Scunthorpe travel to Roots Hall in the National League on Saturday 15 August (15:00 WAT) to face Southend. Southend are 3rd with 29 points from 16 games (in the top four), while Scunthorpe sit 23rd on 10 points (in the bottom three). A gap of 19 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
Southend's last 5: WWDLD Most recently they beat Altrincham 3–1 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 5. They average 1.8 scored and 1.3 conceded.
Scunthorpe's last 5: DDWLD Most recently they drew with Yeovil Town 1–1 at home. On the road they have won 2 and lost 1 of their last 4. They average 1.8 scored and 1.5 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 28 April 2026, finished Scunthorpe 1–0 Southend.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.9 goals: 1.9 for Southend and 1.0 for Scunthorpe. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 55% and both teams to score at 58%.
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 78% chance at odds of 1.22. Predicted score: Southend 1–1 Scunthorpe. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Southend60%fair 1.68 · @1.73
Draw22%fair 4.55 · @3.60
Scunthorpe18%fair 5.45 · @4.10
2.93Expected goals
1.95Southend xG
0.98Scunthorpe xG
58%Both score
55%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–010%
1–110%
2–010%
2–110%
3–07%
3–16%
From our goals model: Southend 1.9 – 1.0 Scunthorpe expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Southend vs Scunthorpe?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 78% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.22.
Who will win Southend vs Scunthorpe?
On our numbers Southend have a 60% chance of winning, the draw 22% and Scunthorpe 18%.
How many goals will there be in Southend vs Scunthorpe?
We expect about 2.9 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 55% likely and both teams score 58% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Southend vs Scunthorpe?
Our predicted score is Southend 1–1 Scunthorpe, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.9 goals in total.
When is Southend vs Scunthorpe?
Southend vs Scunthorpe (National League) kicks off on Saturday 15 August 2026 at 15:00 (West Africa Time) at Roots Hall.
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.
