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Accrington St vs Morecambe

The Crown Ground, Accrington6 March 2018 at 19:45
Referee: Eddie Ilderton

Match Events

Accrington ST
Morecambe
Kick Off
B. Kee

Penalty

45+2′
Half Time
57′
A. WildigC. Lang
61′
A. KenyonA. Fleming
Scott Brown63′
Kayden Jackson67′
73′Michael Rose
74′
A. McGurkG. Thompson
85′Steven Old
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Accrington ST have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by S. Conneely (1G). Morecambe'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 4 defenders rated — on average, against Morecambe'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 4 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus Morecambe'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 1 for Morecambe 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 72% for Accrington ST and —% for Morecambe. 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 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Morecambe. 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 37.0 (youngest: S. Conneely (37), oldest: S. Conneely (37)), while Morecambe 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 35 league appearances each, versus 0 for Morecambe. 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 STPosition StrengthMorecambe
6.82
Avg Rating
6.82Midfielder (4 v 5)
1G 0A0G 0A
Accrington ST
1GoalkeeperA. Chapman
3DefenderM. Hughes
4DefenderJ. Donacien
2DefenderJ. Dunne
26DefenderC. Johnson
28MidfielderS. Conneely6.81G
8MidfielderS. Brown
11MidfielderS. McConville
7MidfielderJ. Clark
29ForwardB. Kee
10ForwardK. Jackson
Morecambe
1GoalkeeperB. Roche
5DefenderS. Old
6DefenderD. Winnard
14DefenderL. Conlan
2DefenderA. McGowan
24MidfielderM. Rose
11MidfielderK. Ellison
15MidfielderA. Wildig
21MidfielderG. Wylde
4MidfielderA. Kenyon
28ForwardA. McGurk

Match Summary

Accrington ST defeated Morecambe 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by B. Kee 45′ (pen.). 4 yellow cards were shown. Accrington ST made 0 substitutions, Morecambe made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Accrington ST vs Morecambe Head to Head Results

22 stretnutí
Accrington ST
9
wins
Drawn
7
Morecambe
6
wins
Total goals
65 · 3.0/match
Both scored
16/22 · 73%
Over 2.5
13/22 · 59%

Recent Form

Accrington ST

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Morecambe

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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 ST4wins
2draws10 meetings
Morecambe4wins

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

60%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (40%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (51%) — the odds may underestimate Morecambe.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.1%

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 53.9%Draw 27.7%Away 22.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.803.504.35
Max1.923.754.50
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 market50.6%27.1%22.3%
Public market52.5%25.9%21.6%
Δ1.9%1.2%0.7%

Accrington ST vs Morecambe — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Accrington ST
Result vs. Market: Accrington ST (54%)

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:10Morecambe
13Shots11
5Shots 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
15/02/25Morecambe2–0Accrington ST2.39/3.27/2.94
05/10/24Accrington ST2–1Morecambe2.04/3.48/3.49
29/03/24Accrington ST1–2Morecambe2.10/3.62/3.21
03/10/23Morecambe1–1Accrington ST2.53/3.42/2.72
06/03/18Accrington ST1–0Morecambe1.86/3.61/4.45
02/09/17Morecambe1–2Accrington ST3.43/3.58/2.14
27/08/16Accrington ST2–3Morecambe1.88/3.59/4.20
21/03/17Morecambe1–2Accrington ST3.66/3.43/2.06
15/08/15Morecambe1–0Accrington ST2.26/3.40/3.33
16/04/16Accrington ST2–2Morecambe1.55/4.29/6.39

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: Morecambe

W 229D 196L 302
Over 2.550
Goals scored890

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026