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Plymouth vs Mansfield Prediction

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Plymouth

€10.57m

27 Jan14:45
1 : 1

Mansfield

€7.62m

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Plymouth vs Mansfield Prediction League One

Plymouth vs Mansfield Prediction, Tips and Betting Odds Analysis

Welcome to our Plymouth vs Mansfield prediction for the League One fixture at Home Park on January 27, 2026. With both teams eager to climb the table, football fans and sports betting enthusiasts alike are in for an intriguing evening. Let’s break down the head to head, tactics, betting odds, and what our AI tips suggest for this much-anticipated encounter.

Form Guide and Tactical Insights

Plymouth, under the fresh guidance of Tom Cleverley, have found their rhythm at just the right time. After a rocky start, the Pilgrims have put together four straight wins in all competitions, including three in League One. Their most recent league triumph, a narrow 1-0 win over Luton Town, showcased a side rediscovering its defensive grit and attacking purpose. At Home Park, however, their record reads like a rollercoaster: four wins, two draws, and seven defeats. Consistency at home is something Cleverley will want to address.

Mansfield Town, led by the ever-experienced Nigel Clough, have also caught fire with five consecutive wins across all fronts. Their latest, a convincing 3-0 victory over Port Vale, underlines a squad brimming with confidence, especially on the road. Mansfield’s away form is solid, with four wins, three draws, and five defeats—suggesting they’re always capable of springing a surprise.

Team News and Player Movements

  • Plymouth: Defender Alex Mitchell is staying put for the season, while young winger Freddie Issaka returns from a loan spell. Law McCabe has cut his loan short, and striker Joe Hatch is off to Torquay United for a month. The return of Owen Oseni and Owen Dale from injury could offer a timely boost.
  • Mansfield: The Stags have bolstered their attack with Victor Adeboyejo, a powerful forward from Bolton. With Owen Mason out on loan, Liam Roberts is the main man between the posts.

Alex Mitchell has openly talked about Plymouth’s ambition to reach the play-offs—a bold goal, but one that seems less far-fetched given their recent surge. On the other side, Clough’s men look like a unit capable of mixing it with anyone in the division.

Head to Head and Historical Context

Recent head to head meetings favor Plymouth, who have won four of the last five encounters, though Mansfield did claim a 2.25 victory in their most recent match-up. With both sides now in strong form, this fixture feels perfectly poised for drama.

AI Predictions, Betting Odds, and Best Tips

Now, let’s get nerdy. Our Plymouth vs Mansfield prediction leans towards the home side, with the betting odds offering 2.25 for a Plymouth win, 3.55 for a draw, and 3.45 for a Mansfield win. Our AI suggests the safest bet is 1X (home win or draw) with a trust rating of 7.0/10 and odds of 1.35. For those feeling bolder, a straight Plymouth win (1) is tipped as the best 1x2 bet by NerdyTips’ AI, trust score 5.6, odds 2.25.

  • Over/Under: Over 1.5 goals is predicted with moderate trust (4.3/10, odds 1.35), reflecting both teams’ recent attacking form.
  • Expected Score: AI models forecast a 2.25 home win, with Plymouth likely to lead 1:0 at the break.
  • Stats: Plymouth are set for 59% possession, 16 shots (5 on target), while Mansfield are expected to muster 9 shots (3 on target). Corners could total 9 (6-3 in Plymouth’s favor), with the home side picking up one yellow card and the visitors two.

Plymouth vs Mansfield Prediction: Final Thoughts

With both squads in good spirits and the betting odds reflecting a tight contest, our Plymouth vs Mansfield prediction points to a home win or draw as the most reliable outcome. Plymouth’s squad value (€10.57m vs Mansfield’s €7.62m) and home advantage could tip the scales, but don’t count out Clough’s resilient Stags. Expect goals, drama, and a night where every corner and shot could matter. For sports betting fans, this is one to watch—and maybe even wager on.

Stay tuned for more head to head analysis, betting tips, and League One predictions right here on NerdyTips.

