Anstey Nomads - Coventry Sphinx prediction 17 January 2026

Our Coventry Sphinx vs Anstey Nomads prediction focuses on the Northern Division One fixture on January 17, 2026, at 15:00. Based on current form and the head-to-head record, Anstey Nomads enters this match as the clear favorite with a 60% win probability.

Team Form

Coventry Sphinx's recent form has been inconsistent. In their last five matches, they recorded one win, two draws, and two losses (D, L, D, L, W). Their most recent game was a 0-0 draw at home against Long Eaton United on April 18. Prior to that, they suffered a 2-1 away loss to Rushden & Diamonds and a heavy 4-1 home defeat to Wellingborough Town.

Anstey Nomads, on the other hand, have been in impressive form. They have won four of their last five matches (W, W, W, L, W). Highlights include a dominant 6-0 away victory against Carlton Town on March 24 and a solid 2-0 home win over Bourne Town. Their only recent slip was a 2-0 home loss to Carlton Town in early March.

Head-to-Head Record

The head-to-head record heavily favors the away side. In their two previous encounters in the Northern Division One, Anstey Nomads have won both matches. The most recent clash on January 17, 2026, saw Anstey Nomads secure a 3-1 home victory. Earlier, on November 4, 2025, they won 3-1 at Coventry Sphinx. Coventry Sphinx has yet to register a win or a draw in this fixture.

League Table Positions

Neither team features in the top 12 of the provided overall standings. The league table is led by Bury with 87 points, followed by Avro with 85. The home standings are topped by Bury, while Avro leads the away table. While their exact positions are not listed, the available data and recent results suggest Anstey Nomads is performing at a higher level than Coventry Sphinx this season.

Win Probability: Coventry Sphinx or Anstey Nomads?

We have calculated the match outcome probabilities based on the available form data and the head-to-head record. No current odds were provided to adjust these figures, so the estimation relies entirely on team statistics and historical matchups.

• Coventry Sphinx win: 22%
• Draw: 18%
• Anstey Nomads win: 60%

Anstey Nomads' superior recent form (four wins in five) and their perfect 2-0 head-to-head record against Coventry Sphinx strongly point to an away victory. Coventry Sphinx's mixed home form, including a heavy 4-1 loss to Wellingborough Town, reduces their chances. Therefore, Anstey Nomads is significantly more likely to win this match.

Odds & Match Prediction

Specific match odds were not available in the provided data. However, based on the stats, we would expect bookmakers to price Anstey Nomads as the favorites. Our final Coventry Sphinx vs Anstey Nomads prediction is an away win for Anstey Nomads, reflecting their dominant head-to-head record and much stronger recent form.