Reading vs. Birmingham (Saturday, 12.30pm)
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Looking to move one step closer to the top-six positions, Reading will take on title favourites Birmingham City at Select Car Leasing Stadium in League One on Saturday afternoon.
The Royals have enjoyed a stellar February schedule to date ahead of this weekend, whilst Blues are on course for two trophies this season.
We say: Reading 1-1 Birmingham City
After the ecstasy of booking a spot at Wembley on Tuesday night, there could be a lull for Birmingham in Berkshire on Saturday afternoon.
Reading are mightily impressive on home soil and will fancy their chances of securing a respectable point against Blues from this one.
> League One preview: Reading vs Birmingham
Rotherham vs. Barnsley (Saturday, 12.30pm)
![Rotherham United manager Steve Evans during the EFL Sky Bet League 1 match between Wycombe Wanderers and Rotherham United at Adams Park, High Wycombe, England, on 24 August 2024. [on August 25, 2024]](https://sm.imgix.net/24/34/steve-evans.jpg?w=640&h=480&auto=compress,format&fit=clip "Rotherham United manager Steve Evans during the EFL Sky Bet League 1 match between Wycombe Wanderers and Rotherham United at Adams Park, High Wycombe, England, on 24 August 2024. [on August 25, 2024]")
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Both aiming to end dismal runs of form and climb the League One table, Rotherham United and Barnsley will meet in a Yorkshire derby at the New York Stadium on Saturday.
A four-match winless run has seen the hosts drop back down to 14th spot, while their visitors have quickly fallen 10 points behind the playoff places in the midst of a six-match winless streak.
We say: Rotherham United 1-1 Barnsley
Saturday's meeting promises to be an intriguing one between two sides desperate to kickstart turnarounds with a victory over their Yorkshire rivals.
Both sides possess more quality than their current runs suggest, and we expect the points to be shared at the New York Stadium given the lack of momentum.
> League One preview: Rotherham vs Barnsley
Blackpool vs. Crawley (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Blackpool are set to welcome Crawley Town to Bloomfield Road on Saturday for a clash that could affect the fight for survival in League One.
The Seasiders extended their unbeaten streak with a draw last time out, while the Red Devils are on their longest undefeated stretch since August.
We say: Blackpool 1-1 Crawley Town
Blackpool may have the advantage in terms of league position, but their inability to take maximum points could hinder them once again this weekend.
At the same time, Crawley will be ready for a fight knowing that they have a good chance of taking at least a point from the game, so expect a close contest on Saturday.
> League One preview: Blackpool vs Crawley
Bolton vs. Leyton Orient (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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The Toughsheet Community Stadium is set to host a promotion six-pointer on Saturday when Bolton Wanderers take on Leyton Orient in League One.
The Trotters have alternated between wins and losses this month, while the O's are on a three-game winning streak and will be feeling confident ahead of this weekend's clash.
We say: Bolton Wanderers 1-3 Leyton Orient
Bolton may have marginally outscored their opponents this season but they have conceded 20 more goals than Orient so far this term.
With this in mind - as well as the O's excellent away record - expect the visitors to take all three points on Saturday.
> League One preview: Bolton vs Leyton Orient
Cambridge vs. Stockport (Saturday, 3.00pm)
![Dave Challinor manager of Stockport County during the Pre-season friendly match Stockport County vs Blackburn Rovers at Edgeley Park Stadium, Stockport, United Kingdom, August 2, 2024 [on August 11, 2024]](https://sm.imgix.net/24/32/dave-challinor.jpg?w=640&h=480&auto=compress,format&fit=clip "Dave Challinor manager of Stockport County during the Pre-season friendly match Stockport County vs Blackburn Rovers at Edgeley Park Stadium, Stockport, United Kingdom, August 2, 2024 [on August 11, 2024]")
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Bottom-of-the-table Cambridge United will be desperate for points on Saturday when they host promotion hopefuls Stockport County at Cledara Abbey Stadium in League One.
