Prediction: Bristol City vs Walsall – Carabao Cup – 06/08/2026
Preview
Bristol City will face Walsall in the Carabao Cup on Sunday, 06 August 2026, at 3 pm BST. The Robins have been inconsistent in their last five games, with two wins, one draw, and two defeats. They secured a 4-1 victory over Newcastle United in a Club Friendly match, while also suffering a 3-2 defeat against Forest Green Rovers. In the Carabao Cup, Bristol City were defeated 1-0 by Walsall. They also drew 1-1 with Exeter City and played out a goalless draw with Plymouth Argyle in Club Friendlies.
Walsall have also had a mixed run of form, with one win, two draws, and two defeats in their last five games. They secured a 0-1 victory over Bristol City in the Carabao Cup, while also drawing 0-0 with Notts County in a Club Friendly match. Walsall suffered a 1-0 defeat against AFC Telford United and a 5-0 thrashing at the hands of Aston Villa in Club Friendlies. They also played out a goalless draw with Leamington.
The Carabao Cup match between Bristol City and Walsall promises to be an intriguing encounter, with both teams looking to make a statement in the competition. Bristol City will be seeking to bounce back from their defeat to Walsall, while Walsall will be looking to build on their victory.
Bristol City
Fulltime Result
Walsall
home
33.26%
draw
26.05%
away
40.68%
Bristol City will host Walsall in the Carabao Cup on 06/08/2026. Our experts believe that Bristol City will have a slight advantage in this match, given their recent form. In their last five games, Bristol City have shown a mixed bag of results, with two draws against Exeter City and Plymouth Argyle, a win against Newcastle United, a defeat against Forest Green Rovers, and another draw against Swindon Town. However, they did manage to come from behind to win against Newcastle United, scoring four goals in the process.
On the other hand, Walsall have struggled in their last five games, with a draw against Notts County, a defeat against AFC Telford United, a heavy defeat against Aston Villa, a draw against Leamington, and a defeat against Bromley in the League Two. It's worth noting that Walsall did manage to hold Aston Villa to a draw in their last game, but they were unable to build on that performance.
In terms of key players, our experts are unable to find any information on any players who will miss the game for either team. Both teams seem to be at full strength ahead of this match.
As for rumors, our experts have found none. However, it's worth noting that both teams have been working hard in pre-season to prepare for the new season, and it will be interesting to see how they perform in this match.
Overall, while Walsall have shown some resilience in their recent games, Bristol City's recent form suggests that they will be the favourites to win this match. Our experts believe that Bristol City will emerge victorious, but it's likely to be a closely contested match.
Bristol City
Both Teams To Score
Walsall
yes
54.7%
no
45.3%
Our experts believe that both teams have a good chance of scoring in the match between Bristol City and Walsall. In the last five games, Bristol City scored a total of 11 goals, while Walsall found the net 7 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Bristol City
Over/Under
Walsall
Over 1.5
yes
75.53%
no
24.47%
Over 2.5
yes
52.06%
no
47.94%
Over 3.5
yes
30.25%
no
69.75%
Over 4.5
yes
17.47%
no
82.53%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Bristol City and Walsall. In the last five games, Bristol City scored a total of 19 goals, while Walsall scored 11 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Bristol City
Bristol City x Walsall Last matches
Walsall
Bristol City
40%
Draw
20%
Walsall
40%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 3.2
Both teams score 40
Goals scored(time 1) 2.2
Goals scored(time 2) 1
Over 2,5 20
Under 2.5 80
Bristol City
Total results
Walsall
8 matches
4
wins
/
1
draws
/
3
wins
4
wins
(50%)
1
draws
(13%)
3
wins
(38%)
Recent form
Bristol City
Wins
1/6 (16.67%)
Draws
3/6 (50%)
Losses
2/6 (33.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.17
Both score 66.67%
Goals scored 1.67
Goals conceded 1.5
Over 2,5 50
Less 2,5 50
Club Friendlies 3 - 25/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 29/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 29/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 01/08/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 01/08/2026
