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Accrington St vs Cheltenham

The Crown Ground, Accrington23 September 2017 at 15:00
Referee: Andy Haines

Match Events

Accrington ST
Cheltenham
Kick Off
37′
M. Eisa

assist: H. Pell

K. Jackson

assist: J. Clark

39′
Half Time
K. JacksonM. Wilks
56′
64′
B. GrahamD. Wright
64′
M. EisaF. Hinds
J. ClarkM. Leacock-McLeod
76′
76′
N. AtanganaJ. Sellars
Tyler Hornby Forbes82′
86′Jordan Cranston
S. ConneelyS. Brown
86′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal5
7Shots off Goal3
12Total Shots10
1Blocked Shots2
6Shots insidebox7
6Shots outsidebox3
7Fouls13
4Corner Kicks6
2Offsides2
57%Ball Possession43%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves3
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Accrington ST is 6.94, compared to 5.87 for Cheltenham. 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 Cheltenham's best-rated player is H. Pell (5.87).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Accrington ST have contributed 3 goals and 0 assists this season, led by F. Rawson (2G). Cheltenham'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 3 defenders rated 7.05 on average, against Cheltenham's 4-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 5 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus Cheltenham's 4 rated 5.87. 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 Cheltenham 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 58% for Cheltenham. 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 1 for Cheltenham. 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 Cheltenham average 34.0 (youngest: H. Pell (34), oldest: H. Pell (34)). 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 3 for Cheltenham. 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 ST4-4-24-3-3Cheltenham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Chapman3Hughes28Conneely4Donacien6Nolan27Rawson2Hornby-.11McConvi.29Kee7Clark10Jackson24Flinders2Grimes3Cranston28Moore8Dawson7Pell11Winches.6Atangana25Morrell21Graham20Eisa

Substitutes

Coach: J. Coleman

Substitutes

Coach: G. Johnson

Accrington STPosition StrengthCheltenham
6.94
Avg Rating
5.87
7.05Defender (3 v 4)
2G 0A0G 0A
6.82Midfielder (5 v 4)5.87
1G 0A0G 0A
Accrington ST4-4-2
1GoalkeeperA. Chapman
3DefenderM. Hughes
4DefenderJ. Donacien
27DefenderF. Rawson7.02G
28MidfielderS. Conneely6.81G
6MidfielderL. Nolan
2MidfielderT. Hornby-Forbes
11MidfielderS. McConville
7MidfielderJ. Clark
29ForwardB. Kee
10ForwardK. Jackson
Cheltenham4-3-3
24GoalkeeperS. Flinders
2DefenderJ. Grimes
3DefenderJ. Cranston
28DefenderT. Moore
11DefenderC. Winchester
8MidfielderK. Dawson
7MidfielderH. Pell5.9
6MidfielderN. Atangana
25MidfielderJ. Morrell
21ForwardB. Graham
20ForwardM. Eisa

Match Summary

Accrington ST and Cheltenham drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by M. Eisa 37′, K. Jackson 39′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Accrington ST had 57% possession while Cheltenham held 43%. Accrington ST had 12 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for Cheltenham. Accrington ST made 3 substitutions, Cheltenham made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Accrington ST vs Cheltenham Head to Head Results

20 stretnutí
Accrington ST
6
wins
Drawn
6
Cheltenham
8
wins
Total goals
51 · 2.5/match
Both scored
10/20 · 50%
Over 2.5
10/20 · 50%

Recent Form

Accrington ST

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Cheltenham

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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
Cheltenham4wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.2

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (44%) — the odds may underestimate Cheltenham.

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 45.2%Draw 26.0%Away 32.4%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.203.603.00
Max2.234.023.20
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 market43.7%24.3%32.0%
Public market44.4%25.1%30.5%
Δ0.7%0.8%1.5%

Accrington ST vs Cheltenham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Accrington ST (45%)

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:11Cheltenham
12Shots10
4Shots 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
31/01/26Accrington ST3–1Cheltenham1.86/3.40/4.00
06/09/25Cheltenham1–0Accrington ST2.40/3.52/2.68
28/01/25Accrington ST0–0Cheltenham2.10/3.30/3.53
01/10/24Cheltenham2–1Accrington ST2.26/3.37/3.18
13/01/18Cheltenham0–2Accrington ST2.48/3.35/3.00
23/09/17Accrington ST1–1Cheltenham2.21/3.84/3.08
08/10/16Accrington ST1–1Cheltenham2.23/3.35/3.46
14/01/17Cheltenham3–0Accrington ST2.94/3.36/2.51
16/08/14Cheltenham2–1Accrington ST2.09/3.34/3.83
20/02/15Accrington ST1–1Cheltenham2.14/3.38/3.62

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: Cheltenham

W 234D 194L 252
Over 2.545
Goals scored842

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026