27 April 2021 at 18:00

02
Full Time
Referee: P. Howard

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

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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.

Forest Green2wins
1draws6 meetings
Barrow3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.8

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

33%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (33%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (47%) — the odds may underestimate Barrow.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.7%

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 29.6%Away 26.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.003.203.70
Max2.063.503.87
Over 2.5: 44.4%Under 2.5: 62.1%
Market favourite:Forest Green · 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 market46.9%28.2%25.0%
Public market47.5%27.1%25.3%
Δ0.6%1.0%0.4%

Forest Green vs Barrow — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Barrow
Result vs. Market: Forest Green (50%)

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.

Forest GreenHalf-time:02Barrow
10Shots9
3Shots on target5

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
13/02/24Barrow1–2Forest Green1.58/4.11/5.58
24/10/23Forest Green0–2Barrow2.52/3.39/2.78
15/04/22Barrow4–0Forest Green3.96/3.28/2.02
23/11/21Forest Green2–0Barrow1.69/3.73/4.99
27/04/21Forest Green0–2Barrow2.02/3.38/3.77
21/11/20Barrow2–2Forest Green3.15/3.39/2.27

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: Forest Green

W 100D 69L 97
Over 2.545
Goals scored343

Away Record: Barrow

W 82D 71L 119
Over 2.542
Goals scored298

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Barrow defeated Forest Green 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by S. Quigley 18′ (pen.), B. Thomas 25′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Forest Green had 70% possession while Barrow held 30%. Forest Green had 10 shots (3 on target) compared to 9 (5 on target) for Barrow. Forest Green made 4 substitutions, Barrow made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Forest Green and Barrow — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Forest Green
Barrow
Kick Off
18′
S. Quigley

Penalty

Half Time
Christopher Stokes51′
E. AdamsK. Wilson
65′
65′
B. BarryJ. Devitt
72′Tom Beadling
C. StokesJack Evans
80′
S. WagstaffJ. Davison
80′
J. YoungI. Hutchinson
80′
85′
C. AndrewL. James
90+1′
C. BrownK. Ntlhe
Full Time

Match Statistics

Forest Green had 70% possession against Barrow's 30%. Forest Green registered 10 shots (3 on target) while Barrow managed 9 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 7–5. Fouls committed: 10–11.

3Shots on Goal5
3Shots off Goal3
10Total Shots9
4Blocked Shots1
7Shots insidebox7
3Shots outsidebox2
10Fouls11
7Corner Kicks5
1Offsides4
70%Ball Possession30%
4Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves3
498Total passes207
377Passes accurate99
76%Passes %48%

Lineups

Forest Green lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under J. Ball, while Barrow deployed a 3-5-2 under M. Jolley.

Defensive Solidity

Forest Green deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Barrow's 3-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

Forest Green field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Barrow's 5 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.

Forward Threat

Forest Green start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Barrow 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.

Age & Experience

The average age of Forest Green's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: J. Moore-Taylor (31), oldest: J. Moore-Taylor (31)), while Barrow 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.

Forest Green4-4-23-5-2Barrow
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McGee21Wagstaff5Stokes15Moore-T.6Cargill22Godwin-.3Bernard8Adams17Bailey10Collins18Young1Dixon29Eardley2Brown5Platt31Thomas4Taylor3Brough16Beadling27Barry39Andrew9Quigley

Substitutes

Coach: J. Ball

Substitutes

Coach: M. Jolley

Forest GreenPosition StrengthBarrow
Forest Green4-4-2
1GoalkeeperL. McGee
5DefenderC. Stokes
6DefenderB. Cargill
22DefenderU. Godwin-Malife
3DefenderD. Bernard
21MidfielderS. Wagstaff
15MidfielderJ. Moore-Taylor
8MidfielderE. Adams
18MidfielderJ. Young
17ForwardO. Bailey
10ForwardA. Collins
Barrow3-5-2
1GoalkeeperJ. Dixon
29DefenderN. Eardley
5DefenderM. Platt
31DefenderB. Thomas
2MidfielderC. Brown
4MidfielderJ. Taylor
3MidfielderP. Brough
16MidfielderT. Beadling
27MidfielderB. Barry
39ForwardC. Andrew
9ForwardS. Quigley

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Forest Green have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Barrow show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Forest Green

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Barrow

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

API data: 16 Apr 2026