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Grimsby vs Carlisle

Blundell Park, Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire24 October 2020 at 15:00
11
Referee: C. Pollard

Match Events

Grimsby
Carlisle
Kick Off
18′Nick Anderton
M. Pollock

assist: L. Hendrie

24′
Terry Taylor37′
Half Time
46′
J. McKeown

Own Goal

J. TilleyJ. Hanson
53′
H. CliftonJ. Starbuck
60′
66′
J. RileyG. Reilly
G. WilliamsM. Green
72′
Luke Waterfall76′
Joseph Starbuck82′
Matthew Pollock90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal1
1Shots off Goal8
5Total Shots14
2Blocked Shots5
4Shots insidebox9
1Shots outsidebox5
16Fouls20
3Corner Kicks4
1Offsides0
61%Ball Possession39%
4Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves1
411Total passes247
274Passes accurate136
67%Passes %55%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Grimsby is —, compared to 6.30 for Carlisle. 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 Carlisle's best-rated player is A. Hayden (6.30).

Defensive Solidity

Grimsby deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Carlisle's 4-man backline averaging 6.30. 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 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Carlisle's 5 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Carlisle 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 71% for Carlisle. 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 1 for Carlisle. 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 Carlisle average 28.0 (youngest: A. Hayden (28), oldest: A. Hayden (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

Grimsby's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 2 for Carlisle. 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.

Grimsby4-2-3-14-2-3-1Carlisle
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McKeown6Waterfa.2Hendrie3Preston25Pollock10Williams15Clifton26Taylor36Morton21Tilley8Windsor21Farman13McDonald3Anderton6Hayden7Riley8Guy9Alessan.20Touré2Tanner12Mellish14Kayode

Substitutes

Coach: I. Holloway

Substitutes

Coach: C. Beech

GrimsbyPosition StrengthCarlisle
Avg Rating
6.30
Defender (4 v 4)6.30
0G 0A0G 0A
Grimsby4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJ. McKeown
6DefenderL. Waterfall
2DefenderL. Hendrie
3DefenderD. Preston
25DefenderM. Pollock
10MidfielderG. Williams
15MidfielderH. Clifton
26MidfielderT. Taylor
36MidfielderJ. Morton
21MidfielderJ. Tilley
8ForwardO. Windsor
Carlisle4-2-3-1
21GoalkeeperP. Farman
13DefenderR. McDonald
3DefenderN. Anderton
6DefenderA. Hayden6.3
2DefenderG. Tanner
7MidfielderJ. Riley
8MidfielderC. Guy
9MidfielderL. Alessandra
12MidfielderJ. Mellish
14MidfielderJ. Kayode
20ForwardG. Touré

Match Summary

Grimsby and Carlisle drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by M. Pollock 24′, J. McKeown 46′ (o.g.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Grimsby had 61% possession while Carlisle held 39%. Grimsby had 5 shots (2 on target) compared to 14 (1 on target) for Carlisle. Grimsby made 3 substitutions, Carlisle made 1.

Rivalry since 2016

Grimsby vs Carlisle Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
Grimsby
5
wins
Drawn
3
Carlisle
4
wins
Total goals
28 · 2.3/match
Both scored
6/12 · 50%
Over 2.5
5/12 · 42%

Recent Form

Grimsby

DWWWLW

Carlisle

LWWWDD

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.

Grimsby4wins
3draws10 meetings
Carlisle3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2

Average goals per game

30%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 5.5%

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 35.2%Draw 28.5%Away 41.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.803.302.35
Max2.873.612.46
Over 2.5: 50.0%Under 2.5: 55.6%
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 market33.8%26.8%39.3%
Public market33.1%26.4%40.5%
Δ0.7%0.4%1.1%

Grimsby vs Carlisle — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Carlisle (42%)

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:10Carlisle
5Shots14
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
08/02/25Grimsby2–1Carlisle2.11/3.39/3.39
28/09/24Carlisle2–3Grimsby2.10/3.42/3.38
04/03/23Carlisle2–0Grimsby1.73/3.62/5.11
27/09/22Grimsby1–2Carlisle2.05/3.29/3.83
09/03/21Carlisle1–1Grimsby1.56/3.84/6.16
24/10/20Grimsby1–1Carlisle2.84/3.50/2.40
14/12/19Carlisle0–0Grimsby2.39/3.41/3.04
22/04/19Grimsby1–0Carlisle3.25/3.35/2.29
02/10/18Carlisle0–1Grimsby2.02/3.42/3.98
18/11/17Grimsby0–1Carlisle2.83/3.34/2.60

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: Carlisle

W 183D 139L 175
Over 2.549
Goals scored653

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026