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Crewe vs Stevenage

Alexandra Stadium, Crewe, Cheshire7 March 2020 at 15:00
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Referee: A. Haines

Match Events

Crewe
Stevenage
Kick Off
C. Porter

assist: J. Jones

15′
37′
J. CassidyC. Mackail-Smith
Half Time
57′Charlie Lakin
59′
D. ParrettB. Kennedy
C. Kirk

assist: R. Wintle

63′
R. Wintle

assist: H. Pickering

67′
71′
E. ListC. Carroll
75′Craig Mackail-Smith
C. KirkO. Dale
77′
J. JonesO. Finney
78′
C. PorterC. Anene
80′
90′
C. Carter

assist: C. Mackail-Smith

Full Time

Match Statistics

9Shots on Goal2
4Shots off Goal4
17Total Shots10
4Blocked Shots4
12Shots insidebox3
5Shots outsidebox7
3Fouls10
9Corner Kicks1
2Offsides1
64%Ball Possession36%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves6
558Total passes306
444Passes accurate191
80%Passes %62%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Crewe is —, compared to 6.73 for Stevenage. 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. Crewe's highest-rated starter is —, while Stevenage's best-rated player is L. Wildin (6.78).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Crewe have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Stevenage's starters account for 8 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by D. Kemp (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Crewe deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Stevenage's 4-man backline averaging 6.78. 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

Crewe field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Stevenage'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

Crewe start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Stevenage averaging 6.68. 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 Crewe and 70% for Stevenage. 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

Crewe's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Stevenage. 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 Crewe's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Stevenage average 27.0 (youngest: D. Kemp (26), oldest: L. Wildin (28)). 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

Crewe's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 38 for Stevenage. 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.

Crewe4-3-34-3-3Stevenage
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Jääskel.28Notting.2Ng3Pickeri.8Jones4Wintle11Ainley10Kirk21Offord9Porter7Powell1Farman31Nugent2Wildin18Parrett4Digby42Kemp34List7Carter32Lakin20Cassidy39Leesley

Substitutes

Coach: D. Artell

Substitutes

Coach: G. Westley

CrewePosition StrengthStevenage
Avg Rating
6.73
Defender (4 v 4)6.78
0G 0A1G 2A
Forward (3 v 3)6.68
0G 0A7G 4A
Crewe4-3-3
1GoalkeeperW. Jääskeläinen
28DefenderM. Nottingham
2DefenderP. Ng
3DefenderH. Pickering
21DefenderL. Offord
8MidfielderJ. Jones
4MidfielderR. Wintle
11MidfielderC. Ainley
10ForwardC. Kirk
9ForwardC. Porter
7ForwardD. Powell
Stevenage4-3-3
1GoalkeeperP. Farman
31DefenderB. Nugent
2DefenderL. Wildin6.81G2A
4DefenderP. Digby
39DefenderJ. Leesley
18MidfielderD. Parrett
7MidfielderC. Carter
32MidfielderC. Lakin
42ForwardD. Kemp6.77G4A
34ForwardE. List
20ForwardJ. Cassidy

Match Summary

Crewe defeated Stevenage 3:1. The match was played in League Two 2019. Goals were scored by C. Porter 15′, C. Kirk 63′, R. Wintle 67′, C. Carter 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Crewe had 64% possession while Stevenage held 36%. Crewe had 17 shots (9 on target) compared to 10 (2 on target) for Stevenage. Crewe made 3 substitutions, Stevenage made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Crewe vs Stevenage Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Crewe
5
wins
Drawn
2
Stevenage
6
wins
Total goals
34 · 2.6/match
Both scored
7/13 · 54%
Over 2.5
8/13 · 62%

Recent Form

Crewe

DLLLWL

Stevenage

WDWDLW

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

Crewe dominates

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

Crewe6wins
1draws10 meetings
Stevenage3wins

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

60%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 5.3%

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 69.8%Draw 22.0%Away 13.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.424.507.00
Max1.454.667.63
Over 2.5: 58.8%Under 2.5: 47.6%
Market favourite:Crewe · Heavy 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 market66.9%20.5%12.5%
Public market65.4%21.1%13.5%
Δ1.5%0.5%1.0%

Crewe vs Stevenage — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Crewe
Result vs. Market: Crewe (70%)

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.

CreweHalf-time:10Stevenage
17Shots10
9Shots 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
14/03/23Stevenage1–0Crewe1.39/4.51/8.65
03/09/22Crewe1–2Stevenage3.01/3.25/2.43
07/03/20Crewe3–1Stevenage1.43/4.55/7.38
21/12/19Stevenage1–5Crewe3.49/3.38/2.17
29/12/18Crewe1–0Stevenage2.15/3.29/3.55
20/10/18Stevenage0–1Crewe1.94/3.57/4.03
10/03/18Stevenage2–2Crewe2.21/3.45/3.37
07/10/17Crewe1–0Stevenage3.17/3.40/2.34
06/08/16Stevenage1–2Crewe2.39/3.34/3.14
25/02/17Crewe1–2Stevenage2.75/3.29/2.71

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: Crewe

W 190D 125L 182
Over 2.551
Goals scored699

Away Record: Stevenage

W 155D 130L 165
Over 2.544
Goals scored533

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026