Bristol Rovers and Grimsby Town face each other on Saturday 02.21.2026, at 15:00 (UK Time), in a EFL League Two 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Bristol Rovers's home ground, the Memorial Stadium.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between The Pirates and The Mariners, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.

APWin predictions for The Pirates vs The Mariners

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

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👉 Our prediction is: Bristol Rovers to win the 1st half

As the odds and the statistics clearly indicate, Bristol Rovers is the superior side in this matchup. They play an aggressive attacking style that puts pressure on their opponents. We expect more or less the same gameplan at home against Grimsby Town, which should result in a fast start.

That is why we are tipping Bristol Rovers to win the first half in the half-time market.

👉 Our prediction is: over 9.5 corners

Our top betting tip for Bristol Rovers vs Grimsby Town is to take the over on 9.5 corner kicks. The statistics point to this being an open, free-flowing football match with plenty of opportunities for both teams to win and concede corners.

With odds of 1.43 on sports betting sites, don't overlook the good value to be had in the corners market.

Bristol Rovers preview

Bristol Rovers heads into the match with the following record in the EFL League Two: in 32 matches, The Pirates secured 8 victories, 3 draws, and 21 losses, maintaining an average of 0.84 points per game.

Taking a broader look at The Gas's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 11 victories so far.

Bristol Rovers has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 42 goals, of which 29 were scored in the EFL League Two, resulting in an average of 0.91 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Fabrizio cavegn, who has found the back of the net 9 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Alfie Kilgour has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 4 assists.

On the defensive side, Bristol Rovers has conceded 55 goals in the EFL League Two (an average of 1.72 per game) and 69 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.73 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.

Grimsby Town preview

Grimsby Town comes into the game with 31 matches played so far in the EFL League Two. They have secured 13 victories, 10 draws, and 8 losses, maintaining an average of 1.58 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 19 wins, 11 draws, and 12 losses.

The Mariners's attack has been highly effective, scoring 66 goals during this period. Of that total, 44 were netted in the EFL League Two, with an average of 1.42 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.57.

The Mariners's offensive system is led by Jaze Kabia, the team's top scorer this season. The irish midfielder has found the back of the net 8 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Charles Vernam. The midfielder has contributed with 7 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 34 goals with an average of 1.1 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 54 goals in 42 matches, averaging 1.29 per match.

Head to head: Bristol Rovers vs Grimsby Town

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Home Team

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Bristol Rovers

England - EFL League Two

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L L L W W

0.84

Home L W W L L

1

Away L L L L W

0.69

Away Team

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Grimsby Town

England - EFL League Two

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall D W D D W

1.58

Home D W D W W

1.56

Away D W W W L

1.6

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Published on 21 February 2026, at 03:43 Last updated on 21 February 2026, at 03:43
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