History of the Swindon Town v Cheltenham Town fixture
Cheltenham Town pack their bags to visit Swindon Town at County Ground on Saturday afternoon, having the edge over their hosts in previous meetings. The visitors have won 2 of the 4 previous games, with the hosts winning just 1.
The previous match played between the two at County Ground was more than three years back, in March 2009, where the two teams cancelled each other out in an enthralling 2-2 draw in a League One match.
Recent encounters between the teams
| Season | Date | Team | Result | Team | Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011/2012 | Sat 13 Aug | Cheltenham T. | 1 - 0 | Swindon Town | League Two |
| 2008/2009 | Tue 03 Mar | Swindon Town | 2-2 | Cheltenham T. | League One |
| 2008/2009 | Sat 16 Aug | Cheltenham T. | 2 - 0 | Swindon Town | League One |
| 2007/2008 | Tue 12 Feb | Swindon Town | 3 - 0 | Cheltenham T. | League One |
| 2007/2008 | Tue 09 Oct | Swindon Town | 1 - 3 | Cheltenham T. | (Associate Members) |
| 2007/2008 | Sat 25 Aug | Cheltenham T. | 1 - 1 | Swindon Town | League One |
| 2002/2003 | Wed 12 Mar | Swindon Town | 0 - 3 | Cheltenham T. | League Division Two |
For a detailed analysis of the complete head-to-head record between the two sides, click here
Recent respective form guides
Swindon Town could not have a more impressive recent home form, having won each of the last six games. During these games, Robins have smashed 14 goals past the opposition and conceded a paltry 1.
Cheltenham Town have an average recent record on the road, picking up two good wins, but losing three, from the last six. A generous 12 goals have been both scored and conceded in this period.
Swindon Town are leading the way in the npower League Two, with their 34 games giving them a return of 70 points.
Cheltenham Town are currently occupying 2nd spot in their division, gaining 64 points from their 35 games.
Current overall team form
| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swindon Town | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 4 | 15 |
| Cheltenham Town | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 8 |
For a detailed analysis of current team form guides in this or any division, click here
FootyMad's prediction ...
Cheltenham Town have an average recent record on the road, and this could be the reason why Swindon Town may poach a narrow victory, according to the Madmen. Home win
Sequence statistics
| Team | Sequences |
|---|---|
| Swindon Town | Won 12 successive home games. 13 games since last home draw. Not drawn a match in their last 12 . |
| Cheltenham Town | No win in the 2 most recent games. |
For a detailed analysis of current team sequences throughout the leagues, click here