EFL LEAGUE ONE BETTING TIPS: PREDICTIONS & BEST BETS 2ND – 3RD APRIL 

EFL League One betting tipster Louie Truman has given his betting predictions for League One fixtures this week, along with League One betting odds and some of the best betting bonuses for League One football.

WIGAN VS LEYTON ORIENT

Wigan host Leyton Orient in a Thursday night fixture; the Latics are sitting in 19th, just two points clear of the relegation zone. Wigan turned to a familiar face in February 2026, appointing Gary Caldwell just days after sacking Ryan Lowe, as they looked to achieve safety. His side will aim to bounce back from a difficult away loss against Reading last time out. Leyton Orient have picked up recently, winning four of their last five.

Betting Tip: Over 2.5 Goals – EVS – BetMGM

DONCASTER VS MANSFIELD

Doncaster are just one place above Mansfield in 15th, Rovers come into this fixture on the back of consecutive wins against Barnsley and Port Vale, Doncaster kept clean sheets in both outings.

Mansfield was brilliant last time out; the Stags overcame Northampton in a 4-1 home win; Will Evans and Lucas Akins both scored a brace. Nigel Clough’s side have scored nine goals in their last five matches.

Betting Tip: Mansfield Win – 2/1 - Betfred

BLACKPOOL VS EXETER

Blackpool remain just above the drop zone, but their recent performances at Bloomfield Road have been promising. Ian Evatt’s side have managed back-to-back wins, while Exeter heads into this one struggling for goals. When looking at recent meetings, Blackpool and Exeter haven’t drawn any of their last four matches.

Betting Tip: Blackpool Win – 6/5 - Star Sports

BRADFORD VS NORTHAMPTON

After promotion from League Two last season, Bradford have done well during the current campaign; the Bantams are currently inside the play-off places. However, Graham Alexander’s side are without a win in their last three league outings.

Northampton have been poor in recent outings; the Cobblers have lost their last four league outings, and they’re sitting in 23rd. Northampton Town have struggled mainly because of their lack of quality in the final third, and the sacking of Kevin Nolan didn’t help. Their squad isn’t as strong as other League One teams, especially after missing out on signing a striker.

Betting Tip: Bradford/Bradford - 59/50 - BetMGM

BURTON VS BARNSLEY

Burton avoided relegation by a point last season; they’re currently sitting in 18th, three points clear of the relegation zone. The Brewers have won two of their last five, which came against Northampton and Bradford.

Gary Bowyer’s side will aim to secure three important points in their aims for safety. Barnsley are mid-table, and they’re without a win in their last four. However, the Reds have three games in hand on a couple of teams above them.

Betting Tip: Under 2.5 Goals – 11/10 - Betfred

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HUDDERSFIELD VS READING

Huddersfield have dropped to tenth, due to just one win in their last five, which came against relegation contenders Rotherham. Huddersfield have struggled because they’ve been inconsistent; the Terriers aren’t scoring enough goals, and they’re making defensive mistakes that cost them points.

Liam Manning’s side have had good spells in games but don’t take their chances, which has made it hard to build momentum. Reading are just inside the play-off places; the Royals come into this fixture on the back of an impressive 3-0 home win against Wigan.

Betting Tip: Draw – 12/5 - Star Sports

LINCOLN VS AFC WIMBLEDON

Lincoln have surprised many this season, the Imps are top of the league and seven points clear of Cardiff in second. In their recent league match, Michael Skubala’s side secured three points at home to Rotherham in a 3-0 win.

Under the management of Skubala, Lincoln plays a clear, structured style that makes them solid defensively while still being effective going forward. Lincoln have the best defensive record in the league. On the other hand, AFC Wimbledon are sitting in 14th. The Dons are without a win in their last four league outings.

Betting Tip: Both Teams Not to Score – 4/5 - BetMGM

LUTON VS PETERBOROUGH

Luton are sitting in 11th, the Hatters have shown positive form in recent outings, winning two of their last three league outings. Jack Wilshere had a difficult start at the club, but his side is starting to pick up some momentum.

Luton have found the back of the net consistently in recent fixtures, with nine goals in their last five. When Luke Williams was appointed at Peterborough, he made an excellent start, winning his first four games in charge. However, Boro have recently dropped off with just one win in their last five.

Betting Tip: Luton Win – 8/13 - Betfred

PLYMOUTH VS BOLTON

After a difficult start to the current campaign, Plymouth have moved up to ninth after a brilliant run of form. The Pilgrims have won four of their last five; Tom Cleverley’s side have scored 11 goals in their last five. Ronan Curtis has played a big role in the team’s success; he’s ranked 1st for big chances created in the league.

Bolton are sitting in third, 11 points away from an automatic promotion place. Wanderers have been unable to secure a win in their last three league outings.

Betting Tip: Plymouth Win – 11/8 - Star Sports

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ROTHERHAM VS STEVENAGE

Rotherham have had a disappointing campaign so far; the Millers are inside the relegation zone, and they’ve lost their last two league outings. During the two losses, Rotherham conceded eight goals, and they were unable to find the back of the net in both matches.

Stevenage are just one place outside the play-off places; the Boro secured three points against Reading in their recent fixture. Alex Revell will aim for his team to secure important points in their push for promotion.

Betting Tip: Under 2.5 Goals – 11/20 - BetMGM

STOCKPORT VS WYCOMBE

Stockport will aim to achieve back-to-back play-off finishes; County were knocked out of the play-off semi-final by Leyton Orient last season on penalties, so they’ll aim to go further this season.

The Hatters have managed seven points from their last three, and they’ve scored eight goals in their last five. Throughout the season, Wycombe have struggled for consistency; the Chairboys are sitting in eighth with 16 wins, 11 draws and 13 losses.

Betting Tip: Both Teams to Score – 4/6 - Betfred