin, and Steven Fletcher have been instrumental in Wrexham’s success. However, their away form remains a concern, and they will need to improve if they are to secure automatic promotion. Wrexham’s last away victory came in December, with a 2-1 win over Burton Albion.

Head-to-Head and Past Encounters:

The rivalry between Shrewsbury and Wrexham has been competitive, with Wrexham winning three of the last five meetings. Shrewsbury’s last victory over Wrexham came in 2022, with a 2-1 win at the Croud Meadow. Wrexham’s last victory at the Croud Meadow was in 2021, with a 3-0 win.

Prediction:

This match is finely balanced, with Shrewsbury’s desperation for points giving them hope. However, Wrexham’s quality and promotion ambitions make them slight favourites. Expect a closely contested game, with Wrexham likely to edge it.

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Shrewsbury Town 1-2 Wrexham

Betting Tips:

• Both Teams to Score: Yes
• Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over
• Anytime Goalscorer: Paul Mullin (Wrexham)
• Hot Stat: Wrexham are unbeaten in their last 14 home league games.

Possible Lineups:

Shrewsbury Town: Blackman; Hoole, M Feeney, J Feeney, Pierre, Benning; Bloxham, Castledine, Rossiter, Shipley; Lloyd
Wrexham: Okonkwo; Cleworth, O’Connell, O’Connor; Revan, Cannon, James, Rathbone, Mendy; Mullin, Fletcher