EFL League One
Notts County vs Sheffield Wednesday
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 - 19:45 (UK Time)
Stadium: Meadow Lane Stadium
Notts County vs Sheffield Wednesday Prediction & Stats - EFL League One 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Notts County vs Sheffield Wednesday carries real history into this round of the EFL League One.
The two sides meet on 20/10 (Tuesday) at Meadow Lane Stadium, 19:45 (UK time).
Read the Notts County vs Sheffield Wednesday prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Notts County vs Sheffield Wednesday
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Notts County vs Sheffield Wednesday call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Under 2.5 Goals
Last updated on 20-10-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Sheffield Wednesday the side to beat, with roughly 28% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all EFL League One odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Notts County Preview
Notts County reach this fixture 9 match into their EFL League One. Here is where The Magpies stand:
In this competition
1 won, 4 drawn, 4 lost
0.78 points per game
8 scored, at 0.89 a game
13 conceded, at 1.44 a game
The Magpies, season-wide
1 won, 5 drawn, 3 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Oliver Cooper, 3 goals
Most assists: Nicholas Tsaroulla, 3 assists
Recent results — Notts County
20/10/2026 14:45
17/10/2026 10:00
13/10/2026 14:00
10/10/2026 07:30
22/09/2026 14:00
Sheffield Wednesday: how they are travelling
Sheffield Wednesday come in 9 matches into their EFL League One.
Here is what The Owls have produced:
In this competition
5 won, 3 drawn, 1 lost
2 points per game
20 scored, at 2.22 a game
8 conceded, at 0.89 a game
The Owls, season-wide
5 won, 3 drawn, 2 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Jamal Lowe, 5 goals
Most assists: Kieran Morrison, 2 assists
Recent results — The Owls
20/10/2026 14:45
17/10/2026 10:00
10/10/2026 10:00
06/10/2026 14:00
22/09/2026 14:00
The head-to-head favours Sheffield Wednesday
Sheffield Wednesday have generally come out ahead of The Magpies in their recent meetings.
From 6 match(es):
Sheffield Wednesday: 5 win(s)
Notts County: 1 win(s)
Drawn: 0
That trend is worth factoring into the Notts County vs Sheffield Wednesday prediction.
Form comparison Notts County vs Sheffield Wednesday
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Notts County
England - EFL League One
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
L
L
|
0.78 |
| Home |
W
L
L
W
D
|
1 |
| Away |
L
L
D
D
D
|
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 11% | 25% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.33 | 2.25 | 2.4 |
| Scored | 0.89 | 1 | 0.8 |
| Conceded | 1.44 | 1.25 | 1.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 75% | 60% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 25% | 40% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.15 | 1.45 | 0.92 |
|
xGA
|
1.38 | 1.04 | 1.65 |
Away Team
Sheffield Wednesday
England - EFL League One
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
D
D
D
|
2 |
| Home |
W
D
D
W
L
|
1.6 |
| Away |
L
D
W
W
W
|
2.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 56% | 40% | 75% |
| Goals | 3.11 | 3 | 3.25 |
| Scored | 2.22 | 2.4 | 2 |
| Conceded | 0.89 | 0.6 | 1.25 |
| Both Teams to Score | 56% | 20% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 60% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 60% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.73 | 1.89 | 1.54 |
|
xGA
|
1.3 | 1.15 | 1.48 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Sheffield Wednesday to Win
Despite playing away, Sheffield Wednesday enters this fixture as the favorite against Notts County. While an away win can be risky, our betting tip is to back Sheffield Wednesday on the 1X2 market.
Their ability to perform on the road has been impressive, and based on their recent performance, we expect them to take home the three points.
👉 Prediction: Double Chance - X2
Sheffield Wednesday has proven to be a tough opponent for many sides, even in away games. As they head to Meadow Lane Stadium to face Notts County, our recommended bet is Sheffield Wednesday to win or draw in the Double Chance market.
While Sheffield Wednesday securing all three points wouldn’t be shocking given their recent form, taking at least a draw seems like a very realistic outcome.
