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Grays Athletic
18Very poor

Last 5 matches · 1W-0D-4L · -6 goal difference

Leiston
49Average

Last 5 matches · 2W-1D-2L · +2 goal difference

Our call

Our verdict

Double Chance
Leiston or Draw

BetGenius backs Leiston or Draw (Double Chance) at 72% confidence — a solid call. Total goals: Over 2.5 Goals.

72%
Confidence
Solid
Preview

Match preview

Grays Athletic host Leiston in FA Cup action with both clubs looking to make progress in knockout competition. The hosts have struggled for positive results in their recent outings, suffering four defeats in their last five fixtures, most recently falling 4-1 away to Canvey Island on August 29.

Leiston arrive showcasing significant attacking firepower. Across their five fixtures in August, they found the net 12 times, scoring at least two goals in four of those games. However, their high-tempo style has also left them exposed defensively, having conceded 10 goals across that same five-game sequence, including a high-scoring 4-3 defeat against Bury Town.

With Grays showing vulnerability at the back and Leiston consistently producing multiple goals per match, the visitors possess the sharper offensive edge to control proceedings and secure a result away from home.

Analysis

Key factors

  1. Leiston have scored 12 goals across their last five matches, netting at least twice in four of them.
  2. Grays Athletic have suffered four defeats in their last five outings across all competitions.
  3. Grays Athletic conceded four goals in their most recent fixture, a 4-1 loss against Canvey Island.
  4. All five of Leiston's matches in August saw both teams score with three or more total goals produced.
Numbers

Statistical comparison

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60%
BTTS (last 5)
100%
60%
Over 2.5 (last 5)
100%
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Predictions

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Double Chance
Leiston or Draw
72%
Confidence

Leiston have displayed potent attacking form leading into this cup tie, scoring 12 goals across their last five matches in August. Grays Athletic have struggled to contain opponents, losing four of their previous five games and conceding four times in their most recent match against Canvey Island. Backing Leiston to avoid defeat provides a solid position given their superior offensive output.

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Published September 4, 2026. Form, team news and table context refresh automatically.