EFL Expert Tips Plymouth Argyle for Automatic Promotion
Plymouth Argyle is set to secure automatic promotion in the 2026/27 season, according to EFL expert Gab Sutton. Sutton, who has been following the team's progress, believes that the stability at Argyle under owner and chairman Simon Hallett is a key factor in their success.
What happened?
Sutton has picked Plymouth Argyle as the runners-up to Luton Town in his League One predictions for the 2026/27 season. He believes that the team's 4-4-2 formation adopted by head coach Tom Cleverley has given them a lot more solidity.
Why it matters for Plymouth
The stability at Argyle under Simon Hallett and Paul Berne has been a major factor in their success. Sutton believes that the club is lucky to have responsible people at the top who have made difficult decisions to ensure the club's financial sustainability.
What comes next?
Sutton is optimistic about what lies ahead for the Pilgrims, who begin their League One campaign against Stockport at Home Park on Saturday. He believes that the team's settled unit and the form of striker Bim Pepple will be key factors in their success.
Plymouth Argyle finished 9th in League One in the 2025 season, with 63 points from 42 games. They have scored 66 goals and conceded 58 so far this season, with a goal difference of +8. They are currently 30 points behind leaders Lincoln and will face Doncaster at home on February 13, 2027.
Sutton believes that the team's stability and settled unit will be key factors in their success. He also believes that the form of striker Bim Pepple will be crucial in their bid for automatic promotion. With the team's 4-4-2 formation and the support of director of football Derek Adams, Sutton is optimistic about what lies ahead for the Pilgrims.