Fixture information - Notts County vs Sheffield Wednesday
Match: Notts County vs Sheffield Wednesday
Competition: EFL League One
Date: Tuesday, 20/10/2026
Kick-off: 19:45 (UK time)
Venue: Meadow Lane Stadium
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Stats
The statistics for Notts County vs Sheffield Wednesday that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.75
League: 2.84
Both Teams to Score
88%
League: 59%
Over 1.5+
88%
League: 78%
Over 2.5+
75%
League: 54%
Cards
5.75
League: 3.82
Corners
12.5
League: 11.06
Home Team
Notts County
England - EFL League One
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
L
L
|
0.78 |
| Home |
W
L
L
W
D
|
1 |
| Away |
L
L
D
D
D
|
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 11% | 25% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.33 | 2.25 | 2.4 |
| Scored | 0.89 | 1 | 0.8 |
| Conceded | 1.44 | 1.25 | 1.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 75% | 60% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 25% | 40% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.15 | 1.45 | 0.92 |
|
xGA
|
1.38 | 1.04 | 1.65 |
Away Team
Sheffield Wednesday
England - EFL League One
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
D
D
D
|
2 |
| Home |
W
D
D
W
L
|
1.6 |
| Away |
L
D
W
W
W
|
2.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 56% | 40% | 75% |
| Goals | 3.11 | 3 | 3.25 |
| Scored | 2.22 | 2.4 | 2 |
| Conceded | 0.89 | 0.6 | 1.25 |
| Both Teams to Score | 56% | 20% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 60% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 60% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.73 | 1.89 | 1.54 |
|
xGA
|
1.3 | 1.15 | 1.48 |
Corners
9.66 / Match
+21% Corners / Match
Sheffield Wednesday received +21% more corners than Notts County in the EFL League One
11.66 / Match
Sheffield Wednesday
(4)
Wycombe Wanderers
(3)
Oxford United
(5)
Reading
(1)
Bradford City
(5)
Huddersfield Town
(6)
Doncaster Rovers
(6)(0)
Notts County
(2)
AFC Wimbledon
(8)
Huddersfield Town
(4)
Stockport County
(8)
Wigan Athletic
(9)
Peterborough United
(6)
Wycombe Wanderers
Cards
2.67 / Match
+27% Cards / Match
Notts County received +27% more cards than Sheffield Wednesday in the EFL League One
2.11 / Match
Sheffield Wednesday
(2)
Wycombe Wanderers
(2)
Oxford United
(6)
Reading
(1)
Bradford City
(4)
Huddersfield Town
(2)
Doncaster Rovers
(3)(2)
Notts County
(2)
AFC Wimbledon
(3)
Huddersfield Town
(3)
Stockport County
(2)
Wigan Athletic
(3)
Peterborough United
(2)
Wycombe Wanderers
Goals Scored
0.89 / Match
+149%
Sheffield Wednesday is +149% better in terms of goals scored
2.22 / Match
Sheffield Wednesday
(2)
Wycombe Wanderers
(0)
Oxford United
(1)
Reading
(0)
Bradford City
(0)
Huddersfield Town
(1)
Doncaster Rovers
(1)(0)
Notts County
(5)
AFC Wimbledon
(2)
Huddersfield Town
(0)
Stockport County
(0)
Wigan Athletic
(2)
Peterborough United
(2)
Wycombe Wanderers
Goals Conceded
1.44 / Match
+38%
Notts County condeded +38% more goals than Sheffield Wednesday
0.89 / Match
Sheffield Wednesday
(0)
Wycombe Wanderers
(2)
Oxford United
(2)
Reading
(2)
Bradford City
(1)
Huddersfield Town
(1)
Doncaster Rovers
(1)(2)
Notts County
(0)
AFC Wimbledon
(2)
Huddersfield Town
(0)
Stockport County
(0)
Wigan Athletic
(1)
Peterborough United
(1)
Wycombe Wanderers
EFL League One Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Bradford City
|
10 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 20 | 2 |
| 2 |
Stockport County
|
10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 21 | 11 | 10 | 19 | 1.9 |
| 3 |
Huddersfield Town
|
10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 18 | 9 | 9 | 19 | 1.9 |
| 4 |
Cambridge United
|
10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 16 | 12 | 4 | 19 | 1.9 |
| 5 |
Plymouth Argyle
|
11 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 19 | 1.73 |
| 6 |
Sheffield Wednesday
|
9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 20 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 2 |
| 7 |
Reading
|
10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 22 | 12 | 10 | 15 | 1.5 |
| 8 |
Oxford United
|
8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 16 | 9 | 7 | 15 | 1.88 |
| 9 |
Leyton Orient
|
10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 15 | 11 | 4 | 14 | 1.4 |
| 10 |
Burton Albion
|
11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 16 | 18 | -2 | 13 | 1.18 |
| 11 |
Wycombe Wanderers
|
10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 16 | 20 | -4 | 13 | 1.3 |
| 12 |
Stevenage
|
9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 1.33 |
| 13 |
Mansfield Town
|
9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 15 | -2 | 12 | 1.33 |
| 14 |
Leicester
|
9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 15 | -3 | 12 | 1.33 |
| 15 |
AFC Wimbledon
|
10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 15 | -8 | 12 | 1.2 |
| 16 |
Luton Town
|
9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 17 | 17 | 0 | 11 | 1.22 |
| 17 |
Doncaster Rovers
|
9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 11 | -1 | 9 | 1 |
| 18 |
Milton Keynes Dons
|
9 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 11 | 16 | -5 | 9 | 1 |
| 19 |
Peterborough United
|
10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 16 | -7 | 9 | 0.9 |
| 20 |
Blackpool
|
9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 13 | 16 | -3 | 8 | 0.89 |
| 21 |
Barnsley
|
9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 17 | -8 | 8 | 0.89 |
| 22 |
Bromley
|
9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 21 | -12 | 8 | 0.89 |
| 23 |
Notts County
|
9 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 13 | -5 | 7 | 0.78 |
| 24 |
Wigan Athletic
|
9 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 13 | -7 | 7 | 0.78 |
Odds
