Bristol Rovers – Shrewsbury

Match analysis

Bristol Rovers host Shrewsbury in what promises to be a stark contrast of form, with the home side perched second on 12 points after four wins from six games, boasting a +4 goal difference. Shrewsbury sit down in 18th place on six points, having managed only two victories and conceding ten times, leaving them with a –6 goal difference. The Rovers’ unbeaten run at the top of the table suggests they will look to extend their attack, while the struggling Shrewsbury will need to tighten up at the back to avoid slipping further down the league. A win for Bristol could cement their challenge for the title, whereas a positive result would be a vital boost for Shrewsbury’s survival hopes.