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Bristol Rovers vs Exeter City

Memorial Stadium, Bristol, Gloucestershire11 January 2014 at 15:00

Match Events

Bristol Rovers
Exeter City
Kick Off
20′
L. Brown

Own Goal

J. O'Toole

Penalty

21′
Half Time
62′
D. ColesA. Davies
T. LockyerC. Beardsley
65′
72′
D. WheelerS. Parkin
E. HarrisonD. Clarkson
73′
73′
T. NicholsJ. O'Flynn
E. RichardsD. Woodards
85′
J. O'Toole
90+3′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Bristol Rovers is 6.74, compared to — for Exeter City. 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. Bristol Rovers's highest-rated starter is E. Harrison (6.81), while Exeter City's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Bristol Rovers have contributed 11 goals and 2 assists this season, led by E. Harrison (11G). Exeter City'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.

Midfield Control

Bristol Rovers field 11 midfielders averaging 6.74, versus Exeter City's 11 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 60% for Bristol Rovers and —% for Exeter City. 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

Bristol Rovers's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Exeter City. 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 Bristol Rovers's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: T. Lockyer (31), oldest: T. Lockyer (31)), while Exeter City 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

Bristol Rovers's starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 0 for Exeter City. 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.

Bristol RoversPosition StrengthExeter City
6.74
Avg Rating
6.74Midfielder (11 v 11)
11G 2A0G 0A
Bristol Rovers
1MidfielderS. Mildenhall
14MidfielderL. Brown
2MidfielderM. Smith
29MidfielderM. McChrystal
6MidfielderT. Parkes
30MidfielderT. Lockyer6.7
32MidfielderJ. O'Toole
24MidfielderO. Clarke
9MidfielderM. Harrold
10MidfielderE. Richards
17MidfielderE. Harrison6.811G2A
Exeter City
1MidfielderA. Krysiak
2MidfielderD. Butterfield
5MidfielderP. Baldwin
6MidfielderD. Coles
4MidfielderS. Bennett
15MidfielderJ. Moore-Taylor
7MidfielderL. Sercombe
32MidfielderD. Wheeler
29MidfielderM. Grimes
10MidfielderA. Gow
20MidfielderT. Nichols

Match Summary

Bristol Rovers defeated Exeter City 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2013. Goals were scored by L. Brown 20′ (o.g.), J. O'Toole 21′ (pen.), J. O'Toole 90′. Bristol Rovers made 3 substitutions, Exeter City made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Bristol Rovers vs Exeter City Head to Head Results

16 stretnutí
Bristol Rovers
5
wins
Drawn
3
Exeter City
8
wins
Total goals
57 · 3.6/match
Both scored
13/16 · 81%
Over 2.5
11/16 · 69%

Recent Form

Bristol Rovers

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Exeter City

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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.

Bristol Rovers4wins
2draws8 meetings
Exeter City2wins

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 (75%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (45%) — the odds may underestimate Bristol Rovers.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.9%

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 45.3%Draw 29.9%Away 28.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.173.103.40
Max2.253.503.61
Market favourite:Bristol Rovers · 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 market44.8%28.3%26.9%
Public market44.3%27.8%27.8%

Bristol Rovers vs Exeter City — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Bristol Rovers
Result vs. Market: Bristol Rovers (45%)

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.

Bristol RoversHalf-time:11Exeter City
17Shots12
3Shots 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
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: Bristol Rovers

W 161D 103L 150
Over 2.548
Goals scored535

Away Record: Exeter City

W 211D 133L 153
Over 2.549
Goals scored694

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026