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Bristol Rovers vs Morecambe

Memorial Stadium, Bristol, Gloucestershire20 February 2016 at 15:00

Match Events

Bristol Rovers
Morecambe
Kick Off
12′
J. Devitt

Penalty

J. ClarkeB. Bodin
32′
35′
A. DugdaleA. Kenyon
Half Time
66′
P. MullinL. Wilson
R. Gaffney
68′
75′
J. DevittA. Wildig
M. TaylorJ. Easter
78′
B. Bodin

assist: L. Brown

78′
C. LinesO. Clarke
90′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Midfield Control

Bristol Rovers field 11 midfielders averaging 6.68, versus Morecambe'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 65% for Bristol Rovers and —% for Morecambe. 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 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Morecambe. 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 Morecambe 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 16 league appearances each, versus 0 for Morecambe. 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 StrengthMorecambe
6.68
Avg Rating
6.68Midfielder (11 v 11)
0G 0A0G 0A
Bristol Rovers
1MidfielderS. Mildenhall
15MidfielderJ. Clarke
3MidfielderL. Brown
6MidfielderT. Parkes
2MidfielderD. Leadbitter
4MidfielderT. Lockyer6.7
16MidfielderL. Lawrence
14MidfielderC. Lines
24MidfielderS. Sinclair
10MidfielderM. Taylor
30MidfielderR. Gaffney
Morecambe
1MidfielderB. Roche
5MidfielderA. Dugdale
2MidfielderS. Beeley
13MidfielderA. Goodall
22MidfielderA. Parrish
6MidfielderR. Edwards
17MidfielderA. Fleming
11MidfielderK. Ellison
7MidfielderJ. Devitt
9MidfielderT. Barkhuizen
12MidfielderP. Mullin

Match Summary

Bristol Rovers defeated Morecambe 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2015. Goals were scored by J. Devitt 12′ (pen.), R. Gaffney 68′, B. Bodin 78′. Bristol Rovers made 3 substitutions, Morecambe made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Bristol Rovers vs Morecambe Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Bristol Rovers
4
wins
Drawn
2
Morecambe
3
wins
Total goals
34 · 3.8/match
Both scored
7/9 · 78%
Over 2.5
7/9 · 78%

Recent Form

Bristol Rovers

DWWWWW

Morecambe

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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.

Bristol Rovers5wins
1draws8 meetings
Morecambe2wins

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 (75%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (56%) — the odds may underestimate Bristol Rovers.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.7%

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 58.5%Draw 25.6%Away 19.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.703.604.91
Max1.734.105.50
Market favourite:Bristol Rovers · Moderate 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 market56.4%23.8%19.9%
Public market57.7%24.5%17.8%
Δ1.3%0.7%2.0%

Bristol Rovers vs Morecambe — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Bristol Rovers
Result vs. Market: Bristol Rovers (58%)

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:01Morecambe
9Shots4
3Shots 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
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: Bristol Rovers

W 161D 103L 150
Over 2.548
Goals scored535

Away Record: Morecambe

W 229D 196L 302
Over 2.550
Goals scored890

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026