Menu

Southend vs Bristol Rovers

Roots Hall Stadium, Southend-on-Sea, Essex27 September 2013 at 19:45

Match Events

Southend
Bristol Rovers
Kick Off
M. PhillipsJ. Payne
23′
Half Time
51′
M. Harrold
F. EastwoodC. Woodrow
53′
54′
R. BruntE. Harrison
K. Hurst
67′
71′
O. NorburnS. Clucas
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Southend is —, compared to 6.68 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. Southend's highest-rated starter is —, while Bristol Rovers's best-rated player is T. Lockyer (6.68).

Midfield Control

Southend field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Bristol Rovers's 11 rated 6.68. 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 Southend and 65% 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

Southend's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 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 Southend's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Bristol Rovers average 31.0 (youngest: T. Lockyer (31), oldest: T. Lockyer (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

Southend's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 16 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.

SouthendPosition StrengthBristol Rovers
Avg Rating
6.68
Midfielder (11 v 11)6.68
0G 0A0G 0A
Southend
17MidfielderD. Bentley
2MidfielderJ. White
23MidfielderA. Thompson
6MidfielderL. Prosser
5MidfielderM. Phillips
18MidfielderR. Leonard
14MidfielderK. Hurst
12MidfielderW. Atkinson
11MidfielderA. Straker
7MidfielderF. Eastwood
10MidfielderB. Corr
Bristol Rovers
1MidfielderS. Mildenhall
14MidfielderL. Brown
2MidfielderM. Smith
29MidfielderM. McChrystal
6MidfielderT. Parkes
30MidfielderT. Lockyer6.7
32MidfielderJ. O'Toole
16MidfielderA. Bond
15MidfielderO. Norburn
9MidfielderM. Harrold
26MidfielderR. Brunt

Match Summary

Southend and Bristol Rovers drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2013. Goals were scored by M. Harrold 51′, K. Hurst 67′. Southend made 2 substitutions, Bristol Rovers made 2.

Rivalry since 2011

Southend vs Bristol Rovers Head to Head Results

14 stretnutí
Southend
4
wins
Drawn
5
Bristol Rovers
5
wins
Total goals
30 · 2.1/match
Both scored
6/14 · 43%
Over 2.5
5/14 · 36%

Recent Form

Southend

LWLWWD

Bristol Rovers

DWWWWW

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.

Southend1wins
4draws6 meetings
Bristol Rovers1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1.7

Average goals per game

17%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (48%) — the odds may underestimate Bristol Rovers.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.8%

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 49.2%Draw 28.6%Away 26.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.003.303.50
Max2.053.603.84
Market favourite:Southend · 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 market47.5%27.1%25.4%
Public market47.4%27.0%25.6%

Southend vs Bristol Rovers — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Southend (49%)

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.

SouthendHalf-time:00Bristol Rovers
16Shots6
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
27/09/13Southend1–1Bristol Rovers2.03/3.50/3.71
21/03/14Bristol Rovers0–0Southend2.51/3.22/2.96
06/11/12Bristol Rovers2–3Southend2.53/3.32/2.79
13/04/13Southend0–0Bristol Rovers2.25/3.35/3.40
26/11/11Southend1–1Bristol Rovers1.60/3.72/5.09
24/03/12Bristol Rovers1–0Southend2.70/3.24/2.55

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: Southend

W 132D 88L 102
Over 2.541
Goals scored404

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