Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Match Preview
A crucial encounter takes place at Boundary Park on Saturday, 13 December 2025, as struggling Oldham Athletic host the league leaders, Walsall. Oldham sit 16th with 23 points, trying to find consistency after a tough run of form. In stark contrast, Walsall are flying high at the top of the table with 35 points, winning their last four matches in all competitions. The Latics need a result to distance themselves from the drop zone, while the Saddlers aim to cement their status as title favorites.
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Match Info
- Competition: English League Two (Matchday 19)
- Venue: Boundary Park, Oldham (Capacity: 13,513)
- Date: Saturday, 13 December 2025
- Kickoff: 15:00 GMT | 16:00 CET | 20:30 IST
- Referee: S. Parkinson (ENG)
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Match Stakes
Oldham Athletic (16th — 23 pts):
- Win → Moves to 26 pts; creates a safety buffer from the bottom pack
- Draw → Stops the rot of back-to-back defeats
- Loss → Risk slipping further down; pressure mounts on the manager
Walsall (1st — 35 pts):
- Win → Strengthens grip on 1st place; maintains momentum
- Draw → Keeps the points tally ticking but opens door for chasers
- Loss → Ends the 4-match winning streak; morale blow
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Team News
Oldham Athletic:
- Conlon T. — Out (Suspension)
- Hogan L. — Doubtful (Hamstring)
- Norwood J. — Available (Returning from rest)
Walsall:
- Barrett C. — Out (Knee)
- Gordon J. — Out (Ankle)
- Lakin C. — Available (Fit to start)
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
Oldham Athletic
- 06/12 — 1–3 vs MK Dons (FA Cup)
- 29/11 — 0–1 vs Accrington (League)
- 22/11 — 3–0 vs Newport (League)
- 15/11 — 0–0 vs Crewe (League)
- 12/11 — 2–6 vs Bolton (Trophy)
Walsall
- 07/12 — 2–0 vs Gateshead (FA Cup)
- 03/12 — 2–1 vs Stevenage (Trophy)
- 29/11 — 3–1 vs Bromley (League)
- 22/11 — 2–0 vs Harrogate (League)
- 15/11 — 0–2 vs Colchester (League)
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)
- 16/03/2022 — Walsall 2–1 Oldham (League Two)
- 20/10/2021 — Oldham 1–3 Walsall (League Two)
- 16/01/2021 — Walsall 1–1 Oldham (League Two)
- 16/12/2020 — Oldham 2–3 Walsall (League Two)
- 23/10/2019 — Oldham 2–0 Walsall (League Two)
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)
Oldham Athletic (4-2-3-1)
Hudson; Ogle, Raglan, Monthe, Kitching; Lundstram, Gardner; Green, Fondop, Uchegbulam; Norwood.
Walsall (3-5-2)
Simkin; Okagbue, Williams, Allen; Lakin, J. Jellis, Stirk, Earing, L. Gordon; Matt, Lowe.
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Impact Bench
Oldham Athletic: Reid (Target man), Willoughby (Pace option)
Walsall: Adomah (Experience), Maher (Defensive cover)
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Tactical Analysis
Oldham Athletic
Oldham will likely set up to frustrate Walsall, looking to absorb pressure and hit on the counter-attack through the pace of Uchegbulam. Their defense has been leaky (conceding 6 vs Bolton and 3 vs MK Dons recently), so tightening the backline against the league leaders is the priority. Expect them to bypass midfield and aim for Norwood directly.
Walsall
Walsall are playing with supreme confidence. Their 3-5-2 system allows them to overload the midfield and create width through the wing-backs. With Jamille Matt holding up the ball and Lowe making runs off him, they have a potent strike partnership. They will look to control possession and expose Oldham’s defensive fragility early on.
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Key Battles
- Monthe vs Matt — physical battle of the titans
- Gardner vs Stirk — midfield engine room control
- Kitching vs Jellis — stopping the wide threat
- Hudson vs Lowe — goalkeeper vs in-form striker
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Spotlight Players
Oldham Athletic — James Norwood
The veteran striker is the talisman. If Oldham are to get anything from this game, Norwood needs to hold the ball up and convert the few chances that come his way.
Walsall — Jamille Matt
The leader of the line. His aerial dominance and leadership are crucial for Walsall. Against a shaky Oldham defense, he will be licking his lips at the prospect of crosses into the box.
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Prediction
Oldham Athletic 1–3 Walsall
Oldham are in a slump, while Walsall are unstoppable at the moment. The difference in confidence and defensive organization is stark. Walsall should have too much firepower for the struggling hosts.
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Betting Insights
- Both Teams to Score — YES
- Walsall to Win — Highly Likely
- Over 2.5 Goals — Likely
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — Where to Watch
- UK: Sky Sports Football (Red Button) / iFollow
- International: iFollow Walsall / iFollow Oldham
Oldham Athletic vs Walsall — FAQs
Q: When is the Oldham vs Walsall match?
A: The match kicks off on Saturday, 13 December 2025, at 15:00 GMT.
Q: Where is Oldham vs Walsall being played?
A: The match will be played at Boundary Park in Oldham.
Q: Who is the referee for the match?
A: S. Parkinson will officiate the game.
Q: How can I watch Oldham vs Walsall live?
A: Fans in the UK can watch via Sky Sports+ or iFollow. International viewers can stream via the club’s iFollow service.
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