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Grimsby vs Accrington St

Blundell Park (Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire)26 December 2016 at 15:00

Match Events

Grimsby
Accrington ST
Kick Off
T. Bolarinwa
32′
Half Time
65′
S. BrownS. McCartan
B. ComleyC. Disley
82′
T. BolarinwaK. Jackson
84′
86′
O. BecklesT. Gornell
A. Chambers

assist: O. Bogle

88′
B. DaviesA. Boyce
90+1′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Grimsby is —, compared to 6.82 for Accrington ST. 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. Grimsby's highest-rated starter is —, while Accrington ST's best-rated player is S. Conneely (6.82).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Grimsby have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Accrington ST's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by S. Conneely (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Grimsby field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Accrington ST's 11 rated 6.82. 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 Grimsby and 72% for Accrington ST. 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

Grimsby's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Accrington ST. 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 Grimsby's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Accrington ST average 37.0 (youngest: S. Conneely (37), oldest: S. Conneely (37)). 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

Grimsby's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 35 for Accrington ST. 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.

GrimsbyPosition StrengthAccrington ST
Avg Rating
6.82
Midfielder (11 v 11)6.82
0G 0A1G 0A
Grimsby
30MidfielderD. Henderson
22MidfielderD. Collins
3MidfielderD. Andrew
5MidfielderS. Pearson
19MidfielderL. Summerfield
2MidfielderB. Davies
26MidfielderB. Comley
18MidfielderT. Bolarinwa
21MidfielderS. Vernon
7MidfielderA. Chambers
9MidfielderO. Bogle
Accrington ST
20MidfielderA. Chapman
3MidfielderM. Hughes
28MidfielderS. Conneely6.81G
5MidfielderO. Beckles
2MidfielderM. Pearson
6MidfielderZ. Vyner
14MidfielderR. Boco
8MidfielderS. Brown
27MidfielderJ. O'Sullivan
29MidfielderB. Kee
7MidfielderJ. Clark

Match Summary

Grimsby defeated Accrington ST 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2016. Goals were scored by T. Bolarinwa 32′, A. Chambers 88′. Grimsby made 3 substitutions, Accrington ST made 2.

Rivalry since 2017

Grimsby vs Accrington ST Head to Head Results

10 stretnutí
Grimsby
3
wins
Drawn
3
Accrington ST
4
wins
Total goals
26 · 2.6/match
Both scored
5/10 · 50%
Over 2.5
4/10 · 40%

Recent Form

Grimsby

DWWWLW

Accrington ST

LDDLLL

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.

Grimsby4wins
3draws10 meetings
Accrington ST3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.7

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (34%) — the odds may underestimate Grimsby.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.9%

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 36.3%Draw 29.2%Away 39.4%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.703.302.50
Max2.873.582.60
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 market34.0%27.3%38.7%
Public market34.8%27.6%37.6%
Δ0.8%0.4%1.2%

Grimsby vs Accrington ST — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Grimsby
Result vs. Market: Accrington ST (39%)

Result differed from 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.

GrimsbyHalf-time:10Accrington ST
6Shots14
6Shots on target7

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
11/02/26Grimsby1–0Accrington ST1.81/3.60/3.90
23/08/25Accrington ST1–1Grimsby3.35/3.26/2.17
01/01/25Accrington ST3–2Grimsby2.39/3.35/2.87
03/12/24Grimsby5–2Accrington ST2.47/3.32/2.85
03/02/24Accrington ST0–0Grimsby2.02/3.73/3.41
14/10/23Grimsby0–2Accrington ST2.13/3.48/3.42
30/12/17Grimsby0–3Accrington ST2.63/3.38/2.71
12/09/17Accrington ST1–2Grimsby1.87/3.70/4.33
26/12/16Grimsby2–0Accrington ST2.76/3.43/2.54
25/03/17Accrington ST1–1Grimsby1.92/3.46/4.46

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: Grimsby

W 223D 181L 277
Over 2.548
Goals scored792

Away Record: Accrington ST

W 247D 171L 272
Over 2.550
Goals scored885

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026