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Carlisle vs Cheltenham

Brunton Park, Carlisle19 August 2017 at 15:00
30
Referee: Martin Coy

Match Events

Carlisle
Cheltenham
Kick Off
H. Pell

Own Goal

5′
R. Lambe

assist: D. Grainger

18′
Half Time
59′Harry Pell
59′
C. WinchesterB. Graham
T. Miller

assist: T. Parkes

60′
66′
H. PellK. Dawson
Mark Ellis70′
R. BennettH. Hope
72′
N. AdamsJ. Devitt
72′
M. JonesG. Liddle
84′
85′
W. BoyleM. Bower
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal3
3Shots off Goal5
9Total Shots10
3Blocked Shots2
7Shots insidebox4
3Shots outsidebox6
11Fouls14
5Corner Kicks6
1Offsides3
48%Ball Possession52%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves1
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Carlisle is —, compared to 5.87 for Cheltenham. 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. Carlisle's highest-rated starter is —, while Cheltenham's best-rated player is H. Pell (5.87).

Defensive Solidity

Carlisle deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Cheltenham's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Carlisle field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Cheltenham's 4 rated 5.87. 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.

Forward Threat

Carlisle start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Cheltenham averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Carlisle and 58% for Cheltenham. 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

Carlisle's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Cheltenham. 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 Carlisle's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Cheltenham average 34.0 (youngest: H. Pell (34), oldest: H. Pell (34)). 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

Carlisle's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 3 for Cheltenham. 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.

Carlisle4-4-24-4-2Cheltenham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Bonham3Grainger16Ellis2Miller6Parkes8Jones4Joyce10Adams19Lambe20Miller14Bennett1Flatt2Grimes23Forster3Cranston15Boyle4Storer7Pell11Winches.6Atangana9Wright20Eisa

Substitutes

Coach: K. Curle

Substitutes

Coach: G. Johnson

CarlislePosition StrengthCheltenham
Avg Rating
5.87
Midfielder (5 v 4)5.87
0G 0A0G 0A
Carlisle4-4-2
1GoalkeeperJ. Bonham
3DefenderD. Grainger
16DefenderM. Ellis
6DefenderT. Parkes
2MidfielderT. Miller
8MidfielderM. Jones
4MidfielderL. Joyce
10MidfielderN. Adams
19MidfielderR. Lambe
20ForwardS. Miller
14ForwardR. Bennett
Cheltenham4-4-2
1GoalkeeperJ. Flatt
2DefenderJ. Grimes
23DefenderJ. Forster
3DefenderJ. Cranston
15DefenderW. Boyle
4MidfielderK. Storer
7MidfielderH. Pell5.9
11MidfielderC. Winchester
6MidfielderN. Atangana
9ForwardD. Wright
20ForwardM. Eisa

Match Summary

Carlisle defeated Cheltenham 3:0. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by H. Pell 5′ (o.g.), R. Lambe 18′, T. Miller 60′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Carlisle had 48% possession while Cheltenham held 52%. Carlisle had 9 shots (3 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Cheltenham. Carlisle made 3 substitutions, Cheltenham made 3.

Rivalry since 2014

Carlisle vs Cheltenham Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
Carlisle
5
wins
Drawn
3
Cheltenham
7
wins
Total goals
24 · 1.6/match
Both scored
4/15 · 27%
Over 2.5
2/15 · 13%

Recent Form

Carlisle

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Cheltenham

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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.

Carlisle4wins
1draws10 meetings
Cheltenham5wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.1

Average goals per game

30%

Games with 3+ goals

30%

Both teams scored

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 49.5%Draw 28.2%Away 25.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.003.403.75
Max2.053.734.00
Market favourite:Carlisle · Slight 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 market48.5%26.1%25.4%
Public market47.7%27.9%24.4%
Δ0.8%1.8%1.0%

Carlisle vs Cheltenham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Carlisle
Result vs. Market: Carlisle (50%)

Result matched 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.

CarlisleHalf-time:20Cheltenham
9Shots10
3Shots on target3

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
26/04/25Cheltenham3–2Carlisle2.76/3.65/2.33
26/10/24Carlisle0–1Cheltenham1.99/3.43/3.70
27/04/21Cheltenham1–1Carlisle1.99/3.35/3.91
14/11/20Carlisle1–2Cheltenham2.40/3.22/3.07
11/02/20Carlisle0–1Cheltenham2.86/3.33/2.50
20/08/19Cheltenham2–0Carlisle2.30/3.50/3.12
19/01/19Carlisle2–0Cheltenham1.77/3.68/4.73
18/08/18Cheltenham0–1Carlisle2.65/3.38/2.70
30/03/18Cheltenham0–1Carlisle2.24/3.41/3.25
19/08/17Carlisle3–0Cheltenham2.02/3.54/3.86

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: Carlisle

W 183D 139L 175
Over 2.549
Goals scored653

Away Record: Cheltenham

W 234D 194L 252
Over 2.545
Goals scored842

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026