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Morecambe vs Bristol Rovers

Globe Arena, Morecambe, Lancashire3 October 2015 at 15:00

Match Events

Morecambe
Bristol Rovers
Kick Off
28′
L. Mansell

assist: J. Gosling

S. Miller

assist: A. Dugdale

43′
Half Time
47′
B. Bodin
58′
M. Taylor

assist: L. Brown

T. Barkhuizen

assist: A. Dugdale

60′
A. GoodallA. Kenyon
71′
L. MolyneuxK. Ellison
71′
74′
J. EasterE. Harrison
80′
E. Harrison

Penalty

J. DevittP. Mullin
81′
82′
M. TaylorO. Clarke
P. Mullin

Penalty

87′
88′
B. BodinD. Leadbitter
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
5MidfielderA. Dugdale
2MidfielderS. Beeley
10MidfielderL. Molyneux
13MidfielderA. Goodall
22MidfielderA. Parrish
6MidfielderR. Edwards
17MidfielderA. Fleming
7MidfielderJ. Devitt
9MidfielderT. Barkhuizen
16MidfielderS. Miller
Bristol Rovers
31MidfielderL. Nicholls
15MidfielderJ. Clarke
3MidfielderL. Brown
5MidfielderM. McChrystal
4MidfielderT. Lockyer6.7
7MidfielderL. Mansell
23MidfielderB. Bodin
24MidfielderS. Sinclair
11MidfielderJ. Gosling
17MidfielderJ. Easter
10MidfielderM. Taylor

Match Summary

Bristol Rovers defeated Morecambe 4:3. The match was played in League Two 2015. Goals were scored by L. Mansell 28′, S. Miller 43′, B. Bodin 47′, M. Taylor 58′, T. Barkhuizen 60′, E. Harrison 80′ (pen.), P. Mullin 87′ (pen.). Morecambe made 3 substitutions, Bristol Rovers made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Morecambe vs Bristol Rovers Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Morecambe
3
wins
Drawn
2
Bristol Rovers
4
wins
Total goals
30 · 3.3/match
Both scored
7/9 · 78%
Over 2.5
7/9 · 78%

Recent Form

Morecambe

LLLDWL

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

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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

Market Summary

Margin: 3.6%

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 30.4%Draw 28.9%Away 44.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.203.302.23
Max3.363.582.30
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 market29.0%27.2%43.7%
Public market29.6%27.9%42.5%
Δ0.6%0.7%1.3%

Morecambe vs Bristol Rovers — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Bristol Rovers
Result vs. Market: Bristol Rovers (44%)

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:11Bristol Rovers
11Shots16
8Shots on target9

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