Our Grimsby vs Shrewsbury Prediction: 2-1
Grimsby vs Shrewsbury in the England League 2 is scheduled for an 19:45 GMT kick-off on Monday December 29, 2025. A 2-1 result in favor of the hosts is our main pick, yet with both teams likely to get on the scoresheet, BTTS is another bet worth considering.
This Grimsby vs Shrewsbury prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Grimsby's Last Match – Grimsby vs Oldham
Grimsby will be determined to find a winning touch after a 0-0 England League 2 draw against Oldham on December 26. In that match, Grimsby recorded 61% possession, firing 2 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Grimsby | 61% | 0 (2) | 0.81 | 59 |
 Oldham | 39% | 0 (6) | 0.84 | 40 |
Shrewsbury's Last Match – Cheltenham vs Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury will be looking to bounce back after a 1-3 England League 2 defeat against Cheltenham on December 26. In that match, Shrewsbury saw 55% of the ball and 3 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cheltenham | 45% | 0 (6) | 2.06 | 33 |
 Shrewsbury | 55% | 0 (3) | 0.48 | 60 |
Grimsby vs Shrewsbury Stats
Key Stats
| Grimsby | Shrewsbury | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.93 | Attacking Strength | 0.9 |
| 0.9 | Defence Strength | 1.5 |
| 1 | Points Per Game | 0.9 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.5 | Average Scored | 1.2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Grimsby are averaging 1.5 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, while Shrewsbury average 1.2 scored and 1.8 conceded per game.
Grimsby 15-15
Shrewsbury 12-18
What are the odds for this match?
Grimsby to win: @1.833
Draw: @3.6
Shrewsbury to win: @4
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.925