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Carlisle vs Luton

Brunton Park, Carlisle21 April 2018 at 15:00
11
Away

Luton

Referee: Sebastian Stockbridge

Match Events

Carlisle
Luton
Kick Off
D. Grainger

Penalty

13′
44′Daniel Potts
Mark Ellis45′
Half Time
62′
O. Lee
J. Campbell-RyceJ. O'Sullivan
63′
J. BrownT. Miller
72′
A. NadesanK. Twardek
72′
Danny Grainger77′
Mike David Jones90′
90+1′
A. McCormackJ. Mullins
90+2′
E. LeeF. Downes
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Carlisle is —, compared to 7.20 for Luton. 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. Carlisle's highest-rated starter is —, while Luton's best-rated player is J. Shea (7.20).

Defensive Solidity

Carlisle deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Luton'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

Carlisle field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Luton'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

Carlisle start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Luton 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.

Age & Experience

The average age of Carlisle's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Luton average 34.0 (youngest: J. Shea (34), oldest: J. Shea (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

Carlisle's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 20 for Luton. 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.

CarlislePosition StrengthLuton
Avg Rating
7.20
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.20
0G 0A0G 0A
Carlisle
1GoalkeeperJ. Bonham
3DefenderD. Grainger
29DefenderC. Hill
16DefenderM. Ellis
17DefenderJ. Brown
13MidfielderJ. Campbell-Ryce
8MidfielderM. Jones
4MidfielderL. Joyce
11MidfielderJ. Devitt
14ForwardR. Bennett
30ForwardA. Nadesan
Luton
36GoalkeeperJ. Shea7.2
44DefenderA. Sheehan
3DefenderD. Potts
16DefenderG. Rea
7DefenderJ. Stacey
4MidfielderA. McCormack
8MidfielderO. Lee
17MidfielderP. Ruddock
9ForwardD. Hylton
19ForwardJ. Collins
38ForwardE. Lee

Match Summary

Carlisle and Luton drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2017. Goals were scored by D. Grainger 13′ (pen.), O. Lee 62′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Carlisle made 3 substitutions, Luton made 2.

Rivalry since 2014

Carlisle vs Luton Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Carlisle
1
wins
Drawn
2
Luton
4
wins
Total goals
17 · 2.4/match
Both scored
3/7 · 43%
Over 2.5
3/7 · 43%

Recent Form

Carlisle

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Luton

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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.

Carlisle1wins
3draws8 meetings
Luton4wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.4

Average goals per game

38%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (20%) — the odds may underestimate Luton.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.9%

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 22.9%Draw 27.7%Away 53.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min4.003.501.84
Max4.763.701.91
Market favourite:Luton · 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 market20.4%26.8%52.8%
Public market22.5%26.3%51.2%
Δ2.1%0.5%1.6%

Carlisle vs Luton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Luton (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.

CarlisleHalf-time:10Luton
8Shots13
4Shots 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
21/04/18Carlisle1–1Luton4.36/3.61/1.88
21/11/17Luton3–0Carlisle1.67/4.24/5.00
10/12/16Luton1–1Carlisle2.44/3.44/3.00
14/03/17Carlisle0–0Luton3.41/3.54/2.17
24/11/15Luton3–4Carlisle1.97/3.67/3.92
19/04/16Carlisle1–2Luton2.42/3.39/3.04
09/08/14Carlisle0–1Luton2.81/3.30/2.64
14/02/15Luton1–0Carlisle1.92/3.44/4.47

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: Carlisle

W 183D 139L 175
Over 2.549
Goals scored653

Away Record: Luton

W 96D 67L 67
Over 2.546
Goals scored339

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026