Walsall beat Bristol City 1-0 in the EFL Cup first round. Aaron Pressley scored the only goal in the 47th minute, and Walsall spent the rest of the match defending their lead.
9.2Jed WardWalsall · Goalkeeper10 saves9.2Jed WardWalsall · Goalkeeper10 savesBristol City 0:1 Walsall — Match Report
First half0 - 0
Second half0 - 1
- 56(Foul)
- 67(Foul)
- 90 + 2(Foul)
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Bristol City vs Walsall?
Bristol City 0-1 Walsall (EFL Cup, Round 1).
Who scored?
Aaron Pressley (47', assist Reece Smith) for Walsall.
Was Walsall's win deserved?
It was close — an evenly matched game.
Were there any cards in Bristol City vs Walsall?
Yellow cards: Isaac Moore (Walsall); Sven Sprangler (Walsall); Rico Browne (Walsall).
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Head to Head meetings
Bristol City – Walsall
Bristol City
Walsall
- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 1
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 1  |
Scored goals | 0 | 1 |
Average per game | 0 | 1 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0-1 |
Form
Bristol City
- 5Matches
- 4Goals
- 0.8Goal per game
- 1Wins
- 1Draws
- 3Losses
Walsall
- 5Matches
- 12Goals
- 2.4Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 1Draws
- 1Losses
Best statistical picks
Bristol City – Walsall
Both teams scored in 4 of the last 5 matches
X2 hasn't lost in 3 of the last matches
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.30 | 4.75 | 8.50 |
◆ CheckLive verdict
Slight edge — Bristol City
The tie pits Bristol City's three-game unbeaten run against Walsall's five without a win. That gap in momentum, plus home advantage, gives the hosts the edge — a 59% lean that is meaningful without being overwhelming.
Both teams to score — No1.80
Low confidence57%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
36.5
35.5
CheckSkill
50.7
50.4
CheckMental
26.6
24.4
CheckLive total46.7 vs 40+6.7
More match signals
Bristol City or draw59%1.08
Home win — Bristol City55%1.30
Under 2.551%2.35
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win between Bristol City and Walsall?
Bristol City are favoured to beat Walsall in the EFL Cup tie, carrying better recent form and home advantage into the first-round meeting. They arrive unbeaten in three while the visitors have won none of their last five.
Are Bristol City favourites for this cup tie?
Yes, Bristol City come into the EFL Cup first round as the stronger side, unbeaten in their last three, while Walsall have failed to win in five and scored only once.
Will both teams score in this EFL Cup tie?
Both teams scoring looks unlikely given Walsall managed just one goal across their last five matches, while Bristol City's attack has been the livelier of the two. A home win with limited goals is the more plausible path.
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.30 | 4.75 | 8.50 |