REF’s picks

Back the first half to stay under 1.5 goals at 1.52. Both sides tend to feel each other out in the opening exchanges, and Mansfield's recent defensive setup suggests a cautious start.

1. 1Neither team is overly prolific in the early stages, often keeping things tight before the break.
2. 2Mansfield is missing key defensive personnel like Baily Cargill, which might initially make them even more conservative early on.
3. 3Wigan's recent struggles could see them adopt a cagey approach to avoid falling behind early.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.