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Grimsby vs Cheltenham

Blundell Park, Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire26 November 2019 at 19:45
00
Referee: C. Pollard

Match Events

Grimsby
Cheltenham
Kick Off
Elliott Whitehouse37′
Half Time
46′
C. ClementsS. Long
56′
G. ReillyA. Addai
J. HansonM. Ogbu
61′
Harry Davis72′
E. WhitehouseE. Robson
75′
A. RoseH. Cardwell
86′
86′
R. ReidM. Sheaf
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal1
5Shots off Goal4
15Total Shots7
2Blocked Shots2
11Shots insidebox4
4Shots outsidebox3
13Fouls14
6Corner Kicks3
1Offsides1
50%Ball Possession50%
2Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves8
428Total passes419
318Passes accurate304
74%Passes %73%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Defensive Solidity

Grimsby deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Cheltenham's 2-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

Grimsby field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Cheltenham's 6 rated 6.56. 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

Grimsby start 3 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 —% for Grimsby and 73% 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

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

Grimsby's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 30 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.

Grimsby4-3-33-5-2Cheltenham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McKeown6Waterfa.4Davis22Hewitt3Gibson10Whiteho.8Hessent.15Clifton7Green9Hanson14Rose1Flinders4Tozer3Hussey15Boyle26Greaves8Clements7Thomas21Doyle-H.11Broom9Reid20Reilly

Substitutes

Coach: A. Limbrick

Substitutes

Coach: M. Duff

GrimsbyPosition StrengthCheltenham
Avg Rating
6.56
Midfielder (3 v 6)6.56
0G 0A0G 0A
Grimsby4-3-3
1GoalkeeperJ. McKeown
6DefenderL. Waterfall
4DefenderH. Davis
22DefenderE. Hewitt
3DefenderL. Gibson
10MidfielderE. Whitehouse
8MidfielderJ. Hessenthaler
15MidfielderH. Clifton
7ForwardM. Green
9ForwardJ. Hanson
14ForwardA. Rose
Cheltenham3-5-2
1GoalkeeperS. Flinders
4DefenderB. Tozer
15DefenderW. Boyle
3MidfielderC. Hussey
26MidfielderJ. Greaves
8MidfielderC. Clements
7MidfielderC. Thomas
21MidfielderJ. Doyle-Hayes
11MidfielderR. Broom6.6
9ForwardR. Reid
20ForwardG. Reilly

Match Summary

Grimsby and Cheltenham drew 0:0. The match was played in League Two 2019. 2 yellow cards were shown. Grimsby had 50% possession while Cheltenham held 50%. Grimsby had 15 shots (8 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for Cheltenham. Grimsby made 3 substitutions, Cheltenham made 3.

Rivalry since 2015

Grimsby vs Cheltenham Head to Head Results

14 stretnutí
Grimsby
6
wins
Drawn
3
Cheltenham
5
wins
Total goals
43 · 3.1/match
Both scored
10/14 · 71%
Over 2.5
7/14 · 50%

Recent Form

Grimsby

DWWWLW

Cheltenham

LLLWWW

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

Grimsby dominates

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

Grimsby6wins
3draws10 meetings
Cheltenham1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.2

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (35%) — the odds may underestimate Grimsby.

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 36.5%Draw 30.2%Away 37.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.703.252.62
Max2.783.402.75
Over 2.5: 46.5%Under 2.5: 60.2%
Market favourite: · Even contest

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 market34.7%29.5%35.8%
Public market35.6%28.8%35.6%

Grimsby vs Cheltenham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Cheltenham (37%)

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.

GrimsbyHalf-time:00Cheltenham
15Shots7
8Shots 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
24/01/26Cheltenham0–2Grimsby3.80/3.40/1.91
27/09/25Grimsby7–1Cheltenham1.42/4.45/6.50
01/03/25Cheltenham1–1Grimsby2.39/3.27/2.93
17/08/24Grimsby3–2Cheltenham2.44/3.31/2.86
05/04/21Grimsby1–1Cheltenham4.47/3.50/1.82
13/10/20Cheltenham1–3Grimsby1.73/3.84/4.59
26/11/19Grimsby0–0Cheltenham2.74/3.31/2.69
16/02/19Grimsby1–0Cheltenham2.22/3.55/3.18
08/12/18Cheltenham2–1Grimsby2.18/3.30/3.57
17/10/17Cheltenham2–3Grimsby2.01/3.62/3.82

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: Grimsby

W 223D 181L 277
Over 2.548
Goals scored792

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