23 April 2022 at 14:00

20
Full Time
Referee: C. Brook

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.

Exeter City3wins
2draws8 meetings
Rochdale3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.3

Average goals per game

63%

Games with 3+ goals

75%

Both teams scored

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 60.6%Draw 26.0%Away 19.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.623.805.00
Max1.703.925.52
Over 2.5: 49.5%Under 2.5: 54.6%
Market favourite:Exeter City · 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 market58.4%24.3%17.3%
Public market55.9%25.0%19.0%
Δ2.5%0.7%1.8%

Exeter City vs Rochdale — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Exeter City
Result vs. Market: Exeter City (61%)

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.

Exeter CityHalf-time:10Rochdale
14Shots8
5Shots on target4

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
23/04/22Exeter City2–0Rochdale1.65/3.84/5.26
27/11/21Rochdale1–1Exeter City2.52/3.30/2.77
23/11/13Rochdale3–1Exeter City1.78/3.78/4.77
22/02/14Exeter City0–1Rochdale2.99/3.31/2.48
08/12/12Rochdale2–3Exeter City2.51/3.39/2.79
01/04/13Exeter City1–2Rochdale1.92/3.53/3.90
28/03/09Rochdale2–2Exeter City1.87/3.33/3.82
20/12/08Exeter City4–1Rochdale2.51/3.19/2.64

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: Exeter City

W 211D 133L 153
Over 2.549
Goals scored694

Away Record: Rochdale

W 176D 125L 159
Over 2.552
Goals scored653

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Exeter City defeated Rochdale 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by T. Dieng 34′, M. Jay 60′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Exeter City had 45% possession while Rochdale held 55%. Exeter City had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Rochdale. Exeter City made 2 substitutions, Rochdale made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Exeter City and Rochdale — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Exeter City
Rochdale
Kick Off
T. Dieng

assist: A. Collins

34′
Half Time
51′Jimmy McNulty
Offrande Zanzala52′
57′
L. CharmanA. Newby
57′
J. McNultyC. O'Keeffe
M. Jay
60′
75′Max Taylor
78′
M. DoneJ. Andrews
O. ZanzalaP. Amond
80′
Jevani Brown81′
M. JayC. Rowe
90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Exeter City had 45% possession against Rochdale's 55%. Exeter City registered 14 shots (5 on target) while Rochdale managed 8 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 9–11.

5Shots on Goal4
4Shots off Goal1
14Total Shots8
5Blocked Shots3
12Shots insidebox6
2Shots outsidebox2
9Fouls11
3Corner Kicks4
1Offsides1
45%Ball Possession55%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves3
355Total passes446
235Passes accurate318
66%Passes %71%

Lineups

Exeter City lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under M. Taylor, while Rochdale deployed a 3-4-2-1 under R. Stockdale.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Exeter City is 6.95, compared to — for Rochdale. 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. Exeter City's highest-rated starter is P. Sweeney (6.95), while Rochdale's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Exeter City have contributed 2 goals and 0 assists this season, led by P. Sweeney (2G). Rochdale'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.

Defensive Solidity

Exeter City deploy 3 defenders rated 6.95 on average, against Rochdale'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

Exeter City field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Rochdale's 4 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

Exeter City start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Rochdale 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 77% for Exeter City and —% for Rochdale. 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

Exeter City's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Rochdale. 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 Exeter City's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: P. Sweeney (31), oldest: P. Sweeney (31)), while Rochdale 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

Exeter City's starters average 38 league appearances each, versus 0 for Rochdale. 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.

Exeter City3-4-1-23-4-2-1Rochdale
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Dawson27Grounds26Sweeney2Caprice14Dieng39Diabate20Brown8Collins12Key7Jay18Zanzala1Lynch4McNulty6O'Conne.26Clark5Taylor16Done7Dooley13Keohane11Grant18Odoh9Charman

Substitutes

Coach: M. Taylor

Substitutes

Coach: R. Stockdale

Exeter CityPosition StrengthRochdale
6.95
Avg Rating
6.95Defender (3 v 3)
2G 0A0G 0A
Exeter City3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperC. Dawson
27DefenderJ. Grounds
26DefenderP. Sweeney7.02G
39DefenderC. Diabate
2MidfielderJ. Caprice
14MidfielderT. Dieng
8MidfielderA. Collins
12MidfielderJ. Key
20ForwardJ. Brown
7ForwardM. Jay
18ForwardO. Zanzala
Rochdale3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperJ. Lynch
4DefenderJ. McNulty
6DefenderE. O'Connell
5DefenderM. Taylor
26MidfielderM. Clark
7MidfielderS. Dooley
13MidfielderJ. Keohane
11MidfielderC. Grant
16ForwardM. Done
18ForwardA. Odoh
9ForwardL. Charman

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Exeter City have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Rochdale show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Exeter City

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Rochdale

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

API data: 16 Apr 2026