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Grimsby vs Crawley Town

Blundell Park, Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire29 December 2019 at 15:00
11
Referee: O. Yates

Match Events

Grimsby
Crawley Town
Kick Off
J. Hessenthaler

assist: M. Wright

2′
Liam Gibson25′
37′
A. Nadesan

assist: N. Ferguson

43′Beryly Lubala
Half Time
M. GreenA. Rose
46′
57′
Panutche CamaráD. Sesay
Luke Hendrie59′
Harry Clifton62′
M. WrightM. Ogbu
68′
77′
B. LubalaA. Nathaniel-George
H. CliftonJ. Cook
82′
85′
D. BulmanG. Francomb
90′Joe McNerney
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
8Shots off Goal2
14Total Shots6
2Blocked Shots2
9Shots insidebox2
5Shots outsidebox4
11Fouls11
7Corner Kicks1
0Offsides0
55%Ball Possession45%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
389Total passes317
249Passes accurate187
64%Passes %59%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Grimsby is 7.05, compared to — for Crawley Town. 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 C. Vernam (7.05), while Crawley Town's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Grimsby have contributed 10 goals and 10 assists this season, led by C. Vernam (10G). Crawley Town'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

Grimsby deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Crawley Town'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

Grimsby field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Crawley Town'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

Grimsby start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.05, compared to 2 for Crawley Town 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 75% for Grimsby and —% for Crawley Town. 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 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Crawley Town. 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 29.0 (youngest: C. Vernam (29), oldest: C. Vernam (29)), while Crawley Town 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

Grimsby's starters average 40 league appearances each, versus 0 for Crawley Town. 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.

Grimsby4-3-34-4-2Crawley Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McKeown6Waterfa.4Davis2Hendrie3Gibson8Hessent.15Clifton18Vernam19Wright12Robson7Green1Morris2Young5McNerney19Tunnicl.21Bulman3Doherty12Ferguson28Camará9Palmer10Nadesan30Lubala

Substitutes

Coach: A. Limbrick

Substitutes

Coach: J. Yems

GrimsbyPosition StrengthCrawley Town
7.05
Avg Rating
7.05Forward (3 v 2)
10G 10A0G 0A
Grimsby4-3-3
1GoalkeeperJ. McKeown
6DefenderL. Waterfall
4DefenderH. Davis
2DefenderL. Hendrie
3DefenderL. Gibson
8MidfielderJ. Hessenthaler
15MidfielderH. Clifton
12MidfielderE. Robson
18ForwardC. Vernam7.010G10A
19ForwardM. Wright
7ForwardM. Green
Crawley Town4-4-2
1GoalkeeperG. Morris
2DefenderL. Young
5DefenderJ. McNerney
19DefenderJ. Tunnicliffe
3DefenderJ. Doherty
21MidfielderD. Bulman
12MidfielderN. Ferguson
28MidfielderPanutche Camará
30MidfielderB. Lubala
9ForwardO. Palmer
10ForwardA. Nadesan

Match Summary

Grimsby and Crawley Town drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2019. Goals were scored by J. Hessenthaler 2′, A. Nadesan 37′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Grimsby had 55% possession while Crawley Town held 45%. Grimsby had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for Crawley Town. Grimsby made 3 substitutions, Crawley Town made 3.

Rivalry since 2016

Grimsby vs Crawley Town Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
Grimsby
6
wins
Drawn
3
Crawley Town
6
wins
Total goals
42 · 2.8/match
Both scored
8/15 · 53%
Over 2.5
9/15 · 60%

Recent Form

Grimsby

DWWWLW

Crawley Town

DDDLLW

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.

Grimsby5wins
2draws10 meetings
Crawley Town3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (43%) — the odds may underestimate Grimsby.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.3%

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 43.7%Draw 29.9%Away 30.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.253.303.20
Max2.353.403.35
Over 2.5: 48.3%Under 2.5: 58.1%
Market favourite:Grimsby · 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 market42.5%28.8%28.7%
Public market41.4%28.6%30.0%
Δ1.1%0.1%1.3%

Grimsby vs Crawley Town — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Grimsby (44%)

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:11Crawley Town
14Shots6
4Shots on target2

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
06/04/26Crawley Town0–2Grimsby3.10/3.40/2.15
02/08/25Grimsby3–0Crawley Town2.01/3.65/3.36
27/04/24Crawley Town2–0Grimsby1.70/4.01/4.63
23/09/23Grimsby2–3Crawley Town1.99/3.46/3.60
28/03/23Crawley Town1–1Grimsby2.66/3.27/2.65
08/10/22Grimsby3–0Crawley Town1.74/3.76/4.76
23/02/21Grimsby2–1Crawley Town2.74/3.29/2.61
24/11/20Crawley Town1–2Grimsby2.06/3.38/3.65
25/01/20Crawley Town3–2Grimsby2.12/3.25/3.79
29/12/19Grimsby1–1Crawley Town2.29/3.35/3.27

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: Crawley Town

W 164D 128L 205
Over 2.553
Goals scored611

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026