Congleton Town - Bootle prediction 22 September 2026

The Congleton Town vs Bootle prediction for September 22, 2026, points towards a competitive Northern Division One clash. Based on the latest stats, Bootle enters this match as the favorite with a 40% win probability, while Congleton Town has a 33% chance and the draw sits at 27%.

Team Form

Congleton Town's recent form has been inconsistent, with results showing W, L, L, D, W in their last five outings. Their most recent match was a strong 4-1 home victory against Atherton Collieries in the FA Trophy on August 29. Before that, they suffered away defeats to Stalybridge Celtic (1-0) and Bury (4-1), drew 2-2 with Wythenshawe Town, and beat Newcastle Town 3-0.

Bootle's form reads W, L, D, W, D. They are coming off a dominant 5-0 away win against Liversedge in the FA Trophy on August 29. A 1-0 home loss to Northwich Victoria in the FA Cup and a 4-4 draw in the reverse fixture preceded that. In the league, they secured a 2-0 away win at Runcorn Linnets and a 1-1 draw at the same opponent.

Head-to-Head Record

The head-to-head record between these two sides is limited, with just one previous meeting recorded. That match took place on March 7, 2026, in the Northern Division One and ended in a 1-1 draw. With 0 wins for Congleton Town, 0 wins for Bootle, and 1 draw, history suggests a very even contest.

League Table Positions

Looking at the overall Northern Division One standings, Bootle finished the season in 6th place with 71 points from 41 games, recording 20 wins, 11 draws, and 10 losses. Congleton Town is not listed in the top 12 of the overall table. However, Bootle's away form is a major strength: they ranked 2nd in the away table with 42 points from 21 games (12 wins, 6 draws, 3 losses). Congleton Town does not appear in the top 8 of the home standings, indicating a potential advantage for the visitors.

Win Probability: Congleton Town or Bootle?

After analyzing the available data, the win probabilities for this match are calculated as follows: Congleton Town has a 33% chance of winning, the draw is at 27%, and Bootle has a 40% chance. This calculation is based on Bootle's superior league position (6th overall), their excellent away record (2nd best in the league), and their slightly more consistent recent form. Congleton Town's home advantage and the previous 1-1 head-to-head draw keep the probabilities close, but Bootle's proven away performances give them the edge.

Odds & Match Prediction

No specific bookmaker odds were provided for this match. Based purely on the stats, Bootle is the predicted favorite. Their strong away form, higher league finish, and ability to score goals on the road make them the more likely winner. However, with a 27% draw probability and Congleton Town's home potential, a tight contest is expected. The match prediction leans towards an away win or a draw, with Bootle having the highest individual chance of taking all three points.