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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
1X -286
Plymouth to win or draw with odds of -2861 125
Plymouth is expected to win with odds of 125Over 1.5 -435
At least 2 goals will be scored in the matchYes -159
Both teams are expected to score1X&O1.5 -164
Home win/draw and over 1.5 goals
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2:1
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Mansfield |
28-Oct-25
2:0
| Plymouth ![]() |
Plymouth |
18-Jan-20
3:1
| Mansfield ![]() |
Mansfield |
28-Sep-19
0:1
| Plymouth ![]() |
Mansfield |
11-Mar-17
0:2
| Plymouth ![]() |
Mansfield |
05-Nov-16
1:2
| Plymouth ![]() |
Plymouth |
20-Aug-16
2:0
| Mansfield ![]() |
Plymouth |
13-Feb-16
3:0
| Mansfield ![]() |
Mansfield |
26-Sep-15
0:0
| Plymouth ![]() |
Plymouth |
11-Apr-15
2:1
| Mansfield ![]() |
Mansfield |
22-Nov-14
1:0
| Plymouth ![]() |
| 31 Jan |
Stockport.
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| Plymouth.
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| 24 Jan | W |
Plymouth.
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1:0
| Luton.
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| 17 Jan | W |
Peterborough.
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0:1
| Plymouth.
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| 13 Jan | W |
Bristol R.
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3:4
| Plymouth.
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| 04 Jan | W |
Plymouth.
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3:0
| Burton.
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| 01 Jan | D |
Stevenage.
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1:1
| Plymouth.
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| 29 Dec | D |
Plymouth.
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1:1
| Wycombe.
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| 26 Dec | L |
Plymouth.
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1:4
| Reading.
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| 20 Dec | W |
Doncaster.
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1:5
| Plymouth.
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| 13 Dec | W |
Plymouth.
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1:0
| Rotherham.
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| 24 Jan | D | Stevenage. |
1:1 |
Mansfield.![]() |
| 17 Jan | W | Mansfield. |
3:0 |
Port Vale.![]() |
| 11 Jan | W | Sheffield Ut. |
3:4 |
Mansfield.![]() |
| 01 Jan | W | Mansfield. |
3:0 |
Bradford Cit.![]() |
| 29 Dec | W | Bolton. |
0:1 |
Mansfield.![]() |
| 26 Dec | W | Barnsley. |
2:3 |
Mansfield.![]() |
| 20 Dec | L | Mansfield. |
1:2 |
Stockport.![]() |
| 13 Dec | D | AFC Wimbledo. |
0:0 |
Mansfield.![]() |
| 09 Dec | L | Mansfield. |
0:1 |
Bolton.![]() |
| 06 Dec | D | Accrington. |
2:2 |
Mansfield.![]() |
England - League One| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Cardiff | 27 | 46-27 | 56 |
| 2 |
Lincoln | 27 | 44-29 | 52 |
| 3 |
Bolton | 28 | 35-26 | 46 |
| 4 |
Bradford | 26 | 35-28 | 46 |
| 5 |
Stockport | 27 | 38-33 | 46 |
| 6 |
Huddersfield | 28 | 47-38 | 42 |
| 7 |
Luton | 27 | 37-33 | 39 |
| 8 |
Stevenage | 26 | 28-24 | 39 |
| 9 |
Peterborough | 27 | 35-35 | 38 |
| 10 |
Exeter City | 26 | 31-24 | 36 |
| 11 |
Mansfield Town | 25 | 35-29 | 36 |
| 12 |
Wycombe | 27 | 34-31 | 36 |
| 13 |
Reading | 26 | 35-33 | 36 |
| 14 |
Plymouth | 27 | 34-39 | 36 |
| 15 |
Barnsley | 23 | 37-36 | 33 |
| 16 |
Leyton Orient | 27 | 40-45 | 32 |
| 17 |
Blackpool | 27 | 34-39 | 32 |
| 18 |
AFC Wimbledon | 26 | 28-35 | 32 |
| 19 |
Wigan | 26 | 29-31 | 31 |
| 20 |
Burton Albion | 26 | 27-37 | 30 |
| 21 |
Northampton | 26 | 23-32 | 29 |
| 22 |
Doncaster | 26 | 28-44 | 27 |
| 23 |
Rotherham | 26 | 25-39 | 25 |
| 24 |
Port Vale | 25 | 19-37 | 18 |