NOTTS COUNTY VS. SALFORD CITY PREVIEW

NOTTINGHAM, England (Interstat) — Notts County hosts Salford City on Monday, May 25, 2026, in a League Two matchup that carries playoff implications for both sides. The game at Meadow Lane kicks off at 7:45 p.m. local time.

The two sides have met twice this season, with Salford City winning both encounters. The Ammies took a 2-1 victory at Salford on April 3, 2026, and a 2-1 win at Notts County on Aug. 9, 2025. Salford has won four of the past five meetings overall.

Salford City enters the match on a three-match unbeaten run. The Ammies played to a 0-0 draw at Crawley Town on May 2, then defeated Bromley 2-0 on April 23 and beat Oldham Athletic 2-1 on April 18. Prior to that, they drew 0-0 at Gillingham on April 11 and lost 1-0 at Crewe Alexandra on April 6. Salford’s overall form has been solid: they have lost only two of their past 10 matches, with five wins and three draws.

Notts County, meanwhile, has won its past two matches. The Magpies beat Chesterfield 1-0 on May 10 and drew 1-1 with Bristol Rovers on May 2. Before that, they defeated Colchester United 1-0 on April 25. However, Notts County has been inconsistent: they lost 2-1 to Barnet on April 18 and were thrashed 4-0 at Cambridge United on April 11. A 3-1 win over Newport County on April 6 preceded that defeat.

Interstat’s game simulator projects a 1-1 draw.

Notts County’s home form has been mixed this season, but they will look to avenge their two recent losses to Salford. The Magpies have scored 53 goals in 44 league matches, while Salford has netted 49. Defensively, Salford has conceded 40 goals compared to Notts County’s 48.

Salford City will rely on a disciplined back line and counterattacking style, while Notts County aims to control possession through midfield. The match is expected to be tightly contested, with both teams fighting for position in the League Two table.

Kickoff is set for Monday evening.