Chelmsford City vs Salisbury preview and prediction
The match
Salisbury travel to face Chelmsford City in the National League South on Saturday 5 September (15:00 WAT). Chelmsford City are 8th with 25 points from 16 games (in the top half), while Salisbury sit 5th on 28 points (in the top half). Only 3 points separate the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Chelmsford City's last 5: DWDDD Most recently they drew with Weston-super-Mare 1–1 away. They average 1.2 scored and 0.7 conceded.
Salisbury's last 5: WLLDW Most recently they beat Billericay Town 1–0 at home. Goals have not been a problem: 2.2 per game. 4 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 21 February 2026, finished Chelmsford City 2–2 Salisbury.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 1.9 goals: 1.3 for Chelmsford City and 0.6 for Salisbury. That points to a tight game – under 2.5 goals is 70% likely.
Betting angles
Win chances: Chelmsford City 57%, draw 21%, Salisbury 22%.
Both teams to score: yes (51%) at 1.67.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Chelmsford City to win – a 57% chance at odds of 1.75. Predicted score: Chelmsford City 1–0 Salisbury. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Chelmsford City57%fair 1.74 · @1.75
Draw21%fair 4.77 · @3.50
Salisbury22%fair 4.63 · @4.00
1.90Expected goals
1.29Chelmsford City xG
0.61Salisbury xG
51%Both score
30%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–019%
0–015%
2–013%
1–112%
0–19%
2–18%
From our goals model: Chelmsford City 1.3 – 0.6 Salisbury expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Chelmsford City vs Salisbury?
Our pick is Chelmsford City to win with a 57% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.75.
Who will win Chelmsford City vs Salisbury?
On our numbers Chelmsford City have a 57% chance of winning, the draw 21% and Salisbury 22%.
How many goals will there be in Chelmsford City vs Salisbury?
We expect about 1.9 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 30% likely and both teams score 51% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Chelmsford City vs Salisbury?
Our predicted score is Chelmsford City 1–0 Salisbury, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 1.9 goals in total.
When is Chelmsford City vs Salisbury?
Chelmsford City vs Salisbury (National League South) kicks off on Saturday 5 September 2026 at 15:00 (West Africa Time).
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.
