Newport County vs Rochdale | Prediction | EFL League Two | 15/08

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15 Aug 2026 07:30

Newport County and Rochdale face each other in an official match of the 2026/27 EFL League Two season. The game takes place at Rodney Parade on Saturday, 15/08/2026, at 12:30 (UK Time).

Our experts have prepared predictions for The Exiles vs The Dale, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.

APWin predictions for Newport County vs Rochdale

The top bookmakers have set the odds, and our team has analysed all relevant match data. See our expert match prediction below:

BTTS - Yes

Market: BTTS - Yes · @ 1.73

1.73

Confidence

65%

Last updated: 11-08-2026

APWin experts have analysed the main betting markets and selected high-value bets.

Our prediction is: Over 2.5 goals in the match

We strongly suggest taking the total to go over 2.5 goals in this matchup between Newport County and Rochdale.

With the high quality of attacking talent on display coupled with the questionable defence of both teams, this bet has a great chance of hitting.

Our prediction is: Rochdale to win the 1st half

Rochdale will travel looking for a win against Newport County. Even as the away side, expect Rochdale to be the primary aggressor in this match.

With Newport County hardly in the best of form of late, Rochdale has the perfect opportunity to capture a half-time lead on their way to a win. So our betting tip is for Rochdale to win the first half.

The Ironsides preview

Newport County comes into the match having played 0 games in the EFL League Two so far. They have recorded 0 wins, 0 draws, and 0 losses, with an average of 0 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026/27 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 13 wins, 10 draws, and 31 losses.

Newport County's attack has scored 55 goals during this period. Out of this total, 0 goals were scored in the EFL League Two, averaging 0 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.02.

The offence system of Newport County is led by Courtney Baker-Richardson as the top scorer of the season. The english forward has scored 6 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Kai Whitmore, who has contributed with 4 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 0 goals with an average of 0 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 89 goals conceded in 54 matches, resulting in an average of 1.65.

Newport County's Latest Results

The Dale preview

On the other hand, Rochdale comes into the match having played 0 games in the EFL League Two so far. They have recorded 0 wins, 0 draws, and 0 losses, with an average of 0 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026/27 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 34 wins, 9 draws, and 8 losses.

Rochdale's attack has scored 95 goals during this period. Out of this total, 0 goals were scored in the EFL League Two, averaging 0 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.86.

The offence system of Rochdale is led by Emmanuel Dieseruvwe as the top scorer of the season. The english forward has scored 26 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Devante Rodney, who has contributed with 9 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 0 goals with an average of 0 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 50 goals conceded in 51 matches, resulting in an average of 0.98.

Rochdale's Latest Results