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Exeter City vs Bristol Rovers

St. James' Park, Exeter, Devon3 August 2013 at 15:00

Match Events

Exeter City
Bristol Rovers
Kick Off
Half Time
D. Coles
60′
63′
M. HardingA. Santos
68′
E. Richards
J. OFlynnA. Gow
74′
S. Parkin
80′
83′
E. HarrisonS. Hunter
87′
D. ClarksonT. Lockyer
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Exeter City is —, compared to 6.81 for Bristol Rovers. 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 —, while Bristol Rovers's best-rated player is E. Harrison (6.81).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Exeter City have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Bristol Rovers's starters account for 11 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by E. Harrison (11G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Exeter City field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Bristol Rovers's 11 rated 6.81. 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Exeter City and 54% for Bristol Rovers. 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 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Bristol Rovers. 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 — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Bristol Rovers average 31.0 (youngest: E. Harrison (31), oldest: E. Harrison (31)). 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 0 league appearances each, versus 38 for Bristol Rovers. 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 CityPosition StrengthBristol Rovers
Avg Rating
6.81
Midfielder (11 v 11)6.81
0G 0A11G 2A
Exeter City
1MidfielderA. Krysiak
5MidfielderP. Baldwin
3MidfielderC. Woodman
6MidfielderD. Coles
4MidfielderS. Bennett
15MidfielderJ. Moore-Taylor
11MidfielderA. Davies
7MidfielderL. Sercombe
32MidfielderD. Wheeler
19MidfielderJ. O'Flynn
25MidfielderS. Parkin
Bristol Rovers
1MidfielderS. Mildenhall
14MidfielderL. Brown
2MidfielderM. Smith
29MidfielderM. McChrystal
6MidfielderT. Parkes
32MidfielderJ. O'Toole
15MidfielderO. Norburn
7MidfielderD. Clarkson
10MidfielderE. Richards
17MidfielderE. Harrison6.811G2A
18MidfielderM. Harding

Match Summary

Exeter City defeated Bristol Rovers 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2013. Goals were scored by D. Coles 60′, E. Richards 68′, S. Parkin 80′. Exeter City made 1 substitutions, Bristol Rovers made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Exeter City vs Bristol Rovers Head to Head Results

16 stretnutí
Exeter City
7
wins
Drawn
3
Bristol Rovers
6
wins
Total goals
57 · 3.6/match
Both scored
13/16 · 81%
Over 2.5
11/16 · 69%

Recent Form

Exeter City

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Bristol Rovers

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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.

Exeter City2wins
2draws8 meetings
Bristol Rovers4wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3

Average goals per game

63%

Games with 3+ goals

88%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (50%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (39%) — the odds may underestimate Exeter City.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.0%

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 40.3%Draw 29.8%Away 33.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.453.252.90
Max2.503.413.00
Market favourite: · Even contest

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 market39.0%28.5%32.6%
Public market38.9%28.6%32.4%

Exeter City vs Bristol Rovers — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Exeter City
Result vs. Market: Exeter City (40%)

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:00Bristol Rovers
10Shots7
2Shots on target1

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
26/02/22Bristol Rovers1–1Exeter City2.67/3.29/2.64
21/08/21Exeter City4–1Bristol Rovers2.27/3.15/3.34
28/11/15Exeter City1–1Bristol Rovers3.13/3.45/2.35
23/04/16Bristol Rovers3–1Exeter City1.98/3.60/3.92
03/08/13Exeter City2–1Bristol Rovers2.48/3.35/2.96
11/01/14Bristol Rovers2–1Exeter City2.21/3.34/3.50
29/09/12Exeter City1–2Bristol Rovers2.11/3.32/3.62
06/03/13Bristol Rovers2–0Exeter City2.64/3.35/2.76

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: Bristol Rovers

W 161D 103L 150
Over 2.548
Goals scored535

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026