Walsall will host Crawley Town at the Poundland Bescot Stadium on Tuesday, 27 January, with the home side looking to capitalize on their recent form against a Crawley team struggling on the road. Walsall has collected 46 points this season, reflected in their balanced approach that combines creative play and defensive solidity. However, their last five home games show some vulnerabilities, with a record of 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses, scoring 6 goals while conceding 6. Notably, they secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Crewe Alexandra on December 26, but also suffered a 1-2 defeat to Oldham Athletic on December 29. Crawley Town, in stark contrast, is mired in a dismal away run, having lost all of their last five matches on the road, conceding 13 goals and scoring just 5 in that span. Their most recent away outing resulted in a 0-3 defeat against Cheltenham Town on January 4, highlighting their defensive frailties. Although Crawley employs a possession-heavy playing style, they have struggled to create meaningful chances, evident in their lack of clean sheets during this stretch, coupled with their weaknesses in progressive passing. Key players for Walsall include Daniel Kanu, who has scored 6 goals in 10 home games this season, and Evan Weir, contributing 3 goals and 1 assist in 11 home appearances. Crawley's best performer away from home has been H. McKirdy, netting 3 goals and providing 1 assist in 11 away games this season. With Walsall's solid home form and Crawley's ongoing struggles, the matchup appears to favor the home side, particularly with Crawley yet to find their footing away from home. The contrasting styles and recent performances set the stage for an intriguing battle in League Two.