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Harrogate Town vs Forest Green

CNG Stadium, Harrogate, North Yorkshire5 December 2020 at 15:00

Match Events

Harrogate Town
Forest Green
Kick Off
Half Time
57′
J. Matt

assist: N. Cadden

84′
A. CollinsD. Sweeney
87′Carl Winchester
C. KirbyM. Beck
90+1′
90+1′
C. WinchesterS. Wagstaff
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal3
7Shots off Goal7
14Total Shots19
3Blocked Shots9
7Shots insidebox10
7Shots outsidebox9
11Fouls10
8Corner Kicks8
1Offsides1
53%Ball Possession47%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
421Total passes361
311Passes accurate232
74%Passes %64%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Harrogate Town is 6.62, compared to — for Forest Green. 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. Harrogate Town's highest-rated starter is J. Belshaw (6.80), while Forest Green's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Harrogate Town have contributed 6 goals and 2 assists this season, led by J. Muldoon (5G). Forest Green'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

Harrogate Town deploy 4 defenders rated 6.73 on average, against Forest Green'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

Harrogate Town field 3 midfielders averaging 6.52, versus Forest Green'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

Harrogate Town start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.55, compared to 2 for Forest Green 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 67% for Harrogate Town and —% for Forest Green. 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

Harrogate Town's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Forest Green. 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 Harrogate Town's starting XI is 34.8 (youngest: G. Thomson (33), oldest: J. Muldoon (36)), while Forest Green average 31.0 (youngest: J. Moore-Taylor (31), oldest: J. Moore-Taylor (31)). 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

Harrogate Town's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 0 for Forest Green. 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.

Harrogate Town4-3-33-1-4-2Forest Green
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Belshaw20Hall6Burrell4Falking.14Kiernan7Thomson12Lawlor2Fallowf.15Kirby18Muldoon10Martin1McGee5Stokes15Moore-T.22Godwin-.6Kitching25Richard.7Winches.11Cadden8Adams14Matt10Collins

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

Substitutes

Coach: M. Cooper

Harrogate TownPosition StrengthForest Green
6.62
Avg Rating
6.80Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.73Defender (4 v 3)
1G 1A0G 0A
6.52Midfielder (3 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.55Forward (3 v 2)
5G 1A0G 0A
Harrogate Town4-3-3
1GoalkeeperJ. Belshaw6.8
20DefenderC. Hall
6DefenderW. Burrell6.71G1A
12DefenderJ. Lawlor
2DefenderR. Fallowfield
4MidfielderJ. Falkingham6.5
7MidfielderG. Thomson6.6
15MidfielderC. Kirby
14ForwardB. Kiernan
18ForwardJ. Muldoon6.55G1A
10ForwardA. Martin
Forest Green3-1-4-2
1GoalkeeperL. McGee
5DefenderC. Stokes
22DefenderU. Godwin-Malife
6DefenderL. Kitching
15MidfielderJ. Moore-Taylor
25MidfielderJ. Richardson
7MidfielderC. Winchester
11MidfielderN. Cadden
8MidfielderE. Adams
14ForwardJ. Matt
10ForwardA. Collins

Match Summary

Forest Green defeated Harrogate Town 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by J. Matt 57′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Harrogate Town had 53% possession while Forest Green held 47%. Harrogate Town had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 19 (3 on target) for Forest Green. Harrogate Town made 1 substitutions, Forest Green made 2.

Rivalry since 2021

Harrogate Town vs Forest Green Head to Head Results

5 stretnutí
Harrogate Town
2
wins
Drawn
0
Forest Green
3
wins
Total goals
15 · 3.0/match
Both scored
3/5 · 60%
Over 2.5
3/5 · 60%

Recent Form

Harrogate Town

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Forest Green

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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

Forest Green dominates

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

Harrogate Town2wins
0draws6 meetings
Forest Green4wins

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

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (29%) — the odds may underestimate Forest Green.

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 30.5%Draw 28.6%Away 46.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.253.202.15
Max3.353.702.20
Over 2.5: 47.6%Under 2.5: 58.8%
Market favourite:Forest Green · 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 market28.9%26.1%45.0%
Public market29.3%26.4%44.3%

Harrogate Town vs Forest Green — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Forest Green
Result vs. Market: Forest Green (46%)

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.

Harrogate TownHalf-time:00Forest Green
14Shots19
4Shots on target3

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
13/01/24Forest Green0–2Harrogate Town2.10/3.54/3.36
12/08/23Harrogate Town0–1Forest Green2.28/3.35/3.01
30/04/22Forest Green1–3Harrogate Town1.40/4.85/7.37
07/12/21Harrogate Town1–4Forest Green2.99/3.36/2.37
13/03/21Forest Green2–1Harrogate Town2.32/3.10/3.26
05/12/20Harrogate Town0–1Forest Green3.28/3.50/2.17

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: Harrogate Town

W 83D 68L 125
Over 2.550
Goals scored317

Away Record: Forest Green

W 100D 69L 97
Over 2.546
Goals scored343

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026