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Oldham vs Accrington Match Summary
Competition | English League Two |
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Match Date | Saturday 10 October 2026 |
Match Time | 12:30 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Oldham, Boundary Park |
The Oldham vs Accrington betting odds still side with the hosts, even though this League Two fixture pits a side in freefall against visitors in far better nick.
Micky Mellon was handed a new contract in March, yet the mood at Boundary Park has soured. Oldham sit 21st and are stuck in a losing run that keeps getting uglier.
John Doolan's Accrington arrive in much better shape and rank ninth in the division on current form, although a lengthy injury list has stretched the squad.
The head-to-head favours the visitors too. Between these clubs, Accrington have won three previous meetings to Oldham's one, with two draws.
Oldham vs Accrington Form
Oldham have lost their last 4 matches in League Two, and they were behind at half-time and full-time in every one of them. A 4-1 hammering by Salford City over the international break, after a change of shape, summed it up. Calum Kavanagh is still the main outlet and tests goalkeepers regularly, but the defence is the problem.
Accrington have lost just one of their last seven in all competitions, and they took four points from their games against Cheltenham Town and Swindon over the international break. Josh Woods leads the line, and Charlie Warren is set to step in for the doubtful Tyler Walton. The direction of travel is clearly upward.
Oldham vs Accrington Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Oldham: J. Stevens (Injured/out), D. Daniels (Injured/doubtful)
Accrington: I. Sinclair (Injured/out), T. Moore (Injured/out), F. Sass (Injured/out), C. Caton (Injured/out), F. Rawson (Injured/out), S. Whalley (Injured/out), T. Walton (Injured/doubtful)
Oldham
On the Oldham vs Accrington lineups front, Mellon could recall Kane Drummond to the engine room. Long-term absentee Jack Stevens is the hosts' only injury concern, and D. Daniels is listed as a doubt.
Accrington
Striker Tyler Walton picked up an injury against Cheltenham Town and will be assessed, and Charlie Warren is the man most likely to replace him. Aidan Borland is back from international duty unscathed. Charlie Caton and Shaun Whalley are among the six players ruled out.
Oldham vs Accrington Predicted Lineup
Oldham
Formation: 3-5-2 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: M. Hudson; R. Delaney, M. Monthé, L. Temple; J. Robson, K. Drummond, K. Appiah-Forson, O. Norburn, G. Scott-Morriss; C. Kavanagh, M. Fondop (probable)
Accrington
Formation: 3-5-2 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: L. Moulden; J. Anderson, S. Conneely, A. Borland; D. Tutonda, A. Henderson, S. Mols, D. Love, C. O'Brien; C. Warren, J. Woods (probable)
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Oldham vs Accrington Key Stats & Match Facts
Oldham have conceded at least 2 goals in their last 4 matches in League Two.
There have been under 2.5 goals scored in Accrington's last 3 games in League Two.
Calum Kavanagh has recorded 1+ shots on target in 5 of his last 6 appearances in League Two.
Josh Woods has been carded in 3 of his last 4 appearances in League Two.
Mike Fondop has committed 3+ fouls in 3 of his last 3 appearances in League Two.
Oldham vs Accrington Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Oldham win. Our Oldham vs Accrington prediction goes against the form book, but the projections still have the hosts ahead on expected goals, 1.64 to 1.04. Oldham are 4/5 with Unibet, and that price sits roughly in line with the projections, which makes them a flawed favourite at a fair price rather than a giveaway.
Best Bets
Oldham to beat Accrington in the Win Market. They are the home side and the model's favourite. The losing run is a genuine worry, but the numbers still rate Oldham above an Accrington side with seven players missing. The hosts are strong at creating scoring opportunities and playing through balls, so they head our Oldham vs Accrington best bets.
Over 2.5 goals in the Total Goals Over/Under market. The projected total of 2.68 goals sits above the line, and Oldham have conceded at least 2 goals in each of their last 4 League Two matches. Accrington have a cutting edge on the counter but are flimsy defending counters and set pieces themselves, which points to a messy, open afternoon.
Oldham vs Accrington Bet Builder
Our Oldham vs Accrington bet builder tips take the bolder line at a bigger price: Accrington to win, Charlie Caton to score, both teams to score and Accrington or the draw in Double Chance.
We side with Oldham in the single, but this is the upset angle. Oldham have lost their last 4 League Two matches. Accrington are 7/2 with Bet365 on their own.
Charlie Caton has scored in 2 of his last 3 appearances in League Two. He is currently listed as injured, though, so confirm he is involved before kick-off.
Both teams to score suits the shape of this one. Both sides are rated strong at creating scoring opportunities, and the projections put both teams scoring at just over 52%.
Accrington-Draw in Double Chance is the cover leg. The visitors are rated strong at coming back from losing positions, and with Oldham sitting 21st, a share of the spoils is very much live.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 10/1 and is as short as 17/2 elsewhere.
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Oldham vs Accrington Talking Points
The big question is whether Oldham can finally turn volume into goals. Mellon's side shoot often and from distance, but finishing is a listed weakness, so their best route may be Accrington's poor record against long shots. At the other end the visitors are aggressive, direct and strong in the air, so expect a messy contest, with Josh Woods walking a disciplinary tightrope up front.
Oldham vs Accrington Predictions FAQs
When is the Oldham vs Accrington English League Two game?
Oldham vs Accrington kicks off at 12:30 UK time on Saturday, 10 October 2026.
Where is Oldham vs Accrington being played?
The match will be played at Boundary Park.
What competition is Oldham vs Accrington in?
Oldham vs Accrington is an English League Two fixture.
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