Newtown AFC vs Buckley Town preview and prediction
The match
The FAW Championship sees Newtown AFC take on Buckley Town on Saturday 31 October, kicking off at 20:45 (WAT) at Latham Park. Newtown AFC are 2nd with 30 points from 13 games (in the top four), while Buckley Town sit 9th on 15 points (in the bottom half). A gap of 15 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
Newtown AFC's last 5: DWDWL Most recently they drew with Rhyl 2–2 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 3. Goals have not been a problem: 2.0 per game. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Buckley Town's last 5: LDWDW Most recently they lost to Holyhead Hotspur 0–2 at home. On the road they have won 2 and lost 0 of their last 3. Goals have not been a problem: 2.5 per game.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 20 March 2026, finished Newtown AFC 0–2 Buckley Town.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.1 goals: 2.3 for Newtown AFC and 0.8 for Buckley Town. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 60% and both teams to score at 61%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Newtown AFC 71%, draw 19%, Buckley Town 10%.
Both teams to score: yes (61%) at 1.44.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Newtown AFC to win – a 71% chance at odds of 1.40. Predicted score: Newtown AFC 2–0 Buckley Town. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Newtown AFC71%fair 1.42 · @1.40
Draw19%fair 5.31 · @4.40
Buckley Town10%fair 9.53 · @5.50
3.09Expected goals
2.30Newtown AFC xG
0.79Buckley Town xG
61%Both score
60%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
2–012%
1–010%
2–110%
3–09%
1–18%
3–17%
From our goals model: Newtown AFC 2.3 – 0.8 Buckley Town expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Newtown AFC vs Buckley Town?
Our pick is Newtown AFC to win with a 71% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.40.
Who will win Newtown AFC vs Buckley Town?
On our numbers Newtown AFC have a 71% chance of winning, the draw 19% and Buckley Town 10%.
How many goals will there be in Newtown AFC vs Buckley Town?
We expect about 3.1 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 60% likely and both teams score 61% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Newtown AFC vs Buckley Town?
Our predicted score is Newtown AFC 2–0 Buckley Town, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.1 goals in total.
When is Newtown AFC vs Buckley Town?
Newtown AFC vs Buckley Town (FAW Championship) kicks off on Saturday 31 October 2026 at 20:45 (West Africa Time) at Latham Park.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.