Wythenshawe Town - Clitheroe prediction 20 October 2026

The Wythenshawe Town vs Clitheroe prediction for the Northern Division One match on October 20, 2026, at 19:45 is here. Clitheroe enters as the favorite with a 40% win probability, while Wythenshawe Town has a 25% chance and the draw stands at 35%.

Team Form

Wythenshawe Town have struggled for consistency, with just one win in their last five matches (D, L, L, W, D). They drew 1-1 away at Prescot Cables and Witton Albion, lost 4-5 at home to Padiham and 1-3 at Stafford Rangers, but did manage a 1-0 win at Stalybridge Celtic. In that period they scored 8 goals and conceded 11, highlighting defensive issues.

Clitheroe, on the other hand, are in strong form with three wins, one draw, and one loss in their last five (W, L, D, W, W). They beat Newcastle Town 2-0 away, Mossley 1-0 away, and Chasetown 3-2 at home, drew 1-1 with Runcorn Linnets, and only lost 3-4 to Congleton Town. They have scored 10 and conceded 7, showing better balance and impressive away performances with two clean sheets in their last three road trips.

Head-to-Head Record

The only previous meeting between these sides was on January 14, 2025, in the Northern Division One. Clitheroe won that match 2-0 away at Wythenshawe Town. This gives Clitheroe a psychological edge heading into this fixture.

League Table Positions

Neither Wythenshawe Town nor Clitheroe appear in the top 12 of the Northern Division One standings. This suggests both are in the lower half of the table, but Clitheroe's recent away performances indicate they may be in a slightly better position.

Win Probability: Wythenshawe Town or Clitheroe?

Based on the odds, team form, head-to-head record, and home/away factor, we have calculated the win probabilities for this match. Wythenshawe Town has a 25% chance of winning, the draw is at 35%, and Clitheroe has a 40% chance. The bookmakers' odds implied probabilities averaged 26.2% for a home win, 37.3% for a draw, and 36.5% for an away win. We adjusted these slightly to reflect Clitheroe's superior recent form (3 wins in 5 vs 1 win in 5) and their head-to-head victory. Therefore, Clitheroe is the more likely winner, but a draw remains a strong possibility.

Odds & Match Prediction

The best available odds for this Northern Division One clash see a home win priced between 3.20 and 3.60, a draw at 2.38 to 2.40, and an away win at 2.38 to 2.50. Bookmakers see this as a tight contest, with Clitheroe slightly favored. Our prediction: based on the stats, Clitheroe to win, but a draw is a very realistic outcome. A 1-1 or 0-1 scoreline could be on the cards.