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Accrington St vs Grimsby

The Crown Ground, Accrington12 September 2017 at 19:45

Match Events

Accrington ST
Grimsby
Kick Off
12′Ben Davies
43′
S. Jones

assist: B. Davies

K. Jackson

assist: J. Clark

45′
Half Time
B. KeeM. Wilks
46′
47′
M. Woolford

assist: S. Jones

57′Jamille Matt
59′
M. RoseL. Summerfield
J. ThornileyT. Hornby-Forbes
61′
Mark Hughes65′
75′
S. DembeleD. Jaiyesimi
82′
J. MattS. Vernon
S. ConneelyS. Brown
87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal3
6Shots off Goal4
16Total Shots7
3Blocked Shots0
10Shots insidebox4
6Shots outsidebox3
8Fouls19
7Corner Kicks5
1Offsides2
55%Ball Possession45%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves5
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Accrington ST is 6.94, compared to — for Grimsby. 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 Grimsby'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). Grimsby'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 Grimsby'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 Grimsby's 6 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 1 for Grimsby 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 Grimsby. 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 Grimsby. 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 Grimsby 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 Grimsby. 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 ST4-4-24-4-2Grimsby
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Chapman3Hughes28Conneely4Donacien6Nolan27Rawson12Thornil.11McConvi.29Kee7Clark10Jackson1McKeown6Collins3Dixon5Clarke25Woolford2Davies7Berrett8Rose10Jones27Dembele29Matt

Substitutes

Coach: J. Coleman

Substitutes

Coach: R. Slade

Accrington STPosition StrengthGrimsby
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
Grimsby4-4-2
1GoalkeeperJ. McKeown
6DefenderD. Collins
3DefenderP. Dixon
5DefenderN. Clarke
25MidfielderM. Woolford
2MidfielderB. Davies
7MidfielderJ. Berrett
8MidfielderM. Rose
10MidfielderS. Jones
27MidfielderS. Dembele
29ForwardJ. Matt

Match Summary

Grimsby defeated Accrington ST 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by S. Jones 43′, K. Jackson 45′, M. Woolford 47′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Accrington ST had 55% possession while Grimsby held 45%. Accrington ST had 16 shots (7 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for Grimsby. Accrington ST made 3 substitutions, Grimsby made 3.

Rivalry since 2016

Accrington ST vs Grimsby Head to Head Results

10 stretnutí
Accrington ST
4
wins
Drawn
3
Grimsby
3
wins
Total goals
25 · 2.5/match
Both scored
4/10 · 40%
Over 2.5
3/10 · 30%

Recent Form

Accrington ST

LDDLLL

Grimsby

DWWWLW

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 ST3wins
3draws10 meetings
Grimsby4wins

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 (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (53%) — the odds may underestimate Grimsby.

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 53.5%Draw 27.1%Away 23.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.853.504.00
Max1.913.844.50
Market favourite:Accrington ST · 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 market52.8%25.4%21.8%
Public market52.5%25.9%21.6%

Accrington ST vs Grimsby — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Grimsby
Result vs. Market: Accrington ST (53%)

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.

Accrington STHalf-time:11Grimsby
16Shots7
7Shots on target3

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: Accrington ST

W 247D 171L 272
Over 2.550
Goals scored885

Away Record: Grimsby

W 223D 181L 277
Over 2.548
Goals scored792

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026