QPR and Watford clash in a New Year’s Day London derby at Loftus Road. QPR are coming off a 1-1 draw against Norwich at Carrow Road, while Watford suffered a narrow 2-1 home defeat. This fixture saw Watford edge QPR 2-1 last season, and the home side will be motivated for payback. 

Both teams scoring has been a consistent trend for these sides. QPR have seen BTTS in 75% of their home matches and 3 of their last 4 games. Meanwhile, Watford have experienced BTTS in 64% of their away fixtures, including all their last 5 games. With both teams in need of a strong start to the year, this matchup seems primed for another BTTS outcome.

Third-placed Port Vale welcomes Cheltenham, a side that has become synonymous with BTTS fixtures this season. Port Vale have been solid at home, with 60% of their games seeing both teams score. 

However, the spotlight is on Cheltenham, whose away form guarantees goal action. A staggering 90% of their away matches have seen both sides find the net. Additionally, Cheltenham’s last 7 games have produced a massive 26 goals, with six ending as BTTS outcomes. 

With Cheltenham’s leaky defence and attacking style, coupled with Port Vale’s solid offensive record, this matchup promises another high-scoring affair.

Accrington Stanley, sitting perilously close to the relegation zone, host fifth-placed Grimsby in a vital matchup. Accrington’s defensive struggles have been evident, with BTTS occurring in 71% of their league matches and in 7 of their last 8 games. 

Despite their challenges, they’ve managed to find the net regularly, which bodes well for goals in this encounter. Grimsby, meanwhile, have seen BTTS in 52% of their games this season, including 3 of their last 6. 

The reverse fixture between these sides produced 7 goals, showcasing their attacking intent and defensive vulnerabilities. Expect another goal-laden encounter with both teams finding the net.

Doncaster, sitting in third place, hosts Fleetwood Town, who are eager for revenge following a 4-2 loss earlier in the season. Both teams are coming off 1-1 draws, with Doncaster held by Colchester and Fleetwood sharing points with Harrogate. 

Doncaster have seen BTTS in 57% of their home matches and in 2 of their last 3 games. Fleetwood, on the other hand, have been involved in BTTS outcomes in 56% of their away fixtures, including 4 of their last 6 games. 

With Doncaster’s strong attacking presence and Fleetwood’s defensive frailties, this fixture has all the ingredients for another BTTS result.