Peterborough vs Mansfield Town Predictions

League OneLeague One ยท England
high confidence
Peterborough

Peterborough

Full Time

0 - 0

AI predicted 1 - 1

Mansfield Town

Mansfield Town

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Tuesday, 28 Apr 2026 at 19:45 BST (venue time) ยท 18:45 UTC (your time)๐Ÿ“ Weston Homes Stadium, Peterborough

Win Probability (1X2)

Peterborough 29%Draw 38%Mansfield Town 33%

Best Value Pick

BTTS: Yes

Match Result

6.2/10

Stalemate at Weston Homes: Peterborough and Mansfield Town Play Out Goalless Draw

Peterborough and Mansfield Town battled to a 0-0 draw at the Weston Homes Stadium in a match that was high on effort but low on clear-cut chances. Both sides enjoyed equal shares of possession (50% each), but neither could find the cutting edge in front of goal, with Peterborough managing just 3 shots on target from 10 attempts and Mansfield Town registering 2 on target from 13 shots. The match saw moments of promise from both teams, with Mansfield Town edging the attacking statistics and winning more corners (7 to Peterborough's 5), but the defences held firm throughout. Despite a couple of yellow cards for Mansfield, the contest remained largely disciplined and tactical, ultimately ending with both teams having to settle for a point apiece.

๐Ÿ’ช AI Prediction Report

DECENT HIT

Predicted

1 - 1

โšก

Actual

0 - 0

โœ…Result
โŒBTTS
โœ…O/U 2.5
โŒScore

๐Ÿ’ฐ Bet Results2/3 hit

1X2 โ€” Draw
โœ…
BTTS โ€” Yes
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Over/Under 2.5 Goals โ€” Under 2.5
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Key Moments

31' โ€” Yellow Card

Mansfield Town's first booking as the midfield battle intensifies.

54' โ€” Yellow Card

Second Mansfield player goes into the book, reflecting their aggressive pressing.

77' โ€” Corner

Mansfield win their seventh corner, but Peterborough's defence clears the danger.

83' โ€” Shot on Target

Peterborough's late chance is saved by L. Roberts, preserving the stalemate.

Peterborough

Peterborough

6.5/10

Peterborough set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, looking to control the midfield and build attacks patiently. While they matched Mansfield in possession and fashioned 10 shots, their finishing let them down, with only 3 efforts troubling the visiting goalkeeper. Defensively, they were organized and disciplined, conceding few clear chances and keeping a clean sheet without picking up any bookings. Despite some promising play from their midfield trio, Peterborough lacked the final ball and struggled to break down the Mansfield backline, particularly in the second half as the visitors pressed higher.

Key Players

A. Bass: Kept a clean sheet with a composed display in goal, dealing confidently with Mansfield's 2 shots on target.
B. Woods: Anchored the midfield, helping Peterborough maintain possession and break up Mansfield's attacks.

Strengths

Disciplined defensive organizationEffective midfield possession

Weaknesses

Lack of cutting edge in attackStruggled to convert possession into clear chances
Mansfield Town

Mansfield Town

6.8/10

Mansfield Town lined up in a 4-1-3-2, seeking to use their width and double striking threat to unsettle Peterborough. They created more shooting opportunities (13 shots) and looked dangerous from set pieces, winning 7 corners. However, their finishing was similarly wasteful, with just 2 shots on target. Mansfield's midfield pressed effectively, forcing 10 fouls from the hosts, but ultimately they could not find a breakthrough. The visitors' defensive discipline was tested but held strong, though two yellow cards hinted at their aggressive approach in key moments. Despite their attacking intent, Mansfield left frustrated at not converting their statistical advantage into a win.

Key Players

L. Reed: Shielded the defence well as the lone holding midfielder, breaking up play and initiating attacks.
L. Roberts: Made key saves when called upon to secure a clean sheet for the visitors.

Strengths

Created more attacking opportunitiesEffective at winning set pieces

Weaknesses

Poor conversion rate from shotsPicked up unnecessary yellow cards

Tactical Analysis

Peterborough's 4-2-3-1 formation focused on midfield control and patient buildup, but lacked width and penetration in the final third. Their double pivot shielded the back four effectively, but the lone striker was often isolated. Mansfield Town's 4-1-3-2 offered more attacking intent, with two forwards and support from wide midfielders, but they struggled to create truly dangerous chances despite their higher shot and corner count. Both teams pressed in midfield, leading to a congested central area and a high foul count (23 combined). Set pieces offered Mansfield their best opportunities, but Peterborough's defensive organization, particularly on corners, was solid throughout. Neither manager made tactical changes that significantly altered the flow, and the match fizzled out with both sides content to avoid defeat.

Turning Point

Peterborough's late shot on target in the 83rd minute, well saved by L. Roberts, ensured the match ended goalless and denied the hosts a dramatic winner.

Man of the Match

L. Roberts

Kept Mansfield Town in the game with crucial saves, especially late on, and marshaled his defence to a clean sheet.

