Carlisle 2-1 Tamworth: result and AI prediction

Carlisle – Tamworth, FA Cup, Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 03:00 PM (GMT). Venue: Brunton Park

Last 2 head-to-head meetings: Carlisle 1, draws 0, Tamworth 1. Their last meeting, on March 14, 2026, ended Tamworth 2-1 Carlisle.

Carlisle

Final score2 - 1

Tamworth

AI predicted: 3-1 · Final score: 2-1✓ Correct outcome

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

Carlisle enter a home cup tie in which they are expected to impose possession, but Rob Elliot’s likely changes add uncertainty to their rhythm. The immediate concern is chance conversion after a frustrating goalless outing, while Tamworth have shown they can make matches narrow and physical. Donnelly gives the visitors a genuine outlet whenever Carlisle leave space behind their attacks. This looks set to hinge on whether Carlisle move the ball quickly enough to pull apart Tamworth’s block before the match becomes a scrappy contest of set-pieces and second balls.

Head-to-head analysis

The recent head-to-head is evenly split, with both teams winning their respective home encounter. That supports the importance of Brunton Park rather than suggesting a persistent stylistic advantage for either side.

Injuries and absences

There are no confirmed absences reported, but Desbois’s soreness and Feeney’s managed workload are meaningful Carlisle selection issues. Williams and Mullarkey returning to the squad offer Elliot cover if he changes his defensive unit.

Form (last 5)