Rochdale and Crawley Town face each other in an official match of the 2026/27 EFL League Two season. The game takes place at Crown Oil Arena on Saturday, 22/08/2026, at 15:00 (UK Time).

Our experts have prepared predictions for The Dale vs The Reds, 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 Rochdale vs Crawley Town

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Double Chance: Rochdale or Draw

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

👉 Our prediction is: Crawley Town to win the 1st half

Crawley Town to win the first half is our top tip for this match. The visitors have the tools on both ends of the pitch to give their hosts some serious trouble, which makes them such an intriguing bet.

Meanwhile, their half-time odds are also more appealing and bring better value than the result of the full match.

👉 Our prediction is: Rochdale win or draw

The home team is usually a safe bet in the Double Chance market, and that is no different in the upcoming match. Our top tip is to bet a Rochdale win or draw against Crawley Town.

Our analysis of Rochdale points to them being the superior side, which is why they have a strong chance to win the match outright. And with the added benefit of needing only a draw at home against Crawley Town, their chances of cashing in the 1X Double Chance bet grow even stronger.

The Dale preview

Rochdale comes into the match having played 1 games in the EFL League Two so far. They have recorded 0 wins, 0 draws, and 1 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 9 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 1.83.

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 3 goals with an average of 3 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 53 goals conceded in 52 matches, resulting in an average of 1.02.

Red Devils preview

On the other hand, Crawley Town comes into the match having played 1 games in the EFL League Two so far. They have recorded 0 wins, 0 draws, and 1 losses, with an average of 0 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026/27 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 10 wins, 16 draws, and 28 losses.

Crawley Town's attack has scored 53 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 0.98.

The offence system of Crawley Town is led by Kabongo Tshimanga as the top scorer of the season. The english forward has scored 16 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Harry Forster, who has contributed with 5 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 1 goals with an average of 1 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 82 goals conceded in 54 matches, resulting in an average of 1.52.

Head to head: Rochdale vs Crawley Town

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Home Team

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Rochdale

England - EFL League Two

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L L D D W

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Home W D W L W

2

Away L L D D W

1

Away Team

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Crawley Town

England - EFL League Two

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L L W D D

1

Home L D D L W

1

Away L W D L W

1.4

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Published on 19 August 2026, at 21:31 Last updated on 19 August 2026, at 21:31
Author: Amauri Barbosa

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