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Peterborough1.15

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Mansfield Town1.25

Expected goals ยท model says 1.25

Win Probability
Peterborough 34% Draw 28% Mansfield Town 39%

Over 2.5 Goals

43%

BTTS: Yes

49%

Likely Scores

1-1 ยท 0-1 ยท 1-0

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Peterborough vs Mansfield Town Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
29%
38%
33%
Peterborough 29%Draw 38%Mansfield Town 33%
Both Teams to Score
59%
41%
Yes 59%No 41%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
47%
53%
Over 2.5 47%Under 2.5 53%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
59%
41%
Over 9.5 59%Under 9.5 41%

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The Case For This Peterborough vs Mansfield Town Prediction

This is a mid-table League One clash between two sides with little to play for except pride. Peterborough are struggling for wins (no wins in last 5, DLLDL), but have been scoring regularly and conceding as well. Mansfield are slightly better positioned and have a more solid defence recently, with 3 clean sheets in their last 5, but also have struggled to turn draws into wins. The H2H record is balanced, and both teams' season stats suggest a close game with moderate goal potential. Expect a tactical, cagey first half with more action after the break.

Key Factors at a Glance

Recent Form

  • โ†’All of Peterborough's last 5 games saw both teams score.
  • โ†’H2H is balanced: 2 wins each, 1 draw in last 5.

Defence

  • โ†’Peterborough have failed to win in their last 5 (DLLDL), conceding 2 goals per game on average.
  • โ†’Mansfield have drawn 3 of their last 5, with a strong defensive record (0.8 goals conceded per game, 3 clean sheets).

Injuries & Team News

  • โ†’Neither team has major injury concerns.

Match Context

  • โ†’Peterborough's home record is average (8W, 5D, 8L), while Mansfield's away record is also average (5W, 8D, 7L).

๐Ÿšฉ Peterborough vs Mansfield Town Corners Prediction

medium confidence
10.4expected total corners
Over 59%
Under 41%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 5.4 corners for Peterborough and 5 for Mansfield Town, for an expected total of 10.4. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (59%). Over 8.5: 71% ยท Over 10.5: 47%.

How Peterborough and Mansfield Town Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Peterborough vs Mansfield Town Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals รท 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

PeterboroughPeterboroughlast 5 matches

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Mansfield TownMansfield Townlast 5 matches

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Peterborough vs Mansfield Town โ€” Last 10 Matches

PeterboroughPeterboroughLast 10 results
D0-0
L1-3
D1-1
L1-3
L1-3
D1-1
L1-2
D1-1
W5-0
L1-2
Dvs Mansfield Town0-0
L@ Stockport County1-3
Dvs Burton Albion1-1
Lvs Port Vale1-3
L@ Blackpool1-3
Dvs Cardiff1-1
L@ Luton1-2
D@ AFC Wimbledon1-1
Wvs Rotherham5-0
L@ Leyton Orient1-2

Strengths

  • +Both teams scoring in most recent games

Concerns

  • โˆ’Inconsistent โ€” 3+ losses in last 5
  • โˆ’Leaky defence โ€” 2.0 conceded/game
Mansfield TownMansfield TownLast 10 results
D0-0
W4-1
W1-0
D2-2
D0-0
L1-2
D0-0
W2-0
W4-1
D1-1
D@ Peterborough0-0
W@ Huddersfield4-1
W@ Stockport County1-0
Dvs Luton2-2
D@ Leyton Orient0-0
L@ Wigan1-2
Dvs Burton Albion0-0
W@ Doncaster2-0
Wvs Northampton4-1
D@ Bradford1-1

Strengths

  • +Defensively solid โ€” 0.6 conceded/game
  • +3 clean sheets in last 5 matches

What History Says: Peterborough vs Mansfield Town

Peterborough vs Mansfield Town Head-to-Head History

Last 6 meetings between these sides

2

Peterborough wins

2

Draws

2

Mansfield Town wins

33%33% draws33%
28 Apr 26Peterborough vs Mansfield Town0-0
10 Feb 26Mansfield Town vs Peterborough1-2
30 Apr 25Mansfield Town vs Peterborough4-2
26 Dec 24Peterborough vs Mansfield Town0-3
26 Sept 23Mansfield Town vs Peterborough2-2
11 Aug 20Mansfield Town vs Peterborough0-2

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Peterborough vs Mansfield Town

Odds from 10Bet. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per ยฃ1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Peterborough Win1.8029.0%-26.6%
Drawvalue3.4038.0%+8.6%
Mansfield Town Win1.9033.0%-19.6%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.51.5747.0%-16.7%
Under 2.5value2.3553.0%+10.4%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yesvalue3.2059.0%+27.7%
No1.3041.0%-35.9%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 3.40EV +0.292
Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5 @ 2.35EV +0.246
Both Teams Score: Yes @ 3.20EV +0.888

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Things to Watch: Peterborough vs Mansfield Town

  • โš ๏ธNo bookmaker odds provided, so value edges cannot be computed.
  • โš ๏ธSome Mansfield match stats missing (shots, possession), reducing model confidence.
  • โš ๏ธBoth teams are mid-table with little at stake, which can affect motivation and unpredictability.
  • โš ๏ธRecent form is based on small sample size.

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How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Peterborough vs Mansfield Town: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

An AI model analyses that pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 21 April 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes โ€” see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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