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Forest Green vs Stevenage

The innocent New Lawn Stadium, Nailsworth, Gloucestershire17 October 2020 at 15:00
Referee: J. Bell

Match Events

Forest Green
Stevenage
Kick Off
J. Young

assist: A. Collins

23′
Liam Kitching45′
Half Time
49′Luke Prosser
67′
S. CuthbertA. Oteh
67′
R. HuttonB. Coker
J. RichardsonD. Bernard
72′
J. YoungJ. March
73′
82′Arthur Read
83′
J. SmithD. Newton
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal1
3Shots off Goal1
7Total Shots2
2Blocked Shots0
4Shots insidebox0
3Shots outsidebox2
8Fouls16
2Corner Kicks4
1Offsides1
48%Ball Possession52%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves1
352Total passes367
251Passes accurate263
71%Passes %72%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Forest Green have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Stevenage's starters account for 1 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by L. Wildin (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Forest Green deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Stevenage'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

Forest Green field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Stevenage's 4 rated 6.78. 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

Forest Green start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Stevenage 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 Forest Green and 62% 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

Forest Green's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 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 Forest Green's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Stevenage average 28.0 (youngest: L. Wildin (28), 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

Forest Green's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 33 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.

Forest Green3-4-2-13-4-3Stevenage
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McGee21Wagstaff5Stokes22Godwin-.6Kitching25Richard.20Whiteho.8Adams14Matt10Collins18Young1Cumming5Cuthbert6Prosser23Smith2Wildin12Hutton24Marshall17List9Effiong27Aitchis.19Read

Substitutes

Coach: M. Cooper

Substitutes

Coach: A. Revell

Forest GreenPosition StrengthStevenage
Avg Rating
6.78
Midfielder (4 v 4)6.78
0G 0A1G 2A
Forest Green3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperL. McGee
5DefenderC. Stokes
22DefenderU. Godwin-Malife
6DefenderL. Kitching
21MidfielderS. Wagstaff
25MidfielderJ. Richardson
20MidfielderE. Whitehouse
8MidfielderE. Adams
14ForwardJ. Matt
10ForwardA. Collins
18ForwardJ. Young
Stevenage3-4-3
1GoalkeeperJ. Cumming
5DefenderS. Cuthbert
6DefenderL. Prosser
24DefenderR. Marshall
23MidfielderJ. Smith
2MidfielderL. Wildin6.81G2A
12MidfielderR. Hutton
19MidfielderA. Read
17ForwardE. List
9ForwardI. Effiong
27ForwardJ. Aitchison

Match Summary

Forest Green defeated Stevenage 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by J. Young 23′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Forest Green had 48% possession while Stevenage held 52%. Forest Green had 7 shots (2 on target) compared to 2 (1 on target) for Stevenage. Forest Green made 2 substitutions, Stevenage made 3.

Rivalry since 2017

Forest Green vs Stevenage Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Forest Green
5
wins
Drawn
3
Stevenage
1
wins
Total goals
18 · 2.0/match
Both scored
2/9 · 22%
Over 2.5
4/9 · 44%

Recent Form

Forest Green

LWLWDW

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

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Head-to-Head Record

Forest Green dominates

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

Forest Green6wins
3draws10 meetings
Stevenage1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1.9

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

20%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 6.0%

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 59.4%Draw 26.4%Away 20.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.673.604.80
Max1.704.015.15
Over 2.5: 50.0%Under 2.5: 55.6%
Market favourite:Forest Green · 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 market57.3%24.0%18.7%
Public market55.8%25.3%19.0%
Δ1.5%1.3%0.3%

Forest Green vs Stevenage — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Forest Green
Result vs. Market: Forest Green (59%)

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.

Forest GreenHalf-time:10Stevenage
9Shots2
2Shots 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
01/01/22Forest Green2–0Stevenage1.57/4.04/5.76
18/09/21Stevenage0–4Forest Green3.21/3.24/2.27
02/03/21Stevenage3–0Forest Green3.08/3.12/2.45
17/10/20Forest Green1–0Stevenage1.68/3.79/4.98
26/12/19Stevenage0–0Forest Green3.00/3.31/2.39
21/09/19Forest Green0–0Stevenage2.00/3.55/3.87
26/01/19Stevenage0–2Forest Green3.82/3.67/1.94
21/08/18Forest Green0–0Stevenage2.34/3.32/3.21
13/02/18Forest Green3–1Stevenage2.51/3.34/2.93
21/10/17Stevenage1–2Forest Green1.96/3.53/4.11

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: Forest Green

W 100D 69L 97
Over 2.546
Goals scored343

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