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Peterborough vs Bolton Prediction

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Peterborough

€9.55m

10 Jan10:00
3 : 1

Bolton

€19.70m

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Peterborough vs Bolton Prediction League One

Peterborough vs Bolton Prediction: League One Betting Insights

Welcome to our in-depth Peterborough vs Bolton prediction for the League One match scheduled at Weston Homes Stadium on January 10, 2026, at 15:00 GMT. Whether you’re a casual fan or a seasoned punter, this preview covers everything from recent form and head to head history to sports betting angles and tactical nuances, all tailored for nerdytips.com readers. We’ll break down the stats, analyze the betting odds, and offer our best tips—so you can make informed choices for your weekend accumulator.

Form, Standings, and Team News: Context for Your Bets

As the new year kicks off, Bolton Wanderers find themselves in 6th place, keeping their promotion hopes alive, while Peterborough United sit 11th, looking to climb the table. The hosts come off a mixed run—three wins in their last five, including a confident 2-0 win at Rotherham, but also a bruising 5-2 defeat to Lincoln. Bolton, meanwhile, have been less convincing, picking up just one win in their last five but holding firm with two draws, including a goalless stalemate at Northampton.

  • Peterborough United: Recent departures and injuries could impact their midfield and defense. The loss of Ryan De Havilland to Bristol Rovers and ongoing absences for Sam Hughes, Rio Adebisi, Declan Frith, and Cian Hayes mean manager Luke Williams must shuffle his pack.
  • Bolton Wanderers: Steven Schumacher’s side has seen rotation, with Richard Taylor making his league debut and Max Conway dropping out. Injuries to Josh Dacres-Cogley, Will Forrester, and Victor Adeboyejo (despite his return) continue to test their depth. The January transfer window looms large, with Schumacher hinting at new arrivals and possible departures.

Head to head, Bolton have the historical edge: 6 wins to Peterborough’s 3, with 4 draws since 2012. The last meeting saw Bolton win 2-1 in October, but their most recent encounter at this ground ended level. Both teams have a knack for defying the betting odds, as seen in famous away draws against Bournemouth and Sheffield Wednesday in recent years.

Tactics, Playing Styles, and Key Players

Peterborough, under Luke Williams, tend to favor a balanced approach, looking to control possession and exploit spaces with quick transitions. However, injuries in defense and midfield may force a more cautious setup. Bolton, managed by Steven Schumacher, often deploy a flexible 4-2-3.05 or 4-3-3, with Dion Charles leading the line and creative support from players like James McAtee and Aaron Collins.

  • Expected Possession: Bolton 51%, Peterborough 49%—suggesting a fairly even midfield battle.
  • Shots: Both teams are projected to take 13 shots, but Peterborough are expected to get more on target (4 vs 2).
  • Set Pieces: Each side is predicted to win 5 corners, highlighting the importance of dead-ball situations.

Squad values tell their own story: Bolton’s €19.7m to Peterborough’s €9.55m underlines the visitors’ greater depth, but League One is rarely decided on paper.

Peterborough vs Bolton Prediction: Betting Odds and AI Tips

Now, let’s turn to the Peterborough vs Bolton prediction from our AI and the latest betting odds. Bookmakers have Bolton as slight favorites (2.3), with Peterborough at 3.05 for a home win and the draw at 3.6. Our AI, however, sees value in the home side, suggesting Peterborough as the best 1x2 bet with a trust score of 2.3 and odds of 3.05. If you like a bit of risk, the home win could tempt.

  1. Under 3.6 Goals: This market stands out, with our AI assigning a trust score of 5.1 and odds of 1.4. Both sides have shown defensive resilience and, with injuries affecting attacking fluency, a cagey affair is likely.
  2. Score Prediction: The AI tips a 2-1 win for Peterborough, with a 1-0 lead at half-time. This aligns with recent head to head trends and the hosts’ knack for finding goals at home.
  3. Discipline and Set Pieces: Expect a competitive but controlled match—2 yellow cards for Peterborough, 1 for Bolton, and 10 corners in total.

In summary, our Peterborough vs Bolton prediction leans towards a narrow home win in a low-scoring game, with under 3.6 goals the most reliable sports betting tip. While Bolton have the squad value and historical edge, Peterborough’s recent form at home and their ability to punch above their weight make them a solid value pick at the current betting odds. For punters, this is a fixture where smart money might go against the favorites—just as both teams have done in the past.

Key Takeaways for Bettors

  • Back Peterborough for the win if you’re seeking value, but consider under 3.6 goals as your safest bet.
  • Keep an eye on late team news—injuries and transfers could shift the betting odds before kick-off.
  • Expect a tactical, evenly matched contest with both sides fighting for every point as the promotion race heats up.

That wraps up our Peterborough vs Bolton prediction. For more League One head to head analysis, sports betting tips, and the latest odds, stay tuned to nerdytips.com.

