Bolton Wanderers, Stevenage Set for League One Clash

BOLTON, England (Interstat) — Bolton Wanderers host Stevenage in a pivotal League One fixture on Tuesday, with both sides looking to solidify their playoff positioning in the final stretch of the season.

The match at the University of Bolton Stadium is a quick rematch, as the teams played to a 0-0 draw at Stevenage’s Lamex Stadium just under three months ago, on Jan. 20.

Stevenage arrives in strong form, unbeaten in its last four matches. It most recently secured a 1-0 victory over Bradford City on Saturday. That result followed a 1-0 win against Blackpool and two goalless draws. Manager Steve Evans has seen his side become defensively resolute, conceding only once in this four-game stretch.

In contrast, Bolton is seeking a response after a disappointing 2-0 away loss to Cardiff City last Saturday. That defeat halted momentum from a positive run that included a comeback 2-2 draw with Stockport County and a 2-1 victory at Plymouth Argyle earlier this month. Ian Evatt’s squad has been potent at home, scoring multiple goals in several recent outings at the University of Bolton Stadium.

The statistical projection service Interstat forecasts a tightly contested 1-1 draw.

Stevenage (17-10-9) currently sits fifth in the table, one point ahead of seventh-place Bolton (15-14-8). With only a few games remaining, the outcome carries significant weight for the playoff race. A win for Bolton would see them leapfrog Stevenage, while the visitors can create crucial distance from the chasing pack with a positive result.

Following this match, Stevenage faces a busy schedule, hosting Lincoln City next Saturday. Bolton’s next test is at home against Hfield Town on the same day.

Kickoff is set for 7:45 p.m. local time.