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Accrington St vs Hartlepool

Wham Stadium (Accrington, Lancashire)2 January 2017 at 15:00

Match Events

Accrington ST
Hartlepool
Kick Off
Half Time
B. Kee

Penalty

57′
60′
P. Amond

assist: J. Richards

64′
J. LaurentL. Hawkins
M. Pearson

assist: S. McConville

70′
S. McConvilleJ. Clark
71′
S. McCartanJ. Edwards
71′
86′
S. Harrison
88′
B. PaynterL. Alessandra
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Accrington ST is 6.82, compared to — for Hartlepool. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Accrington ST's highest-rated starter is S. Conneely (6.82), while Hartlepool's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Accrington ST have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by S. Conneely (1G). Hartlepool's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Accrington ST field 11 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus Hartlepool's 11 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 72% for Accrington ST and —% for Hartlepool. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Accrington ST's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Hartlepool. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Accrington ST's starting XI is 37.0 (youngest: S. Conneely (37), oldest: S. Conneely (37)), while Hartlepool average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Accrington ST's starters average 35 league appearances each, versus 0 for Hartlepool. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Accrington STPosition StrengthHartlepool
6.82
Avg Rating
6.82Midfielder (11 v 11)
1G 0A0G 0A
Accrington ST
20MidfielderA. Chapman
3MidfielderM. Hughes
28MidfielderS. Conneely6.81G
5MidfielderO. Beckles
30MidfielderJ. Donacien
2MidfielderM. Pearson
8MidfielderS. Brown
27MidfielderJ. O'Sullivan
11MidfielderS. McConville
29MidfielderB. Kee
10MidfielderS. McCartan
Hartlepool
13MidfielderA. Bartlett
6MidfielderM. Bates
3MidfielderJ. Carroll
33MidfielderL. Donnelly
14MidfielderM. Woods
4MidfielderN. Featherstone
19MidfielderJ. Richards
28MidfielderJ. Laurent
9MidfielderP. Amond
10MidfielderB. Paynter
26MidfielderS. Harrison

Match Summary

Accrington ST and Hartlepool drew 2:2. The match was played in League Two 2016. Goals were scored by B. Kee 57′ (pen.), P. Amond 60′, M. Pearson 70′, S. Harrison 86′. Accrington ST made 2 substitutions, Hartlepool made 2.

Rivalry since 2013

Accrington ST vs Hartlepool Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Accrington ST
3
wins
Drawn
2
Hartlepool
2
wins
Total goals
18 · 2.6/match
Both scored
5/7 · 71%
Over 2.5
4/7 · 57%

Recent Form

Accrington ST

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Hartlepool

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Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Accrington ST3wins
3draws10 meetings
Hartlepool4wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.6

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (40%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (55%) — the odds may underestimate Hartlepool.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.7%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 56.5%Draw 26.3%Away 20.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.753.504.50
Max1.804.005.00
Market favourite:Accrington ST · Moderate favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market55.4%24.9%19.8%
Public market55.9%24.5%19.6%

Accrington ST vs Hartlepool — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Accrington ST (56%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

Accrington STHalf-time:00Hartlepool
14Shots4
4Shots on target2

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
22/11/16Hartlepool2–0Accrington ST2.71/3.33/2.71
02/01/17Accrington ST2–2Hartlepool1.77/3.81/4.81
19/01/16Accrington ST3–1Hartlepool1.64/4.16/5.47
19/04/16Hartlepool1–2Accrington ST4.48/3.50/1.89
21/10/14Accrington ST3–1Hartlepool2.21/3.42/3.41
14/04/15Hartlepool1–1Accrington ST2.30/3.35/3.30
14/09/13Hartlepool2–1Accrington ST1.93/3.45/4.45
11/03/14Accrington ST0–0Hartlepool2.86/3.31/2.59
18/11/06Accrington ST1–2Hartlepool2.16/3.20/2.98
09/04/07Hartlepool1–0Accrington ST1.41/4.06/6.36

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Accrington ST

W 247D 171L 272
Over 2.550
Goals scored885

Away Record: Hartlepool

W 101D 77L 144
Over 2.546
Goals scored353

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026