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Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Peterborough vs Bolton

U3.5 -250

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -250
5/10

1x2 Tip

1 205

Peterborough is expected to win with odds of 205
2/10

Total Goals

Under 3.5 -250

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match
5/10

Both Teams To Score

Yes -156

Both teams are expected to score
1/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&U4.5 103

Home win/draw and under 4.5 goals
1/10
Both Teams To Score

Half-Time Score

1:0

Correct Score

2:1

Stats Predictions

1.46
xG
1.36
49%
Ball Possession
51%
13
Total Shots
13
4
Shots on Goal
2
4
Shots Off Goal
6
5
Corners
5
2
Yellow Cards
1

Average / Match

1.57
Expected Goals
1.5
2.4
Total Goals
2
1.2
Goals Scored
1
1.2
Goals Against
1
61%
Possession
64%
15
Total Shots
14.7
5.3
Shots on Goal
3.6
5.2
Shots off Goal
6.6
8.6
Fouls
7.2
5.6
Corners
6.1
1.4
Offsides
1
2
Yellow Cards
1.25
502
Total Passes
519

Overview Last 10 Matches

5
Wins
4
6
Over 1.5 Goals
6
4
Over 2.5 Goals
4
1
Over 3.5 Goals
1
5
Both Teams Scored
4
0
Unexpected Wins
0
0
Unexpected Loses
1

Head to Head

Peterborough
3 - 3 - 6
Bolton
Bolton Bolton 04-Oct-25
2:1
Peterborough Peterborough
Peterborough Peterborough 26-Apr-25
1:1
Bolton Bolton
Bolton Bolton 26-Oct-24
1:0
Peterborough Peterborough
Peterborough Peterborough 27-Apr-24
3:3
Bolton Bolton
Bolton Bolton 23-Sep-23
1:1
Peterborough Peterborough
Peterborough Peterborough 11-Feb-23
0:5
Bolton Bolton
Bolton Bolton 17-Sep-22
1:0
Peterborough Peterborough
Peterborough Peterborough 14-Dec-19
1:0
Bolton Bolton
Bolton Bolton 30-Apr-17
3:0
Peterborough Peterborough

Profile time Recent Matches of Peterborough

17 Jan Peterborough Peterborough.
-
Plymouth. Plymouth
10 JanW Peterborough Peterborough.
3:1
Bolton. Bolton
04 JanL Lincoln Lincoln.
5:2
Peterborough. Peterborough
01 JanW Rotherham Rotherham.
0:2
Peterborough. Peterborough
29 DecD Peterborough Peterborough.
1:1
Reading. Reading
26 DecW Peterborough Peterborough.
1:0
Leyton Orien. Leyton Orient
20 DecW Port Vale Port Vale.
0:1
Peterborough. Peterborough
13 DecW Peterborough Peterborough.
2:1
Northampton. Northampton
09 DecW Reading Reading.
1:2
Peterborough. Peterborough
06 DecL Peterborough Peterborough.
0:1
Barnsley. Barnsley

Profile time Recent Matches of Bolton

17 JanWigan Wigan.
-
Bolton.Bolton
13 JanLBolton Bolton.
0:1
Port Vale.Port Vale
10 JanLPeterborough Peterborough.
3:1
Bolton.Bolton
04 JanDBolton Bolton.
0:0
Northampton.Northampton
01 JanDDoncaster Doncaster.
1:1
Bolton.Bolton
29 DecLBolton Bolton.
0:1
Mansfield.Mansfield
26 DecWBolton Bolton.
1:0
Rotherham.Rotherham
20 DecLWycombe Wycombe.
2:1
Bolton.Bolton
13 DecWBolton Bolton.
2:1
Exeter.Exeter
09 DecWMansfield Mansfield.
0:1
Bolton.Bolton

England - League One England - League One

Team Matches Goals Points
1 Cardiff Cardiff25
43-25
52
2 Lincoln Lincoln25
40-26
48
3 Bradford Bradford24
34-25
46
4 Stockport County Stockport Coun25
34-30
42
5 Huddersfield Huddersfield26
45-35
39
6 Bolton Bolton25
32-25
39
7 Luton Luton25
35-30
38
8 Stevenage Stevenage23
27-20
37
9 Reading Reading24
32-28
35
10 Peterborough Peterborough25
33-34
35
11 Wycombe Wycombe25
32-28
33
12 Mansfield Town Mansfield Town23
31-28
32
13 AFC Wimbledon AFC Wimbledon24
27-33
31
14 Exeter City Exeter City24
25-23
30
15 Wigan Wigan24
26-27
30
16 Plymouth Plymouth25
32-39
30
17 Barnsley Barnsley21
33-33
29
18 Leyton Orient Leyton Orient25
36-42
29
19 Blackpool Blackpool25
31-37
29
20 Northampton Northampton24
22-28
29
21 Burton Albion Burton Albion24
23-34
27
22 Rotherham Rotherham24
22-35
24
23 Doncaster Doncaster24
24-41
23
24 Port Vale Port Vale23
18-31
18
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