The U's are on yet another five-game winless run but could benefit from the new manager bounce after parting ways with Garry Monk.
We say: Cambridge United 1-3 Stockport County
Cambridge have 15 games left to save their season, and they could start well by scoring this weekend with a new manager in the dugout.
However, given the gulf in quality between the sides - and the fact that all of the momentum seems to be with Stockport ahead of Saturday's clash - the Hatters are likely to extend their unbeaten streak once more with another victory.
> League One preview: Cambridge vs Stockport
Charlton vs. Exeter (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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In the race for promotion from League One, Charlton Athletic are set to host Exeter City at the Valley on Saturday.
In contrasting form, the Addicks' lengthy unbeaten streak was broken last time out, while the Grecians earned their first win for more than a month.
We say: Charlton Athletic 2-0 Exeter City
Charlton may have lost last time out, but their form prior had been excellent, and they will be looking to get back to winning ways this weekend.
Given that the Addicks have the best defensive record outside of the top six, the Grecians may struggle to break them down, and Jones's side could keep a clean sheet alongside earning all three points on Saturday.
> League One preview: Charlton vs Exeter
Huddersfield vs. Peterborough (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Huddersfield Town and Peterborough United will do battle at the John Smith's Stadium on Saturday in a game of major importance at both ends of the League One table.
The hosts have strengthened their standing in the top six with back-to-back victories, while their visitors now lead the relegation zone by just two points.
We say: Huddersfield Town 2-0 Peterborough United
With Huddersfield Town having regained momentum in their promotion bid in the last week and the visitors still low on confidence at the bottom end of the table, we back Michael Duff's men to make it three victories in a row on Saturday.
> League One preview: Huddersfield vs Peterborough
Lincoln vs. Burton Albion (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Lincoln City play host to Burton Albion on Saturday afternoon looking for the win that will keep them on the periphery of the playoff race.
At a time when the home side sit in 10th place in the League One table, Burton are in 21st spot, now just two points away from moving outside of the relegation zone.
We say: Lincoln City 2-1 Burton Albion
Although Burton are the form team heading into this contest, we cannot ignore the manner of Lincoln's win at Mansfield. With that in mind, we are backing Skubala's side to come through with a hard-fought victory, perhaps courtesy of a late goal.
> League One preview: Lincoln vs Burton Albion
Northampton vs. Bristol Rovers (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Northampton Town and Bristol Rovers meet on Saturday afternoon with the two clubs having an opportunity to move clear of the relegation zone.
Sitting in 19th and 18th position in the League One table respectively, there are just two points separating these teams in the standings.
We say: Northampton Town 1-2 Bristol Rovers
With both teams having shown improvement of late, they will each fancy their chances of adding points to their respective totals. However, we are backing the visitors to come through, a result that could prove pivotal come the end of the season.
> League One preview: Northampton vs Bristol Rovers
Shrewsbury vs. Stevenage (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Shrewsbury Town play host to Stevenage on Saturday afternoon needing a win to remain within close proximity of moving out of trouble in League One.
At a time when the home side sit in 23rd position in the standings, Stevenage remain in 13th place despite a four-match winless streak.
We say: Shrewsbury Town 1-1 Stevenage
With both teams out of form, this could prove to be somewhat of a war of attrition on Saturday. Taking that into consideration, a low-scoring draw feels like the most realistic outcome, a result that would suit neither team.
> League One preview: Shrewsbury vs Stevenage
Wycombe vs. Wigan (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Aiming to extend a six-match unbeaten streak and strengthen their position in the top two of the League One table, Wycombe Wanderers will welcome Wigan Athletic to Adams Park on Saturday.
The hosts moved five points clear of third spot with a victory on Tuesday, while their visitors sit 16th in the midst of a four-match winless streak.
We say: Wycombe Wanderers 2-0 Wigan Athletic
With League One's strongest attack meeting its weakest, we can only envisage Wycombe Wanderers further solidifying their top-two spot with a home victory over a Wigan Athletic side lacking momentum.
