Matchday

Grimsby's visit promises goals galore, but Swindon Town still need to see more impact from Ollie Palmer

ANALYSIS: Swindon’s goal difference with the big striker on the pitch is zero – 10 scored, 10 conceded. Compare that against the team’s overall season equivalent of plus six, and it’s intriguing. Compare it against other players in the squad, and it’s indicative of a trend.

20.11.25, 14:05 7 Min Read

by Sam MorsheadEditor

Any neutral trekking off in search of EFL goals and goalmouth entertainment this weekend need look no further than a trip to the County Ground.

League Two matches involving Swindon Town and Grimsby Town in 2025/26 have seen 98 goals, at more than three per game on average.

Only two teams in the division – Chesterfield and Tranmere Rovers – have had larger aggregates in their first 16 outings of the term.

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