Catalans Dragons vs Salford Red Devils Prediction: Dragons confident of taking advantage of struggling Salford

Catalans Dragons vs Salford Red Devils: Prediction for the Match on April 19, 2025

The prediction for the rugby game in the Betfred Super League between the Catalans Dragons and Salford is on the 19th of April at Stade Gilbert Brutus. This game will be the eighth round of the competition for both teams. With both teams in high spirits, the game is expected to be a classic show for the fans. Which side wins this encounter? Here at Telecomasia, we take a look at the match’s preview and offer free betting opportunities.

Catalans Dragons: Form and Statistics

The Catalans Dragons had a struggling start to the season, but then their recent performances have been encouraging. Having played seven league matches this season, the Catalans have managed to secure just three wins, defeating Huddersfield, Castleford, and Leeds. Beating 12th-place Huddersfield 38-18 the previous weekend sets the team in high spirits against 11th-place Salford. However, this team now faces a tougher Salford side that has struggled significantly this season and will have to prove their worth and demonstrate character to overcome their disappointing performance in this fixture. The Catalans head into this fixture in 9th spot with just six points, a record that is fairly good compared to their opponent, who has two points and a goal difference of -227, compared to the Dragons' -2.

Catalans Dragons Lineup

Steve McNamara has only a few injury concerns to deal with and will feel good about the squad list he has for this game against a struggling Salford side. Théo Fages fractured his ribs, Matt Ikuvalu has a pectoral muscle tear, and Mike McMeeken fractured his thumb. Additionally, Fouad Yaha dislocated his shoulder, and recovering from an operation.

Tomkins, Makinson, Romano, Smith, Cotric, Keary Fages, Pangai Junior, Da Costa, Bousquet, Sironen, Whitehead, Partington.

Substitutes

9. Garcia, 11. Sims, 15. Satae26. Aispuro-Bichet, 19. Seguier

Salford Red Devils: Form and Statistics

Salford this season are in the worst form of their entire club history. This season, the visiting team has won only one of seven matches, which contrasts with their losing streak, giving a bad image of the team's reputation, as they have come into most of their matches as losers. The visitors lost their last two games, coming against a struggling Leeds team and losing 28-0, before losing 54-0 to second-place Wigan Warriors in the league. Meanwhile, it remains to be seen how well this team can respond to their poor performances in matches like this as we approach the halfway point of the season. Seated in the 11th spot, Salford have scored 242 goals this season and conceded 220.

Salford Red Devils Lineup

There are a few injury concerns for Paul Rowley, who will be missing some of his key players, particularly his forwards. He will likely need to make a few changes to the starters. Sam Stone, Logan Lewis, Joe Mellor, and Sam Davis: All are currently injured and expected to miss the next few weeks of action.

These injuries represent a significant blow to the Red Devils, particularly the loss of Bullock, who was dual-registered with Barrow Raiders due to financial crises. Joe Bullocks will be out for about eight weeks due to a leg injury. With the club facing an economic crisis, it is in a precarious position, struggling to compete at the highest level.

Brierley, Cross, Nikorima, Hill, Watkins, Shorrocks, Atkin, Wright, Marsters, Ormondroyd, Hankinson, Hill, Vaughan.

Substitutes 

9 Mellor, 22 Foster, 24 Wilson, 28 Connell, 30 Chan.

Catalans Dragons vs Salford Red Devils: Head to Head Statistics

Catalans Dragons and Salford have gone against each other different times in the last year, and Salford and the Catalans have dominated this fixture. In their five meetings, the Catalans secured one recent win dating back a week ago this season in the European Challenge Cup, which ended in a 20-12 contest. In the meantime, the Catalans also won the remaining four matches, showcasing their incredible dominance in this fixture

Catalans Dragons vs Salford Red Devils: Betting Tips & Odds

• The Catalans have won three times in their last seven matches and are expected to score the first point through a try. The option is available at 1.33 odds in the 1Xbet bookmaker.
• Salford have been inconsistent in both attack and defence this season, winning one game and losing six in their last seven matches and they’re expected to score the last try. The option is available at odds of 4.00 with the Bet365 bookmaker.

Catalans Dragons vs Salford Red Devils Match Prediction 19 April 2025

These are two teams that are up to the task of delivering a winning performance, and it is tough to write either side off since both are at the bottom of the table. I like the Catalans Dragon, considering their performance in winning three matches this season and the impressive displays they have shown; however, Salford have been worse in all competitions. This should be a game where Catalans can easily display attacking intent, especially with a hunger to win and beat Salford.

Our match prediction is for the home team not to lose, with odds at 1.60 on 1Xbet.

Our betting tip for the match is the home team to win by 21-25 point margin, with odds of 8.00 on Betway.