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Scunthorpe vs Boreham Wood Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 16-09-2026
Sep 1618:45
Match Prediction
Expected score: Scunthorpe 1-2 Boreham Wood
ScunthorpeDrawBoreham Wood
Over 2.5 goalsYes (64%)
Both teams to scoreYes (62%)
In this National League clash, Scunthorpe will host Boreham Wood at the Attis Arena in Scunthorpe on September 16, 2026. This matchup pits a struggling Scunthorpe side against league leaders Boreham Wood, setting the stage for a potentially essential encounter for both teams.
Team form
Scunthorpe
Scunthorpe currently sits in 18th place, having picked up 7 points from their first 7 matches. Their recent form shows two wins, one draw, and four losses. They managed to secure a 3-1 victory against Solihull Moors, but consistency has eluded them, as evidenced by losses in tight contests against Eastleigh and Southend. Their home games have yielded an average of 1.4 goals scored and conceded in their last five outings.
Boreham Wood
Boreham Wood, in stark contrast, is enjoying a dominant run, sitting at the top of the table with 17 points from 7 matches. Their impressive record features five wins, two draws, and no losses, highlighted by a recent performance where they secured three consecutive wins against Worthing, Boston United, and Forest Green. Their goal-scoring prowess is evident, managing an average of 2.2 goals scored and 1 goal conceded per game in their latest five matches.
Head-to-head
The last four meetings between Scunthorpe and Boreham Wood have shown a competitive edge. Boreham Wood won their most recent clash 3-1 on January 20, 2026. Prior meetings featured a 1-1 draw on September 24, 2025, and two victories for Boreham Wood, 2-0 in February 2023 and 0-2 in September 2022. This historical data suggests Boreham Wood holds a favorable track record against Scunthorpe, adding pressure on the home side.
Key factors
Among the crucial factors influencing this match are Scunthorpe's inconsistent scoring and defensive record. Despite scoring 10 goals in the season, they've allowed 12 — indicating defensive vulnerabilities that Boreham Wood could exploit. On the other hand, Boreham Wood's impressive offensive performance, averaging 2.43 goals scored per match, combined with a solid defense that has only conceded 9 goals, hails them as formidable opponents. Furthermore, historical head-to-head results and current form emphasize Boreham Wood as favorites, especially in a match away from their home ground.
Prediction
Considering the contrasting form and league standing, Boreham Wood is more likely to secure the points in this matchup. Scunthorpe's struggles, particularly in finding defensive stability along with a lack of fruitful scoring consistency, pose a significant challenge against Boreham Wood's formidable attack. Model insights suggest an expected outcome aligning with a strong away performance, expecting Boreham Wood to bring their recent form into this game. The predicted score reflects a realistic estimate of the performance disparity between these teams.
Given the data and performance metrics, an away win for Boreham Wood is anticipated in this fixture.
Match info
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Recent Form
Scunthorpe
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Boreham Wood
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Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  AFC Fylde | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 17 |
| 2 |  Boreham Wood | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 17 |
| 3 |  Southend | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 17 |
| 4 |  Harrogate Town | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 16 |
| 5 |  Aldershot Town | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 15 |
| 6 |  Sutton Utd | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 15 |
| 7 |  Kidderminster Harriers | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
| 8 |  Forest Green | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 13 |
| 9 |  FC Halifax Town | 8 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 12 |
| 10 |  Yeovil Town | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 12 |
| 11 |  AFC Hornchurch | 8 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 12 |
| 12 |  Worthing | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 11 |
| 13 |  Eastleigh | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 11 |
| 14 |  Carlisle | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 10 |
| 15 |  Hartlepool | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 9 |
| 16 |  Altrincham | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 9 |
| 17 |  Woking | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| 18 |  Boston United | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| 19 |  Wealdstone | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| 20 |  Scunthorpe | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 7 |
| 21 |  Barrow | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| 22 |  Tamworth | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 5 |
| 23 |  Gateshead | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 4 |
| 24 |  Solihull Moors | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 4 |
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