Carabao Cup - 06/08/2026
Walsall
Wins
1/6 (16.67%)
Draws
2/6 (33.33%)
Losses
3/6 (50%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 1.83
Both score 16.67%
Goals scored 0.33
Goals conceded 1.5
Over 2,5 33.33
Less 2,5 66.67
Club Friendlies 3 - 11/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 21/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 25/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 01/08/2026
Carabao Cup - 06/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from Bristol City
Bristol City is set to face Walsall in the first round stage of the 2026 Carabao Cup. The Robins have been involved in a series of friendly matches in recent weeks, with their last five games yielding mixed results. They drew 1-1 against Exeter City and Plymouth Argyle, while suffering a 3-2 defeat to Forest Green Rovers. In a more positive note, Bristol City secured a 4-1 win over Newcastle United. These friendlies have provided the team with valuable experience and will have helped the players to build their match fitness. As Bristol City prepares for the Carabao Cup, they will be looking to improve their performance from their previous encounter with Walsall. The team's recent form and standings will be crucial in determining their chances of success. Our experts believe that Bristol City will be looking to make a strong statement in the competition and will be eager to get off to a good start. The match between Bristol City and Walsall is set to take place on a specific date, with the exact time and location to be confirmed. Both teams will be looking to make a positive impression in the competition, and it promises to be an intense and closely contested match.Latest news and statistics from Walsall
Walsall will face Bristol City in the 1st round stage of the 2026/2027 Carabao Cup, and the team has been preparing for this crucial match. In their last five games, Walsall has shown a mixed performance, with two draws and three losses. Their Carabao Cup match against Bristol City on August 6th ended in a 1-0 victory for Walsall, while their Club Friendlies 3 match against Notts County on August 1st ended in a 0-0 draw. Walsall's recent Club Friendlies 3 match against AFC Telford United on July 25th resulted in a 1-0 loss, and their match against Aston Villa on July 21st ended in a 0-5 defeat. Their final Club Friendlies 3 match against Leamington on July 11th ended in a 0-0 draw. Walsall's recent performance in the Carabao Cup has been impressive, with a 1-0 victory over Bristol City. However, their performance in Club Friendlies 3 has been inconsistent, with two draws and two losses. The team will need to improve their performance if they are to succeed in the 1st round stage of the Carabao Cup. As for the latest news on Walsall, there have been no significant updates recently. The team has been focused on preparing for their upcoming matches, including the 1st round stage of the Carabao Cup against Bristol City. With a mix of experienced players and young talent, Walsall has the potential to cause an upset against Bristol City. However, the team will need to work together and improve their performance if they are to succeed in this crucial match.Bristol City
lineup
Walsall
Lineup
1.
Sam Tickle
19.
George Tanner
16.
Rob Dickie
2.
Lisav Naif Eissat
3.
Cameron Pring
12.
Jason Knight
4.
Adam Randell
17.
Jed Wallace
6.
Max Bird
20.
Sam Greenwood
9.
Lorent Tolaj
Lineup
Jed Ward
1.
Elicha Ahui
22.
Harrison Burke
5.
Declan Skura
25.
R. Leak
26.
Mason Hancock
3.
Courtney Clarke
17.
Isaac Moore
15.
S. Sprangler
6.
Reece Smith
11.
Aaron Pressley
19.
Bench
5.
Rob Atkinson
7.
Yu Hirakawa
8.
Joe Williams
10.
Scott Twine
18.
Emil Riis
23.
Dom Ballard
27.
Gibson Yah
38.
Noah Eile
40.
Brad Collins
Bench
Rico Browne
2.
James Connolly
4.
Tai Sodje
7.
Charlie Crew
8.
Andrew Dallas
9.
Lewis Simper
10.
V. Harper
18.
Jenson Kirloy
21.
Albert Adomah
37.
Bristol City vs Walsall FAQ
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The game between Bristol City and Walsall will start at 19:45 Brasília time on 06/08/2026.
Bristol City vs Walsall who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between Bristol City and Walsall, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team Walsall can be a moderate risk choice.