Match Summary
Fleetwood Town defeated Crawley Town 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2025. Goals were scored by Ched Evans 57′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Fleetwood Town had 43% possession while Crawley Town held 57%. Fleetwood Town had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Crawley Town. Fleetwood Town made 4 substitutions, Crawley Town made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Fleetwood Town and Crawley Town — 1 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Mark Helm
Match Statistics
Fleetwood Town had 43% possession against Crawley Town's 57%. Fleetwood Town registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Crawley Town managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–10. Fouls committed: 12–8.
Lineups
Fleetwood Town lined up in a 3-1-4-2 formation under Matthew Lawlor, while Crawley Town deployed a 3-4-2-1 under Scott Lindsey.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Fleetwood Town is 6.82, compared to 6.76 for Crawley Town. 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. Fleetwood Town's highest-rated starter is Elliot Bonds (7.01), while Crawley Town's best-rated player is Scott Malone (6.77).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Fleetwood Town have contributed 24 goals and 16 assists this season, led by Mark Helm (7G). Crawley Town's starters account for 1 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by Scott Malone (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Fleetwood Town deploy 3 defenders rated 6.89 on average, against Crawley Town's 3-man backline averaging 6.77. 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
Fleetwood Town field 5 midfielders averaging 6.97, versus Crawley Town'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
Fleetwood Town start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.52, compared to 3 for Crawley Town averaging 6.75. 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 71% for Fleetwood Town and 73% for Crawley Town. 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
Fleetwood Town's starters have collected 31 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Crawley Town. 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 Fleetwood Town's starting XI is 24.6 (youngest: Conor Haughey (18), oldest: Ched Evans (37)), while Crawley Town average 30.0 (youngest: Dion Pereira (26), oldest: Scott Malone (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
Fleetwood Town's starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 18 for Crawley Town. 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Fleetwood Town have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Crawley Town show 0 wins, 4 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Fleetwood Town and Crawley Town have met 1 times — Fleetwood Town won 0, Crawley Town won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Crawley Town leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (1 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 22 Mar 2026