The late May Bank Holiday weekend promises drama year after year thanks to the EFL playoffs and after exciting matches which saw Brentford promoted to the Premier League and Blackpool return to the Championship it’s time for Morecambe and Newport County to battle it out for a spot in League One.
Drama was not in short supply for these two during their playoff semi-final wins and we’re expecting a thrilling encounter at Wembley Stadium in the Bank Holiday sun.
| Match Details | |
|---|---|
| Match Name | Morecambe vs Newport County (Championship) |
| When | Monday, May 31, 2021, 3 PM |
| Where | Wembley Stadium, London |
| Best Bet | Get 27/20 on Over 2.5 Goals @ bet365* |
| How to Watch | Live on Sky Sports |
Morecambe vs Newport County Odds Comparison:
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Morecambe vs Newport County – Our Prediction and Best Bet
The playoffs are often referred to as a lottery. While the league table doesn’t lie at the end of the season, these matches can be settled by the finest of margins and external factors such as the mentality of a team have a greater impact when the pressure is at its highest.
Newport County certainly had to show an incredible amount of mental fortitude and belief to come through a rollercoaster semi-final against Forest Green and it could be that the League Two playoff final is another tough watch for their fans. There should be action at both ends in this one so back over 2.5 goals at 27/20 with bet365*.
Morecambe vs Newport County Betting Odds
Morecambe finished the season five points ahead of Newport in the League Two table but they lost both matches against County, conceding five goals in the process so this should be a close-run thing.
Morecambe to Win Odds
The Shrimps better league record counts for nothing at Wembley and the bookies actually make Morecambe the underdogs with BetVictor going 19/10 about their chances.
Morecambe vs Newport County Draw Odds
After the topsy turvy League Two playoff semi-finals it would perhaps be fitting if this match went further than 90 minutes. The draw is 11/5 with bet365*.
Newport County to Win Odds
After the way that Newport fought back to see off Forest Green their fans must be feeling as though there is a certain amount of fate on their side. If you agree, Newport are 13/8 with Betfair to win the match.
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Morecambe vs Newport County Stats and Facts
- The two league fixtures between Morecambe and Newport County produced seven goals with five of them coming for Newport
- Morecambe’s record against top six sides in League Two was poor, their only wins coming against champions Cheltenham
- Morecambe ended the season top of the form table with 16 points from their last eight matches
- Newport had the fourth-best defence in League Two and Morecambe the fourth-best attack
Morecambe vs Newport County Players to Watch Out For
- Morecambe: Cole Stockton will lead the line for Morecambe with confidence having scored three goals in his last three matches.
- Newport County: Mickey Demetriou has excelled in a back-three for Newport this season and knows what it takes to win promotion to League One having done so with Shrewsbury in 2015.
FAQs
Where can I watch Morecambe vs Newport County?
Sky Sports is the broadcaster for the League Two playoff final with the match on Main Event.
What happened the last time Morecambe played Newport County?
Newport earned a comprehensive 3-1 win over Morecambe at the Mazuma Stadium in March to complete a league double against their playoff final opponents.
How many fans will be allowed in to watch the match?
12,000 is the maximum capacity allowed at Wembley and the clubs are hopeful of selling much of their allocation.
How did Morecambe and Newport County fare in the regular season?
Morecambe’s points tally of 78 was five more than Newport but it only saw them finish one place higher in the table.
*Please note that all odds are correct at time of article publication.
