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Morecambe vs Bristol Rovers

Globe Arena, Morecambe, Lancashire14 December 2013 at 15:00

Match Events

Morecambe
Bristol Rovers
Kick Off
30′
J. O'Toole
Half Time
P. Amond
57′
P. AmondM. Marshall
78′
82′
D. ClarksonE. Harrison
J. Redshaw
87′
88′
O. NorburnC. Beardsley
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Midfield Control

Morecambe 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 Morecambe 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

Morecambe'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 Morecambe'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

Morecambe'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.

MorecambePosition StrengthBristol Rovers
Avg Rating
6.68
Midfielder (11 v 11)6.68
0G 0A0G 0A
Morecambe
1MidfielderB. Roche
5MidfielderM. Hughes
22MidfielderA. Parrish
15MidfielderC. McCready
3MidfielderR. Threlfall
17MidfielderA. Fleming
16MidfielderS. Drummond
8MidfielderA. Wright
27MidfielderP. Amond
7MidfielderJ. Redshaw
9MidfielderJ. Sampson
Bristol Rovers
1MidfielderS. Mildenhall
14MidfielderL. Brown
2MidfielderM. Smith
6MidfielderT. Parkes
30MidfielderT. Lockyer6.7
32MidfielderJ. O'Toole
24MidfielderO. Clarke
15MidfielderO. Norburn
7MidfielderD. Clarkson
9MidfielderM. Harrold
10MidfielderE. Richards

Match Summary

Morecambe defeated Bristol Rovers 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2013. Goals were scored by J. O'Toole 30′, P. Amond 57′, J. Redshaw 87′. Morecambe made 1 substitutions, Bristol Rovers made 2.

Rivalry since 2011

Morecambe vs Bristol Rovers Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Morecambe
2
wins
Drawn
2
Bristol Rovers
5
wins
Total goals
34 · 3.8/match
Both scored
7/9 · 78%
Over 2.5
7/9 · 78%

Recent Form

Morecambe

LLLDWL

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

Bristol Rovers dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Morecambe2wins
1draws8 meetings
Bristol Rovers5wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.4

Average goals per game

75%

Games with 3+ goals

75%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (25%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (40%) — the odds may underestimate Bristol Rovers.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.3%

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 41.1%Draw 30.4%Away 31.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.403.103.10
Max2.503.403.20
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 market40.4%28.9%30.7%
Public market40.7%28.7%30.5%

Morecambe vs Bristol Rovers — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Morecambe
Result vs. Market: Morecambe (41%)

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.

MorecambeHalf-time:01Bristol Rovers
14Shots11
5Shots 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
03/10/15Morecambe3–4Bristol Rovers3.29/3.46/2.26
20/02/16Bristol Rovers2–1Morecambe1.71/3.90/5.14
14/12/13Morecambe2–1Bristol Rovers2.43/3.29/3.15
29/03/14Bristol Rovers1–0Morecambe2.09/3.32/3.86
01/09/12Bristol Rovers0–3Morecambe1.89/3.52/4.15
23/02/13Morecambe1–1Bristol Rovers2.37/3.43/3.09
24/09/11Morecambe2–3Bristol Rovers2.11/3.34/3.36
11/02/12Bristol Rovers2–1Morecambe2.07/3.30/3.29

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: Morecambe

W 229D 196L 302
Over 2.550
Goals scored890

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