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Accrington St vs Carlisle

The Crown Ground, Accrington9 September 2017 at 15:00
Referee: David Webb

Match Events

Accrington ST
Carlisle
Kick Off
B. Kee

assist: M. Hughes

17′
42′Tom Miller
S. McConville
43′
Half Time
46′
T. MillerG. Liddle
46′
R. BennettS. Miller
S. McConville

assist: L. Nolan

57′
66′
T. ParkesJ. Kennedy
B. KeeM. Wilks
67′
J. ClarkT. Hornby-Forbes
71′
K. JacksonS. Brown
81′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal5
5Shots off Goal3
13Total Shots12
3Blocked Shots4
5Shots insidebox6
8Shots outsidebox6
3Fouls9
1Corner Kicks7
1Offsides3
48%Ball Possession52%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves2
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Accrington ST is 6.94, compared to — for Carlisle. 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. Accrington ST's highest-rated starter is F. Rawson (7.05), while Carlisle's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Accrington ST have contributed 3 goals and 0 assists this season, led by F. Rawson (2G). Carlisle'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.

Defensive Solidity

Accrington ST deploy 5 defenders rated 6.94 on average, against Carlisle's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Accrington ST field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Carlisle's 5 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.

Forward Threat

Accrington ST start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Carlisle averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 69% for Accrington ST and —% for Carlisle. 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

Accrington ST's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Carlisle. 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 Accrington ST's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: F. Rawson (29), oldest: S. Conneely (37)), while Carlisle 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

Accrington ST's starters average 34 league appearances each, versus 0 for Carlisle. 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.

Accrington ST4-4-24-4-2Carlisle
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Chapman3Hughes28Conneely4Donacien6Nolan27Rawson12Thornil.11McConvi.29Kee7Clark10Jackson1Bonham3Grainger16Ellis2Miller6Parkes8Jones4Joyce10Adams19Lambe9Hope14Bennett

Substitutes

Coach: J. Coleman

Substitutes

Coach: K. Curle

Accrington STPosition StrengthCarlisle
6.94
Avg Rating
6.94Defender (5 v 3)
3G 0A0G 0A
Accrington ST4-4-2
1GoalkeeperA. Chapman
3DefenderM. Hughes
28DefenderS. Conneely6.81G
4DefenderJ. Donacien
6DefenderL. Nolan
27DefenderF. Rawson7.02G
12MidfielderJ. Thorniley
11MidfielderS. McConville
10MidfielderK. Jackson
29ForwardB. Kee
7ForwardJ. Clark
Carlisle4-4-2
1GoalkeeperJ. Bonham
3DefenderD. Grainger
16DefenderM. Ellis
6DefenderT. Parkes
2MidfielderT. Miller
8MidfielderM. Jones
4MidfielderL. Joyce
10MidfielderN. Adams
19MidfielderR. Lambe
9ForwardH. Hope
14ForwardR. Bennett

Match Summary

Accrington ST defeated Carlisle 3:0. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by B. Kee 17′, S. McConville 43′, S. McConville 57′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Accrington ST had 48% possession while Carlisle held 52%. Accrington ST had 13 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (5 on target) for Carlisle. Accrington ST made 3 substitutions, Carlisle made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Accrington ST vs Carlisle Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Accrington ST
3
wins
Drawn
4
Carlisle
6
wins
Total goals
33 · 2.5/match
Both scored
9/13 · 69%
Over 2.5
5/13 · 38%

Recent Form

Accrington ST

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Carlisle

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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.

Accrington ST2wins
4draws10 meetings
Carlisle4wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.5

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 3.8%

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 44.7%Draw 28.2%Away 30.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.203.403.15
Max2.313.643.40
Market favourite:Accrington ST · 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 market42.2%26.8%31.0%
Public market44.3%27.1%28.7%
Δ2.1%0.3%2.3%

Accrington ST vs Carlisle — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Accrington ST
Result vs. Market: Accrington ST (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.

Accrington STHalf-time:20Carlisle
13Shots12
5Shots 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
21/04/25Accrington ST1–1Carlisle2.32/3.28/3.03
29/12/24Carlisle2–1Accrington ST2.20/3.38/3.15
26/12/17Carlisle3–1Accrington ST2.46/3.43/2.95
09/09/17Accrington ST3–0Carlisle2.24/3.55/3.25
03/09/16Carlisle1–1Accrington ST2.01/3.43/4.03
21/01/17Accrington ST1–1Carlisle2.54/3.41/2.88
06/02/16Carlisle2–0Accrington ST3.10/3.42/2.37
16/02/16Accrington ST1–1Carlisle1.99/3.67/3.80
15/11/14Carlisle1–0Accrington ST2.20/3.45/3.41
06/04/15Accrington ST3–1Carlisle2.27/3.42/3.28

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: Accrington ST

W 247D 171L 272
Over 2.550
Goals scored885

Away Record: Carlisle

W 183D 139L 175
Over 2.549
Goals scored653

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026