Chesterfield vs Walsall: match statistics
This match promises to be a closely contested encounter between two teams from the top half of the table. Chesterfield shows solid home form with 46% home wins and a 59% possession advantage, but their recent form (1 win in 5 matches) raises concerns. Walsall stands out with an impressive away record of 54% away wins, but their last five matches (1-2-2) indicate a dip in form and as many as 10 goals conceded. A key factor is Chesterfield's advantage in xG (1.5 vs 1.18) and shot conversion (13% vs 15%), which could be offset by Walsall's better defense (0.85 goals conceded per match). Considering Chesterfield's high number of home draws (38%) and the even quality of both teams, the most likely outcome appears to be a share of the points, although a slight advantage for either side remains possible.
Chesterfield vs Walsall: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Chesterfield played against Walsall in EFL League Two (England). The game was played on January 31, 2026. Final score: 2:2.
Recent form
Chesterfield has 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Walsall has 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses, with 1.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Chesterfield scores 1.57 goals per game and allows 1.32. Walsall scores 1.30 and allows 0.89. Games in this league average 2.61 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 64% of Chesterfield's games and 48% of Walsall's. The Over 2.5 rates are 46% and 37%, compared with league averages of 54% for BTTS and 48% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Chesterfield has the higher season xG average, 1.32 to 1.29 per game. Chesterfield takes 11.0 shots per game, while Walsall takes 10.6.
First-half and second-half trends
Chesterfield leads at halftime in 29% of its games and scores 1.00 goals per game after halftime. Walsall leads at halftime in 41% and scores 0.67 after halftime.
When the teams score
Chesterfield's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (14 goals). For Walsall, it is minutes 31-45+ (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
League Two games average 2.61 goals. Both teams score in 54% of games, and 48% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 1.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
This match promises to be a closely contested encounter between two teams from the top half of the table. Chesterfield shows solid home form with 46% home wins and a 59% possession advantage, but their recent form (1 win in 5 matches) raises concerns. Walsall stands out with an impressive away record of 54% away wins, but their last five matches (1-2-2) indicate a dip in form and as many as 10 goals conceded. A key factor is Chesterfield's advantage in xG (1.5 vs 1.18) and shot conversion (13% vs 15%), which could be offset by Walsall's better defense (0.85 goals conceded per match). Considering Chesterfield's high number of home draws (38%) and the even quality of both teams, the most likely outcome appears to be a share of the points, although a slight advantage for either side remains possible.
View the statistical overviewStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Chesterfield | Walsall | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 33% | 37% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.43 | 0.33 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Chesterfield is 20% better for: last-5 form.
1.2 pts / game - Chesterfield · 1 pts / game - Walsall
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Chesterfield is 21% better for: goals scored per game.
1.57 goals / game - Chesterfield · 1.3 goals / game - Walsall
Walsall is 48% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.32 goals / game - Chesterfield · 0.89 goals / game - Walsall
Chesterfield scores in 89% of games (25 of 28 meczów), while Walsall keeps a clean sheet in 33% (9 of 27 meczów).
Walsall scores in 70% of games (19 of 27 meczów), while Chesterfield keeps a clean sheet in 29% (8 of 28 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Chesterfield
Over / Under - Walsall
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Walsall is 25% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.25 pts / game - Chesterfield · 1.56 pts / game - Walsall
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Chesterfield - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 29% of games and wins 39%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Walsall - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 41% of games and wins 52%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 60% |
| No goal | 80% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 80% | 60% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (14 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): +9 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (8 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Chesterfield
Walsall
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (League Two).
Teams vs league
| Chesterfield | Liga | Walsall | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.89 | 2.61 | ▼ 2.19 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 64% | 54% | ▼ 48% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 46% | 48% | ▼ 37% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 29% | 26% | ▲ 33% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 71% | 69% | • 70% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 82% | 77% | ▼ 63% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Chesterfield's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Walsall. Games average 1.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Chesterfield vs Walsall?
The EFL League Two match finished Chesterfield 2:2 Walsall. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Chesterfield vs Walsall?
Chesterfield score 1.57 goals per game on average and Walsall 1.30. The EFL League Two average is 2.61 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 48% of games. Both teams score in 64% of Chesterfield's matches and 48% of Walsall's.
What form are Chesterfield and Walsall in?
Over the last 5 games Chesterfield have a 1-3-1 record (1.20 points per game) and Walsall 1-2-2 (1.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Chesterfield vs Walsall?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.