Crewe Alexandra vs Rochdale - Daring Dale to Defeat Remiss Railwaymen

On Saturday, Rochdale visit Crewe Alexandra at Gresty Road and I believe the visitors have a great shot at picking up another 3 points.

Crewe Alexandra

The Railwaymen are destined for a mid-table finish. With 58 points from 42 games and 4 games to go, Crewe are 15 points clear of relegation and trail the play-off zone by at least 8 points (Charlton in 6th with a game in hand).

Looking at the four most recent league games specifically, Crewe have created on average 1.25 shots on target per game - the worst attacking numbers in League One right now. In the four most recent league games, Crewe have conceded on average 7.50 shots on target per game - the second worst defensive numbers in League One right now.
All in all, the Cheshire outfit display the worst shots on target difference in League One in recent weeks.

Rochdale

The Dale have joined fellow relegation candidates AFC Wimbledon and Wigan Athletic in a late surge and have picked up a total of 10 points from the 5 most recent games. Rochdale currently reside in 22nd place, 5 points adrift Wigan in safe ground but with a game in hand. They have arguably the easiest run in of the teams in and just above the drop zone and face AFC Wimbledon in the next round, so Rochdale still have survival very much in their own hands.

Looking at the four most recent league games specifically, Rochdale have created on average 5.75 shots on target per game - one of the best attacking numbers in League One right now. In the four most recent league games, Rochdale have conceded on average 3.75 shots on target per game which is below the league average in League One in recent weeks.
All in all, the Greater Manchester club display one of the best shots on target difference in League One right now.

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Conclusion & Betting Tips

Crewe are stuck mid table and haven't got much to play for, displaying the worst shots on target difference in League One in recent weeks.
Rochdale still have a shot at survival but then a win on Saturday is a must. Rochdale display one of the best shots on target difference in League One right now.
Betting Tip: Rochdale.
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