Huddersfield vs Bolton predictions, team news, betting tips, odds and Bet Builder
Huddersfield vs Bolton in League One. Get match details, betting tips, predictions and TV info for Thursday's game at Accu Stadium.
Huddersfield vs Bolton kick-off, date & TV info
Date Thursday, October16
Kick-off 8pm
Venue Accu Stadium, Huddersfield
Competition League One
TV Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football
Promotion-chasing pair Huddersfield and Bolton have been struggling for consistency and both will be looking to bounce back from defeats when facing each other in a key League One fixture at Accu Stadium.
The Terriers have had almost two weeks to stew over a 2-1 loss at home to Stockport while the Trotters are desperate to bounce back after Saturday's dismal 3-0 defeat at Burton.
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Huddersfield vs Bolton betting tips & predictions
Best bet
Huddersfield
1pt 17-10 general
Player cards
Marcus Harness to be carded
11-4 bet365
Longshot
Huddersfield to win 2-1
9-1 bet365, BoyleSports
Huddersfield vs Bolton preview
Huddersfield have taken a few hits in recent weeks but they can return to the top six by defeating Bolton in a clash between the underperforming League One heavyweights.
High expectations are part of the third-tier landscape for the Terriers and the Trotters, who see the Championship as their natural environment.
Both feel that they should contend for a top-two finish, yet they are falling short of expectations with Huddersfield in seventh place and Bolton two points worse off in eighth, having played one game more.
Huddersfield went into the season with the intention of turning their stadium into a fortress and made early headway by winning their opening four home league games.
However, the run came to an end with a 0-0 draw at home to Burton and there was further disappointment on the eve of the international break when Lee Grant's side were beaten 2-1 by Stockport.
There were boos from the stands after the Stockport result which was especially disappointing because Huddersfield had played with an extra man after the 53rd-minute dismissal of opposing defender Tyler Onyango.
And the supporters' intense disappointment was mirrored by the players, who, according to Grant, were 'low and angry' after the final whistle.
Huddersfield's recent form is a concern but their home record (13 points from six games) remains strong and they have a good chance to bounce back against Bolton, who are going through an even stickier spell.
The Trotters have performed well on a lot of metrics and are second in terms of average possession (59.9 per cent) and top on the shot count (206), but they remain winless on their travels and could take no positives from Saturday's 3-0 loss at Burton which was their poorest performance of the campaign.
Steven Schumacher switched to a 4-4-2 formation for the trip to Burton and asked his players to get the ball forward a little bit quicker, but the tactic backfired against a more-organised Brewers side, who were superior in both boxes.
A return to a three-man midfield seems likely with Alan Sheehan, available after Welsh international duty, among the candidates to come back into the team.
But Bolton are heading to West Yorkshire with only three away points on the board and they may be forced to endure another fruitless road trip.
Harness heading for a suspension
Harness is on the brink of a suspension after picking up four yellow cards in ten league appearances. The 29-year-old enjoys the physical side of the game and may struggle to avoid another caution.
Refreshed Terriers can secure the spoils
Huddersfield have taken just one point from their last two home fixtures but they should fancy their chances of responding against Bolton, who haven't registered an away victory since April. Lee Grant's side have had a chance to refresh mentally and physically and their extra preparation time gives them the edge over Bolton, who might not have got the loss to Burton out of their system.
Huddersfield vs Bolton Bet Builder
Alfie May to score at any time
The livewire striker has registered 11 shots on target in 11 league games and should pose the main threat to a suspect Bolton defence.
Ben Wiles to score or assist
Wiles was a key player last term, delivering eight league goals and five assists. He is among the division's top talents and can trouble the Trotters.
Over two goals
Both teams are in need of a victory and their mutual desire for three points can contribute to a high-scoring outcome.
Pays out at 11-2 with bet365
Key stats for Huddersfield vs Bolton
♦ Huddersfield have won five of their last seven matches against Bolton
♦ There haven't been any draws in the last nine league meetings between the teams
♦ Huddersfield have won four of six home league games this season
♦ The Terriers have kept six clean sheets in 11 league matches
♦ Bolton have not won on their last nine League One road trips
Huddersfield vs Bolton betting odds
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Huddersfield vs Bolton team news and predicted line-ups
Huddersfield
Midfielder Herbie Kane has missed a month with a groin injury and attacking midfielder Will Alves (foot) is a long-term absentee.
Predicted line-up (4-2-3-1): Nicholls; Sorensen, Feeney, Low, Roosken; Ledson, Kasumu; Harness, Wiles, Castledine; May.
Subs: Gooch, Taylor, Radulovic, Ashia, Roughan, Vost, Goodman.
Bolton
Alan Sheehan and Eoin Toal are back in the frame after international duty with Wales and Northern Ireland but injured duo Ethan Erhahon and Thierry Gale remain sidelined.
Predicted line-up (4-3-3): Sharman-Lowe; Christie, Forino, Johnston, Conway; Sheehan, Simons, Morley; Cozier-Duberry, Burstow, Forss.
Subs: Cissoko, Toal, Dalby, Osei-Tutu, Dacres-Cogley, Randall, McAtee.
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FAQs for Huddersfield vs Bolton
When is Huddersfield vs Bolton in League One?
The match kicks off at 8pm on Thursday
Where is Huddersfield vs Bolton being played?
The fixture is taking place at Accu Stadium in Huddersfield, England.
Where can I watch Huddersfield vs Bolton?
The match is being screened live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football.
What is the match betting for Huddersfield vs Bolton?
Bolton are the 13-10 favourites while Huddersfield are a 8-5 chance. The draw is available to back at 2-1.
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