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Plymouth has an unusually high recent form

Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Plymouth vs Mansfield

1X -286

Plymouth to win or draw with odds of -286
7/10

1x2 Tip

1 125

Plymouth is expected to win with odds of 125
5/10

Total Goals

Over 1.5 -435

At least 2 goals will be scored in the match
4/10

Both Teams To Score

Yes -159

Both teams are expected to score
1/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&O1.5 -164

Home win/draw and over 1.5 goals
2/10
Both Teams To Score

Half-Time Score

1:0

Correct Score

2:1

Stats Predictions

1.56
xG
1.2
59%
Ball Possession
41%
16
Total Shots
9
5
Shots on Goal
3
6
Shots Off Goal
3
6
Corners
3
1
Yellow Cards
2

Average / Match

1.29
Expected Goals
1.09
2.9
Total Goals
2.9
1.9
Goals Scored
1.8
1
Goals Against
1.1
48%
Possession
39%
13.7
Total Shots
9.5
4.4
Shots on Goal
3.8
5.1
Shots off Goal
3.3
12.7
Fouls
11.1
5.1
Corners
4.1
1.7
Offsides
0.4
2.71
Yellow Cards
2.57
303
Total Passes
290

Overview Last 10 Matches

7
Wins
5
6
Over 1.5 Goals
7
4
Over 2.5 Goals
6
3
Over 3.5 Goals
3
5
Both Teams Scored
5
1
Unexpected Wins
2
0
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Plymouth
8 - 2 - 2
Mansfield
Mansfield Mansfield 28-Oct-25
2:0
Plymouth Plymouth
Plymouth Plymouth 18-Jan-20
3:1
Mansfield Mansfield
Mansfield Mansfield 28-Sep-19
0:1
Plymouth Plymouth
Mansfield Mansfield 11-Mar-17
0:2
Plymouth Plymouth
Mansfield Mansfield 05-Nov-16
1:2
Plymouth Plymouth
Plymouth Plymouth 20-Aug-16
2:0
Mansfield Mansfield
Plymouth Plymouth 13-Feb-16
3:0
Mansfield Mansfield
Mansfield Mansfield 26-Sep-15
0:0
Plymouth Plymouth
Plymouth Plymouth 11-Apr-15
2:1
Mansfield Mansfield
Mansfield Mansfield 22-Nov-14
1:0
Plymouth Plymouth

Profile time Recent Matches of Plymouth

31 Jan Stockport Stockport.
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Plymouth. Plymouth
24 JanW Plymouth Plymouth.
1:0
Luton. Luton
17 JanW Peterborough Peterborough.
0:1
Plymouth. Plymouth
13 JanW Bristol R Bristol R.
3:4
Plymouth. Plymouth
04 JanW Plymouth Plymouth.
3:0
Burton. Burton
01 JanD Stevenage Stevenage.
1:1
Plymouth. Plymouth
29 DecD Plymouth Plymouth.
1:1
Wycombe. Wycombe
26 DecL Plymouth Plymouth.
1:4
Reading. Reading
20 DecW Doncaster Doncaster.
1:5
Plymouth. Plymouth
13 DecW Plymouth Plymouth.
1:0
Rotherham. Rotherham

Profile time Recent Matches of Mansfield

24 JanDStevenage Stevenage.
1:1
Mansfield.Mansfield
17 JanWMansfield Mansfield.
3:0
Port Vale.Port Vale
11 JanWSheffield Utd Sheffield Ut.
3:4
Mansfield.Mansfield
01 JanWMansfield Mansfield.
3:0
Bradford Cit.Bradford City
29 DecWBolton Bolton.
0:1
Mansfield.Mansfield
26 DecWBarnsley Barnsley.
2:3
Mansfield.Mansfield
20 DecLMansfield Mansfield.
1:2
Stockport.Stockport
13 DecDAFC Wimbledon AFC Wimbledo.
0:0
Mansfield.Mansfield
09 DecLMansfield Mansfield.
0:1
Bolton.Bolton
06 DecDAccrington Accrington.
2:2
Mansfield.Mansfield

England - League One England - League One

Team Matches Goals Points
1 Cardiff Cardiff27
46-27
56
2 Lincoln Lincoln27
44-29
52
3 Bolton Bolton28
35-26
46
4 Bradford Bradford26
35-28
46
5 Stockport County Stockport27
38-33
46
6 Huddersfield Huddersfield28
47-38
42
7 Luton Luton27
37-33
39
8 Stevenage Stevenage26
28-24
39
9 Peterborough Peterborough27
35-35
38
10 Exeter City Exeter City26
31-24
36
11 Mansfield Town Mansfield Town25
35-29
36
12 Wycombe Wycombe27
34-31
36
13 Reading Reading26
35-33
36
14 Plymouth Plymouth27
34-39
36
15 Barnsley Barnsley23
37-36
33
16 Leyton Orient Leyton Orient27
40-45
32
17 Blackpool Blackpool27
34-39
32
18 AFC Wimbledon AFC Wimbledon26
28-35
32
19 Wigan Wigan26
29-31
31
20 Burton Albion Burton Albion26
27-37
30
21 Northampton Northampton26
23-32
29
22 Doncaster Doncaster26
28-44
27
23 Rotherham Rotherham26
25-39
25
24 Port Vale Port Vale25
19-37
18
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