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Oldham vs Harrogate Town

Boundary Park, Oldham, Greater Manchester26 December 2020 at 15:00
Referee: B. Speedie

Match Events

Oldham
Harrogate Town
Kick Off
C. McAleny

Penalty

19′
30′
G. Thomson

assist: J. Muldoon

Bobby Grant43′
Half Time
C. McAlenyD. Fage
46′
Sido JombatiB. Garrity
46′
D. BahamboulaZ. Dearnley
66′
71′
G. Thomson
72′
C. KirbyJ. Falkingham
Ben Garrity75′
D. Keillor-DunnC. Whelan
82′
A. McCalmontJ. Barnett
82′
90′
E. FrancisL. Kerry
Full Time

Match Statistics

1Shots on Goal10
4Shots off Goal6
9Total Shots18
4Blocked Shots2
6Shots insidebox12
3Shots outsidebox6
11Fouls8
5Corner Kicks8
5Offsides3
40%Ball Possession60%
1Yellow Cards0
1Red Cards0
8Goalkeeper Saves0
310Total passes467
191Passes accurate336
62%Passes %72%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Oldham is —, compared to 6.66 for Harrogate 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. Oldham's highest-rated starter is —, while Harrogate Town's best-rated player is J. Belshaw (6.80).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Oldham have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Harrogate Town's starters account for 6 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by J. Muldoon (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Oldham deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Harrogate Town's 4-man backline averaging 6.73. 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

Oldham field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Harrogate Town's 3 rated 6.57. 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

Oldham start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Harrogate Town averaging 6.55. 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 Oldham and 67% for Harrogate 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

Oldham's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Harrogate 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 Oldham's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Harrogate Town average 34.8 (youngest: G. Thomson (33), oldest: J. Muldoon (36)). 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

Oldham's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 23 for Harrogate 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.

Oldham4-1-4-14-3-3Harrogate Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lawlor4Jombati5Piergia.3Borthwi.16Ntambwe24Bahambo.10Keillor.2Clarke25McCalmo.11Grant18McAleny1Belshaw20Hall22Francis6Burrell14Kiernan7Thomson12Lawlor2Fallowf.15Kirby18Muldoon10Martin

Substitutes

Coach: H. Kewell

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

OldhamPosition StrengthHarrogate Town
Avg Rating
6.66
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.80
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 4)6.73
0G 0A1G 1A
Midfielder (5 v 3)6.57
0G 0A0G 0A
Forward (1 v 3)6.55
0G 0A5G 1A
Oldham4-1-4-1
1GoalkeeperI. Lawlor
4DefenderSido Jombati
5DefenderC. Piergianni
3DefenderC. Borthwick-Jackson
2DefenderH. Clarke
16MidfielderB. Ntambwe
24MidfielderD. Bahamboula
10MidfielderD. Keillor-Dunn
25MidfielderA. McCalmont
18MidfielderC. McAleny
11ForwardB. Grant
Harrogate Town4-3-3
1GoalkeeperJ. Belshaw6.8
20DefenderC. Hall
6DefenderW. Burrell6.71G1A
12DefenderJ. Lawlor
2DefenderR. Fallowfield
22MidfielderE. Francis
7MidfielderG. Thomson6.6
15MidfielderC. Kirby
14ForwardB. Kiernan
18ForwardJ. Muldoon6.55G1A
10ForwardA. Martin

Match Summary

Harrogate Town defeated Oldham 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by C. McAleny 19′ (pen.), G. Thomson 30′, G. Thomson 71′. 1 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Oldham had 40% possession while Harrogate Town held 60%. Oldham had 9 shots (1 on target) compared to 18 (10 on target) for Harrogate Town. Oldham made 5 substitutions, Harrogate Town made 2.

Rivalry since 2021

Oldham vs Harrogate Town Head to Head Results

5 stretnutí
Oldham
3
wins
Drawn
0
Harrogate Town
2
wins
Total goals
11 · 2.2/match
Both scored
1/5 · 20%
Over 2.5
3/5 · 60%

Recent Form

Oldham

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Harrogate Town

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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

Even record

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

Oldham3wins
0draws6 meetings
Harrogate Town3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.3

Average goals per game

67%

Games with 3+ goals

33%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (33%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (45%) — the odds may underestimate Harrogate Town.

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 47.8%Draw 28.5%Away 29.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.003.403.30
Max2.173.643.50
Over 2.5: 54.1%Under 2.5: 51.3%
Market favourite:Oldham · 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 market44.6%26.6%28.9%
Public market46.7%26.7%26.7%
Δ2.1%2.2%

Oldham vs Harrogate Town — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Harrogate Town
Result vs. Market: Oldham (48%)

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.

OldhamHalf-time:11Harrogate Town
9Shots18
1Shots on target10

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
21/03/26Oldham1–0Harrogate Town1.61/3.50/5.50
08/11/25Harrogate Town0–1Oldham3.50/3.25/2.05
22/01/22Harrogate Town3–0Oldham1.80/3.73/4.32
02/10/21Oldham1–2Harrogate Town3.09/3.51/2.20
20/04/21Harrogate Town0–3Oldham1.93/3.59/3.85
26/12/20Oldham1–2Harrogate Town2.09/3.51/3.38

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: Oldham

W 67D 62L 92
Over 2.554
Goals scored289

Away Record: Harrogate Town

W 83D 68L 125
Over 2.550
Goals scored317

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026