League Two· Season 2025
Match Summary
Notts County defeated Chesterfield 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2025. Goals were scored by J. Luker 28′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Chesterfield had 64% possession while Notts County held 36%. Chesterfield had 8 shots (2 on target) compared to 2 (1 on target) for Notts County. Expected goals: Chesterfield 1.92 — Notts County 0.71. Chesterfield made 5 substitutions, Notts County made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Chesterfield and Notts County — 1 goal and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. Iorpenda
Match Statistics
Chesterfield had 64% possession against Notts County's 36%. Chesterfield registered 8 shots (2 on target) while Notts County managed 2 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 3–3. Fouls committed: 8–15.
Lineups
Chesterfield lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, while Notts County deployed a —.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Chesterfield is 6.98, compared to 6.88 for Notts County. 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. Chesterfield's highest-rated starter is R. Boot (7.49), while Notts County's best-rated player is J. Jones (7.10).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Chesterfield have contributed 37 goals and 30 assists this season, led by L. Bonis (13G). Notts County's starters account for 40 goals and 29 assists, spearheaded by A. Jatta (15G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Chesterfield deploy 4 defenders rated 6.97 on average, against Notts County's 3-man backline averaging 6.89. 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
Chesterfield field 5 midfielders averaging 6.97, versus Notts County's 4 rated 6.94. 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
Chesterfield start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.54, compared to 3 for Notts County averaging 6.84. 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 76% for Chesterfield and 75% for Notts County. 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
Chesterfield's starters have collected 45 yellow cards this season, compared to 61 for Notts County. 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 Chesterfield's starting XI is 25.6 (youngest: S. Curtis (20), oldest: K. McFadzean (38)), while Notts County average 26.7 (youngest: T. Iorpenda (20), oldest: J. Belshaw (35)). 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
Chesterfield's starters average 33 league appearances each, versus 34 for Notts County. 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.
Substitutes
Coach: Paul Cook
Substitutes
Rivalry since 2011
Chesterfield vs Notts County Head to Head Results· 22
Chesterfield and Notts County have met 22 times — Chesterfield won 9, Notts County won 8, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Chesterfield leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 22 meetings. A combined 61 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.77 per match (31 for the home side, 30 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 13 matches (59%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 12 games (55%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Chesterfield are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2026.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Chesterfield have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. Notts County show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: Chesterfield or draw
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Chesterfield
2.35
Pinnacle
Draw
3.35
10Bet
Notts County
3.40
Unibet
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.
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Head-to-Head Record
Chesterfield dominatesHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
2.9
Average goals per game
60%
Games with 3+ goals
60%
Both teams scored
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.
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: Chesterfield
Away Record: Notts County
Data: football-data.co.uk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026