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Bristol Rovers vs Hartlepool

Memorial Stadium, Bristol, Gloucestershire1 March 2016 at 19:45

Match Events

Bristol Rovers
Hartlepool
Kick Off
M. Taylor

assist: B. Bodin

10′
R. Gaffney

assist: M. McChrystal

31′
M. Taylor

assist: L. Brown

38′
Half Time
52′
B. Paynter

assist: B. Walker

M. Taylor

assist: L. Brown

56′
59′
N. ThomasS. Fenwick
66′
N. FeatherstoneL. Hawkins
M. TaylorJ. Easter
75′
75′
B. PaynterR. Oates
R. GaffneyE. Harrison
78′
L. MansellO. Clarke
83′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Bristol Rovers is 6.68, compared to — for Hartlepool. 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 Hartlepool's best-rated player is —.

Midfield Control

Bristol Rovers field 11 midfielders averaging 6.68, versus Hartlepool'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 Hartlepool. 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 Hartlepool. 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 Hartlepool 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 Hartlepool. 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 StrengthHartlepool
6.68
Avg Rating
6.68Midfielder (11 v 11)
0G 0A0G 0A
Bristol Rovers
1MidfielderS. Mildenhall
15MidfielderJ. Clarke
3MidfielderL. Brown
5MidfielderM. McChrystal
4MidfielderT. Lockyer6.7
16MidfielderL. Lawrence
7MidfielderL. Mansell
14MidfielderC. Lines
23MidfielderB. Bodin
10MidfielderM. Taylor
30MidfielderR. Gaffney
Hartlepool
1MidfielderT. Carson
2MidfielderC. Magnay
26MidfielderA. Jackson
3MidfielderJ. Carroll
16MidfielderN. Featherstone
8MidfielderB. Walker
7MidfielderN. Thomas
30MidfielderJ. Gray
10MidfielderB. Paynter
5MidfielderS. Harrison
33MidfielderL. James

Match Summary

Bristol Rovers defeated Hartlepool 4:1. The match was played in League Two 2015. Goals were scored by M. Taylor 10′, R. Gaffney 31′, M. Taylor 38′, B. Paynter 52′, M. Taylor 56′. Bristol Rovers made 3 substitutions, Hartlepool made 3.

Rivalry since 2013

Bristol Rovers vs Hartlepool Head to Head Results

5 stretnutí
Bristol Rovers
2
wins
Drawn
1
Hartlepool
2
wins
Total goals
14 · 2.8/match
Both scored
1/5 · 20%
Over 2.5
3/5 · 60%

Recent Form

Bristol Rovers

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Hartlepool

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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
1draws8 meetings
Hartlepool3wins

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

38%

Both teams scored

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 61.0%Draw 26.1%Away 16.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.623.606.00
Max1.673.996.16
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 market59.8%24.4%15.8%
Public market58.6%25.1%16.3%
Δ1.2%0.7%0.5%

Bristol Rovers vs Hartlepool — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Bristol Rovers
Result vs. Market: Bristol Rovers (61%)

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:30Hartlepool
13Shots11
7Shots 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
15/01/22Bristol Rovers2–0Hartlepool1.96/3.45/3.91
11/09/21Hartlepool1–0Bristol Rovers2.06/3.18/3.72
29/09/15Hartlepool0–3Bristol Rovers3.24/3.27/2.36
01/03/16Bristol Rovers4–1Hartlepool1.64/3.83/6.05
21/09/13Bristol Rovers2–2Hartlepool2.51/3.20/3.04
15/03/14Hartlepool4–0Bristol Rovers2.43/3.23/3.16
09/12/06Bristol Rovers0–2Hartlepool2.01/3.22/3.29
05/05/07Hartlepool1–2Bristol Rovers1.98/3.41/3.17

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: Hartlepool

W 101D 77L 144
Over 2.546
Goals scored353

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026