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Grimsby vs Stevenage

Blundell Park, Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire30 January 2021 at 15:00
12
Referee: A. Backhouse

Match Events

Grimsby
Stevenage
Kick Off
42′
E. List
Half Time
I. JacksonS. Payne
64′
68′
L. NorrisD. Newton
68′
E. ListM. Stevens
70′Romain Vincelot
James McKeown73′
75′
A. ReadJ. Smith
76′
J. AitchisonJ. Martin
S. HaberghamD. Preston
80′
R. MenayeseL. Spokes
81′
89′
B. CokerR. Hutton
S. Payne

assist: J. Matete

90+3′
90+5′
M. Stevens

assist: L. Wildin

Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal2
3Shots off Goal7
8Total Shots10
3Blocked Shots1
5Shots insidebox8
3Shots outsidebox2
11Fouls11
6Corner Kicks4
1Offsides3
62%Ball Possession38%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves1
529Total passes304
380Passes accurate166
72%Passes %55%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Grimsby 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

Grimsby deploy 5 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

Grimsby field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Stevenage's 4 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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 Grimsby 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

Grimsby'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 Grimsby'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

Grimsby'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.

Grimsby5-3-24-4-2Stevenage
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McKeown6Waterfa.36Habergh.2Hendrie26Menayese38Mizouni25Pollock4Rose20Matete9Hanson16Jackson1Cumming3Coker2Wildin24Marshall4Vincelot17List15Vancoot.7Carter36Norris27Aitchis.19Read

Substitutes

Coach: P. Hurst

Substitutes

Coach: A. Revell

GrimsbyPosition StrengthStevenage
Avg Rating
6.78
Defender (5 v 4)6.78
0G 0A1G 2A
Grimsby5-3-2
1GoalkeeperJ. McKeown
6DefenderL. Waterfall
36DefenderS. Habergham
2DefenderL. Hendrie
26DefenderR. Menayese
25DefenderM. Pollock
38MidfielderI. El Mizouni
4MidfielderD. Rose
20MidfielderJ. Matete
9ForwardJ. Hanson
16ForwardI. Jackson
Stevenage4-4-2
1GoalkeeperJ. Cumming
3DefenderB. Coker
2DefenderL. Wildin6.81G2A
24DefenderR. Marshall
15DefenderT. Vancooten
4MidfielderR. Vincelot
7MidfielderC. Carter
27MidfielderJ. Aitchison
19MidfielderA. Read
17ForwardE. List
36ForwardL. Norris

Match Summary

Stevenage defeated Grimsby 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by E. List 42′, S. Payne 90′, M. Stevens 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Grimsby had 62% possession while Stevenage held 38%. Grimsby had 8 shots (2 on target) compared to 10 (2 on target) for Stevenage. Grimsby made 3 substitutions, Stevenage made 5.

Rivalry since 2016

Grimsby vs Stevenage Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Grimsby
2
wins
Drawn
3
Stevenage
6
wins
Total goals
27 · 2.5/match
Both scored
5/11 · 45%
Over 2.5
4/11 · 36%

Recent Form

Grimsby

DWWWLW

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

Stevenage dominates

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

Grimsby1wins
3draws10 meetings
Stevenage6wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.1

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (35%) — the odds may underestimate Stevenage.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.9%

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 37.6%Draw 30.4%Away 37.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.623.102.62
Max2.733.402.70
Over 2.5: 48.3%Under 2.5: 58.1%
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 market35.4%28.7%35.8%
Public market36.1%27.8%36.1%

Grimsby vs Stevenage — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Stevenage
Result vs. Market: Stevenage (38%)

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.

GrimsbyHalf-time:01Stevenage
8Shots10
2Shots 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
29/04/23Stevenage2–0Grimsby1.67/3.73/5.49
19/11/22Grimsby1–1Stevenage3.10/3.19/2.41
30/01/21Grimsby1–2Stevenage2.66/3.29/2.65
31/10/20Stevenage0–0Grimsby2.39/3.18/3.09
28/01/20Grimsby3–1Stevenage2.14/3.07/4.04
12/10/19Stevenage2–1Grimsby2.77/3.33/2.65
06/04/19Grimsby0–2Stevenage2.37/3.38/3.06
22/09/18Stevenage1–0Grimsby1.90/3.66/4.12
30/03/18Grimsby0–0Stevenage2.37/3.24/3.16
19/08/17Stevenage3–1Grimsby2.26/3.45/3.28

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: 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