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Cheltenham vs Macclesfield

Jonny-Rocks Stadium, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire22 October 2019 at 19:45
Referee: B. Huxtable

Match Events

Cheltenham
Macclesfield
Kick Off
L. Varney

assist: R. Broom

45′
Half Time
58′Theodore Archibald
C. Thomas
59′
68′
A. GnahouaV. Gomis
L. VarneyJ. Smith
71′
R. Broom

assist: J. Smith

76′
G. ReillyA. Addai
77′
R. BroomR. Ince
87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal1
7Shots off Goal1
14Total Shots4
3Blocked Shots2
10Shots insidebox1
4Shots outsidebox3
4Fouls12
2Corner Kicks3
3Offsides4
61%Ball Possession39%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves1
587Total passes382
454Passes accurate255
77%Passes %67%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Cheltenham is 6.56, compared to — for Macclesfield. 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. Cheltenham's highest-rated starter is R. Broom (6.56), while Macclesfield's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Cheltenham deploy 2 defenders rated — on average, against Macclesfield'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

Cheltenham field 6 midfielders averaging 6.56, versus Macclesfield's 4 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

Cheltenham start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Macclesfield 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 73% for Cheltenham and —% for Macclesfield. 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

Cheltenham's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Macclesfield. 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 Cheltenham's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: R. Broom (29), oldest: R. Broom (29)), while Macclesfield 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

Cheltenham's starters average 30 league appearances each, versus 0 for Macclesfield. 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.

Cheltenham3-5-23-4-1-2Macclesfield
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Flinders4Tozer3Hussey5Raglan2Long26Greaves7Thomas21Doyle-H.11Broom32Varney20Reilly1Evans5Kelleher16O'Keefe6Vassell12Welch-H.4McCourt20Osadebe11Archiba.14Kirby7Gnahoua9Ironside

Substitutes

Coach: M. Duff

Substitutes

Coach: D. McMahon

CheltenhamPosition StrengthMacclesfield
6.56
Avg Rating
6.56Midfielder (6 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Cheltenham3-5-2
1GoalkeeperS. Flinders
4DefenderB. Tozer
5DefenderC. Raglan
3MidfielderC. Hussey
2MidfielderS. Long
26MidfielderJ. Greaves
7MidfielderC. Thomas
21MidfielderJ. Doyle-Hayes
11MidfielderR. Broom6.6
32ForwardL. Varney
20ForwardG. Reilly
Macclesfield3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperO. Evans
5DefenderF. Kelleher
6DefenderT. Vassell
12DefenderM. Welch-Hayes
16MidfielderC. O'Keefe
4MidfielderJ. McCourt
11MidfielderT. Archibald
14MidfielderC. Kirby
20ForwardE. Osadebe
7ForwardA. Gnahoua
9ForwardJ. Ironside

Match Summary

Cheltenham defeated Macclesfield 3:0. The match was played in League Two 2019. Goals were scored by L. Varney 45′, C. Thomas 59′, R. Broom 76′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Cheltenham had 61% possession while Macclesfield held 39%. Cheltenham had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 4 (1 on target) for Macclesfield. Cheltenham made 3 substitutions, Macclesfield made 1.

Rivalry since 2011

Cheltenham vs Macclesfield Head to Head Results

6 stretnutí
Cheltenham
5
wins
Drawn
1
Macclesfield
0
wins
Total goals
16 · 2.7/match
Both scored
3/6 · 50%
Over 2.5
2/6 · 33%

Recent Form

Cheltenham

LLLWWW

Macclesfield

LWLWLL

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

Cheltenham dominates

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

Cheltenham5wins
1draws9 meetings
Macclesfield3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.6

Average goals per game

44%

Games with 3+ goals

44%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (49%) — 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 51.5%Draw 28.7%Away 23.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.913.444.00
Max1.973.504.50
Over 2.5: 48.3%Under 2.5: 58.1%
Market favourite:Cheltenham · 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 market49.1%28.1%22.7%
Public market50.2%28.0%21.8%
Δ1.1%0.1%1.0%

Cheltenham vs Macclesfield — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Cheltenham
Result vs. Market: Cheltenham (51%)

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.

CheltenhamHalf-time:10Macclesfield
14Shots4
4Shots on target1

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
28/01/12Macclesfield1–3Cheltenham3.23/3.19/2.15
27/03/10Macclesfield1–0Cheltenham2.06/3.25/3.35
23/04/11Cheltenham0–1Macclesfield2.41/3.26/2.84
23/11/10Macclesfield0–2Cheltenham2.19/3.27/3.27
22/10/19Cheltenham3–0Macclesfield1.94/3.48/4.25
26/01/19Cheltenham3–2Macclesfield2.23/3.41/3.31
21/08/18Macclesfield1–1Cheltenham2.32/3.45/3.15
16/10/09Cheltenham1–2Macclesfield1.97/3.32/3.56
10/09/11Cheltenham2–0Macclesfield1.99/3.42/3.65

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: Cheltenham

W 234D 194L 252
Over 2.545
Goals scored842

Away Record: Macclesfield

W 121D 137L 193
Over 2.546
Goals scored494

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026