Rafael Guillén
The FA Cup enters its highly anticipated fifth round, with an intriguing match-up between Southampton vs Grimsby Town on the horizon. Both teams are in need of a boost, having endured some recent setbacks, and will be eager to keep their hopes of winning silverware alive.
As the game draws closer, here at JefeBet we strive to offer you the most accurate predictions and insightful FA Cup information, so today we bring you our prediction on this highly anticipated match, Southampton vs Grimsby Town.
Predictions, Picks, and Betting Odds for Southampton vs Grimsby Town FA Cup Round of 16 Game on March 1, 2023
- Where: St. Marys Stadium – Southampton, England
- When: Wednesday, March 1, 2023, 2:15 PM E.T.
- Moneyline: Southampton (-345) / Draw (+470) / Grimsby Town (+900)
- Asian Handicap: Southampton (AH -1.5, -118) / Grimsby Town (+1.5, -103)
- Over/Under (3.5): Over (+145) / Under (-185)
- Both teams score: Yes (-107) / No (-122).
Odds provided by Unibet.
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Betting on Southampton
Southampton made it to this round by defeating Blackpool 2-1 at their home ground on January 28. However, it has been a month since that win, and the current state of the team is far from ideal as they have been struggling in the league.
Currently sitting at the bottom of the Premier League, the team has only managed to secure one win in their last five games. The victory against Chelsea, which was considered a surprise, brought some relief to the team amidst their ongoing struggles.
The Saints are hoping to find some solace in this disastrous season, although it appears unlikely that they will climb out of the relegation zone. Despite their dire situation, they still have a chance to progress in the cup if they remain focused and avoid any distractions.
Possible Lineup (4-4-2): Gavin Baznu; Ainsley-Maitland-Niles, Jan Bednarek, Armel Bella-Kotchap, Romain Perraud; Stuart Armstrong, James Ward-Prowse, Romeo Lavia, Mohamed Elyounoussi; Kamaldeen Sulemana, Paul Onuachu.
Betting on Grimsby Town
The Mariners, a fourth division team, have defied the odds to remain the sole survivor in the tournament. Unlike many teams who receive byes until the third round, the Mariners have fought their way through since the first round. Grimsby Town aims to replicate their best performance from the 1907-08 season by advancing to the quarter-finals.
Despite their current success in the tournament, the Mariners have struggled in the league, with only two wins in their past five games. However, they have shown signs of improvement with their recent two draws.
While their primary objective is to avoid relegation, the team has shifted their focus to the FA Cup. They hope to create history with their best performance yet in the tournament, and maybe even achieve something extraordinary.
Possible Lineup (3-4-2-1): Max Crocombe; Michee Efete, Luke Waterfall, Niall Maher; Josh Emmanuel, Gavan Holohan, Alex Hunt, Anthony Driscoll-Glennon; Harry Clifton, John McAtee; George Lloyd.
JefeBet Prediction
Despite Southampton’s current form not being their strongest, as a Premier League team, it will be challenging for Grimsby Town to achieve their desired outcome.
Both teams struggle with scoring goals. The Saints average eight shots per game, with only three on target. Meanwhile, the Mariners are not a possession-oriented team, and although they defend well, they often concede goals.
This discrepancy will likely be the deciding factor, with Southampton advancing to the next round.
Prediction: Southampton 1-0 Grimsby Town
