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Bedford Town vs Macclesfield Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 31-10-2026
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Match Prediction
Expected score: Bedford Town 1-0 Macclesfield
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Bedford Town host Macclesfield in National League North on Halloween, with the visitors holding a narrow edge in the standings at fourth place versus seventh. Macclesfield have won both recent meetings between these sides, though Bedford will be keen to overturn that record at home. The hosts sit on 22 points from 13 games; Macclesfield have 24 from 12, giving them a game in hand.
Team form
Bedford Town
Bedford's recent form is mixed. They opened with a 3-1 home win over Spennymoor Town but have since struggled, losing 1-4 away at Southport and 0-1 at Oxford City. A 2-1 home victory over Buxton and a 2-3 defeat to Darlington 1883 at home bracket that spell. Over their last five games, they have scored 8 and conceded 10, averaging 1.6 goals for and 2.0 against per game—well above their season average of 1.31 scored and 1.23 conceded.
Macclesfield
Macclesfield arrive in strong form, winning three of their last five National League North matches. They beat Brackley Town 2-1, Radcliffe 2-1, and Marine 1-0, with a goalless draw at Spalding United the only blemish. Their defensive record stands out: they conceded just 2 goals across those five games, averaging 0.4 per outing compared to their season average of 0.92. They have scored 7 in the same span, averaging 1.4 per game against their season mark of 1.50.
Head-to-head
Macclesfield hold the upper hand in recent history. They won 2-1 at home on 31 January 2026 and repeated the scoreline away on 16 December 2025, taking both points in each fixture. Bedford have not beaten Macclesfield in their last two meetings.
Key factors
Macclesfield's defensive solidity is their standout feature this season. They have conceded 11 goals in 12 games, the best record between these two sides by a significant margin. Bedford's leaky defence—16 conceded in 13 games—will be tested by a visiting attack that has found rhythm. However, Bedford's home record offers them encouragement; they have won 4 of their last 5 at this ground, including the 3-1 win over Spennymoor. Macclesfield's away form is also strong, and they have shown they can break down Bedford's defence, as evidenced by their two recent wins. The key will be whether Bedford can replicate their attacking threat at home while tightening up defensively.
Prediction
Bedford hold a slight favourite status here, supported by their strong home record and the fact that they are playing on their own pitch. Macclesfield's superior league position and defensive record, combined with their head-to-head advantage, keep this competitive. The expected goal balance slightly favours the hosts, but it is marginal. Both sides look capable of scoring, though Macclesfield's miserly defence suggests Bedford will find it difficult to break through. A tight, low-scoring contest is in the offing.
Back Bedford Town as a slight favourite. They have momentum at home and will be motivated to overturn Macclesfield's recent dominance in this fixture. However, do not expect a high-scoring affair. The over 2.5 goals and both teams to score markets are finely balanced and too close to call.
Match info
Tournaments:
National League - North(National League North - 15)
Referee:
No information
Statistics
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Recent Form
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Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Oxford City | 13 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 27 |
| 2 |  Hereford | 13 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 26 |
| 3 |  South Shields | 13 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 26 |
| 4 |  Macclesfield | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 24 |
| 5 |  Chester | 13 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 23 |
| 6 |  Buxton | 14 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 23 |
| 7 |  Bedford Town | 13 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 22 |
| 8 |  Hednesford Town | 14 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 21 |
| 9 |  King's Lynn Town | 14 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 21 |
| 10 |  Morecambe | 13 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 20 |
| 11 |  Chorley | 13 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 20 |
| 12 |  Worksop Town | 14 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 20 |
| 13 |  Hebburn Town | 13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 19 |
| 14 |  Spalding United | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 18 |
| 15 |  Marine | 13 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 16 |
| 16 |  Harborough Town | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 16 |
| 17 |  AFC Telford United | 14 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 16 |
| 18 |  Brackley Town | 14 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 16 |
| 19 |  Scarborough Athletic | 13 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 15 |
| 20 |  Merthyr Town | 14 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 15 |
| 21 |  Radcliffe | 14 | 5 | 0 | 9 | 15 |
| 22 |  Darlington 1883 | 14 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 11 |
| 23 |  Southport | 13 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 10 |
| 24 |  Spennymoor Town | 13 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 7 |
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