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Ilkeston Town vs Rylands Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 29-09-2026
Sep 2918:45
Match Prediction
Expected score: Ilkeston Town 1-2 Rylands
Ilkeston TownDrawRylands
Over 2.5 goalsYes (65%)
Both teams to scoreYes (63%)
Ilkeston Town is set to host Rylands at the Non League Premier - Northern this Tuesday, looking to pull themselves out of the bottom spots of the league table. Given their struggles this season, fans will be eager to see if they can turn the tide against a propelled Rylands side, standing comfortably mid-table.
Team form
Ilkeston Town
Ilkeston Town has been experiencing a tough run recently, managing only 2 wins out of 9 matches this season. They've found the net only 6 times while conceding a staggering 21 goals. Recent matches indicate further worry, with their last five encounters showing one draw and four losses, scoring just 2 goals while conceding an alarming 16. The home advantage may not provide them solace, as they notably suffered a 0-3 defeat against Cleethorpes Town in their last match on home turf.
Rylands
Rylands has shown more resilience on the pitch, with four wins out of their last nine games and four losses, achieving a tally of 12 goals scored but conceding 13. Their recent performances might be a mixed bag but display a certain fighting spirit; in their last five matches, they've scored 8 goals. Although they lost to Workington 2-3 in one of their prior encounters, they secured solid victories in other matches, including a 3-1 win against Bamber Bridge just a few weeks ago. Their away form seems promising, and they'll aim to continue this trend against a struggling side.
Head-to-head
The head-to-head matches in the last five clashes between these two teams haven't been swayed towards consistent outcomes either. Latest encounters reveal a similar trend in terms of competitiveness, with Ilkeston Town winning a hard-fought game 2-1 back in March 2025, and drawing 2-2 in their latest meet in October 2025. Rylands had a strong season in the past, picking up solid victories while both clubs know well how to take off points from each other.
Key factors
Several factors can play pivotal roles in determining the outcome of the match. Ilkeston's ailing defense might be prone to mistakes, especially with an average of 2.33 goals conceded this season. They will need to tighten their backline if they are to thwart Rylands' attackers. On the other hand, Rylands will rely on their forward potential to exploit every opportunity and get on the score sheet first, minimizing the pressure they would face in the friendly environment of Ilkeston's home ground.
Prediction
Given the trajectory of both teams — Ilkeston's sinking form at the bottom end of the table and Rylands slowly cementing their place mid-division — the model suggests a favorable outcome for the away team. The increased expectation for Rylands to score significantly, combined with Ilkeston's struggle to defend and capitalize at home, enforces the notion that they will be unable to cope with the threat posed.
Considering the current data and the teams' recent performances, an away win looks highly favorable in this fixture. Rylands are expected to capitalize on Ilkeston's defensive struggles.
Match info
Tournaments:
Non League Premier - Northern(Regular Season - 10)
Referee:
No information
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Ilkeston Town
L
L
L
L
L
Rylands
W
L
D
W
W
Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Cleethorpes Town | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 23 |
| 2 |  Avro | 9 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 22 |
| 3 |  Redcar Athletic | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 22 |
| 4 |  Guiseley AFC | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 19 |
| 5 |  Warrington Town | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 17 |
| 6 |  Bury | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 16 |
| 7 |  Curzon Ashton | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 16 |
| 8 |  Workington | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 16 |
| 9 |  Gainsborough Trinity | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 13 |
| 10 |  Rylands | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 13 |
| 11 |  Alfreton Town | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 12 |
| 12 |  Whitby Town | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 12 |
| 13 |  Ashton United | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 11 |
| 14 |  Hyde United | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 11 |
| 15 |  AFC Emley | 9 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 10 |
| 16 |  Lancaster City | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 10 |
| 17 |  Leek Town | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| 18 |  Bamber Bridge | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| 19 |  Stockton Town | 10 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 8 |
| 20 |  Ilkeston Town | 9 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 7 |
| 21 |  Quorn | 9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 6 |
| 22 |  United of Manchester | 9 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 5 |
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