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English League 1 Betting Predictions & Tips

League One Predictions & Betting Tips

The English Football League One is the third division of professional football in England, and it is a highly competitive and exciting league to bet on. With 24 teams battling it out for promotion to the Championship, there are plenty of opportunities to get in on the action and potentially win big. On this page, we will discuss the various ways in which you can bet on the league, and offer some tips for successful betting.

When are your League One predictions posted?

As a leading provider of League One predictions, our team of experienced tipsters are dedicated to helping you make informed decisions. To ensure that you never miss out on any tips, we post our League One predictions 24 hours before kick-off either via our website, or on the day of the relevant games across social media platforms. With information on all teams, their form, and previous performance, as well as key players available at your fingertips, placing an informed bet is now easier than ever. That said, there can be no guarantees when it comes to sports betting, and results may vary from one game to another, so always remember to do your research before placing a bet!

How to bet on the League One

A wide range of bet types are available for this league such as accumulators, bet builders, doubles, trebles, BTTS and over/under bets. Furthermore, in-play wagering allows you to stay engaged with the action as it unfolds. To make an informed decision when placing your bets, various factors that could influence the outcome of matches should be considered. These include which teams and players are currently in form, any injuries or suspensions during team selections, the quality of play from opposing sides, and their respective home and away records. Additionally, by consulting our prediction stat packs which provide you with all the information you will need on matches, you can gain further insight into potential outcomes and assist you in placing bets.

Who are favourites to win League One?

When it comes to the 2024/25 League One title, the focus has to be on Birmingham City. Having been relegated from the Championship the season prior, Birmingham have been splashing the cash, spending upwards of £10million on Jay Stansfield alone. They may be just 2 points clear of Wycombe, but they do have 2 games in hand as it stands, and it’s no surprise to see them odds one with the bookmakers for the title.

Wycombe and Wrexham are the closest challengers to Birmingham in League One, both on 51 points apiece. The pair are priced at 10/1 and 11/1 respectively, but with Wycombe losing manager Matt Bloomfield to Luton in January, you have to imagine they’ll drop off. Wrexham certainly have the foundations and solid squad from which they can build, but the bookmakers fancy Birmingham for very good reason.

When is the League One season?

The 2024/25 League One season kicked off on the 9th of August 2024 and is scheduled to finish on the 3rd of May of 2025. 24 teams are competing for the chance to be promoted to the EFL Championship.

A key date to note is that the January transfer window opened on January 1st 2024 and will close at 11pm on 31 January 2025.

Following the conclusion of the season, teams finishing from 3rd through to 6th will qualify for the League One play-off semi finals.. The winners of the two leg semi finals will proceed to the final which is set to be held between the 24th and 26th of May 2025.

Away from the league, there is the Football League Trophy. The final of the competition is scheduled for the 13th of April.

How to watch the League One on TV

For those wishing to watch the action live on TV, Sky Sports is once again the best option as they show a range of fixtures from each match day. Sky Sports have also launched Sky Sports + as of the 2024/25 season, a free extension that allows you to shows off each League One at least 20 times over the course of the 2024/25 campaign.

One advantage that some fans may have over others when it comes to following League One football is access to certain streaming services like NowTV or iFollow which provide access to every minute of action that takes place over the course of the year – allowing them to stay up-to-date with their team’s progress while they’re away from home. As well as giving you full match coverage, these services also offer replays and highlights packages – ensuring viewers can catch up on any moments they’ve missed in between games too.

Aside from Sky Sports and streaming services, there are also various radio broadcasters who air live commentary for every single game throughout League One this season – including Talksport 2 and even local radio stations in some regions – giving fans another chance to get close-up analysis from experts within the industry.

Who has won the most League One titles?

The most successful team in the history of League One are Plymouth Argyle, who have won the title on five separate occasion. Bristol City, Doncaster Rovers, Hull City, and Wigan Athletic, who have each won the division four times.

Recent winners:

2023-24: Portsmouth

2022-23: Plymouth Argyle

2021-22: Wigan Athletic

2020-21: Hull City

2019-20: Coventry City

2018-19: Luton Town

2017-18: Wigan Athletic

2016-17: Sheffield United

2015-16: Wigan Athletic

2014-15: Bristol City

2013-14: Wolves

2012-13: Doncaster Rovers

2011-12: Charlton

Who will be relegated from League One?

League One has the unique feature of being the only division in the Football League in which 4 teams get relegated. As of now, it looks a foregone conclusion that Burton will have to settle for League Two football next season, the Brewers now 11 points from safety. Just 3 points separate Crawley, Shrewsbury, and Cambridge in the remaining relegation spots, but whilst they might be close knit, they’re all at least 5 points from safety.

It’s no surprise that the current bottom 4 are the bookmaker favourites for relegation given the gap to 21st placed Bristol Rovers. All 4 of Burton, Cambridge, Crawley, and Shrewsbury are odds on to face the drop come May, with Burton as short as odds of 1.06. Bristol Rovers and Northampton are priced 2.1 and 2.38 respectively for relegation, and whilst Peterborough may look a good bit of value at 6/1, their attacking output (the second best in the league), will surely see them safe.

It looks hard to argue with the bookmakers here given the current League One landscape, but a consistent run of form from a single side, and everything could change towards the tail end of the 2024/25 League One season.

League One 2024/25 key dates

The key dates for League 1 are as follows:

9th August 2024: season kicks

1st-30th January 2025: January transfer window

13th April February 2025: EFL Trophy Final

3rd May 2025: Regular season ends

24th-26th May 2025: League 1 play-off final

Best bookmakers for betting on the League One

Bad Man Betting provides an array of information and data from the best bookmakers – including Bet365, Paddy Power, Sky Bet, Virgin Bet and Betfair – so that you can get the latest League One odds and make informed decisions when it comes to your predictions.

Whether you’re a seasoned bettor or a newcomer to the game, our experts have carefully analysed all the key trends in League One from current form, goals scored and conceded totals to promotion contenders and relegation battles so that you’ll never miss out on your chance to make some big money.

League One offers & free bets

Bookmakers commonly offer a variety of incentives to encourage punters to bet on League One. Most of these promotions can come in the form of free bets, improved odds and even money back offers. Before placing a bet, always make sure to read the terms and conditions of the offer carefully so you can reap the full benefit from it. Additionally, consulting reliable sources such as our detailed stats packs can be beneficial when making predictions for league one games which could assist you in successfully betting on this league.

Which other competitions do you provide tips for?

At Bad Man Betting, you’ll find detailed information about every match taking place in the Premier League, Championship, League One, and League Two as well as other major tournaments such as the Champions League, Europa League and more. With this comprehensive coverage you can rest assured that you’re always getting the best tips available.

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