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Crewe vs Accrington St

Alexandra Stadium, Crewe21 October 2017 at 15:00
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Referee: Anthony Backhouse

Match Events

Crewe
Accrington ST
Kick Off
Michael Raynes2′
3′
B. Kee

Penalty

11′
J. Clark
Half Time
C. GrantB. Walker
60′
Z. BakayogoH. Pickering
61′
C. AinleyO. Dale
73′
75′
K. JacksonM. Wilks
77′Seamus Conneely
Michael Raynes83′
Michael Raynes83′
Tom Lowery86′
87′
S. McConvilleC. Johnson
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal4
6Shots off Goal4
12Total Shots11
3Blocked Shots3
6Shots insidebox7
6Shots outsidebox4
9Fouls10
6Corner Kicks2
1Offsides2
55%Ball Possession45%
3Yellow Cards1
1Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Crewe 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.

Defensive Solidity

Crewe deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Accrington ST's 5-man backline averaging 6.82. 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

Crewe field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Accrington ST's 3 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

Crewe start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Accrington ST 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 —% for Crewe 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

Crewe'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 Crewe'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

Crewe'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.

Crewe4-4-24-1-3-2Accrington ST
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Richards12Nolan6Raynes3Bakayogo2Ng28Grant11Cooper14Ainley16Lowery7Porter10Bowery1Chapman3Hughes28Conneely5Richard.4Donacien6Nolan12Thornil.11McConvi.29Kee7Clark10Jackson

Substitutes

Coach: D. Artell

Substitutes

Coach: J. Coleman

CrewePosition StrengthAccrington ST
Avg Rating
6.82
Defender (4 v 5)6.82
0G 0A1G 0A
Crewe4-4-2
13GoalkeeperD. Richards
12DefenderE. Nolan
6DefenderM. Raynes
3DefenderZ. Bakayogo
2DefenderP. Ng
28MidfielderC. Grant
11MidfielderG. Cooper
14MidfielderC. Ainley
16MidfielderT. Lowery
7ForwardC. Porter
10ForwardJ. Bowery
Accrington ST4-1-3-2
1GoalkeeperA. Chapman
3DefenderM. Hughes
28DefenderS. Conneely6.81G
5DefenderB. Richards-Everton
4DefenderJ. Donacien
6DefenderL. Nolan
12MidfielderJ. Thorniley
11MidfielderS. McConville
10MidfielderK. Jackson
29ForwardB. Kee
7ForwardJ. Clark

Match Summary

Accrington ST defeated Crewe 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by B. Kee 3′ (pen.), J. Clark 11′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Crewe had 55% possession while Accrington ST held 45%. Crewe had 12 shots (3 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for Accrington ST. Crewe made 3 substitutions, Accrington ST made 2.

Rivalry since 2011

Crewe vs Accrington ST Head to Head Results

18 stretnutí
Crewe
8
wins
Drawn
2
Accrington ST
8
wins
Total goals
38 · 2.1/match
Both scored
3/18 · 17%
Over 2.5
4/18 · 22%

Recent Form

Crewe

DLLLWL

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

Accrington ST dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Crewe2wins
2draws10 meetings
Accrington ST6wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.1

Average goals per game

20%

Games with 3+ goals

20%

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 31.5%Draw 29.0%Away 43.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.103.102.27
Max3.233.642.40
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 market30.2%26.8%43.0%
Public market30.4%27.0%42.5%

Crewe vs Accrington ST — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Accrington ST
Result vs. Market: Accrington ST (43%)

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.

CreweHalf-time:02Accrington ST
12Shots11
3Shots 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
03/04/26Accrington ST2–0Crewe3.40/3.20/2.10
09/08/25Crewe2–0Accrington ST2.12/3.25/3.50
25/01/25Crewe0–1Accrington ST1.89/3.48/4.06
14/09/24Accrington ST0–1Crewe2.32/3.47/2.93
06/04/24Accrington ST0–0Crewe2.67/3.55/2.51
16/12/23Crewe3–3Accrington ST2.55/3.61/2.58
13/02/18Accrington ST1–0Crewe1.70/3.96/4.95
21/10/17Crewe0–2Accrington ST3.18/3.45/2.32
31/12/16Crewe0–1Accrington ST3.39/3.35/2.26
08/04/17Accrington ST3–2Crewe1.95/3.64/4.01

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: Crewe

W 190D 125L 182
Over 2.551
Goals scored699

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