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Stevenage vs Forest Green

The Lamex Stadium, Stevenage, Hertfordshire2 March 2021 at 19:00
Referee: B. Speedie

Match Events

Stevenage
Forest Green
Kick Off
28′Aaron Collins
D. Newton

assist: E. Osborne

30′
D. Newton

assist: C. Lines

37′
Half Time
46′
E. WhitehouseJ. Young
46′
J. RichardsonE. Adams
Danny Newton49′
57′Baily Cargill
E. List

assist: C. Lines

64′
E. OsborneR. Hutton
70′
Joe Martin73′
B. CokerR. Vincelot
75′
83′
S. WagstaffI. Hutchinson
83′
J. MattJ. Davison
83′
B. CargillL. Hallett
D. NewtonJ. Hector-Ingram
84′
90′Odin Bailey
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal3
0Shots off Goal5
7Total Shots13
2Blocked Shots5
5Shots insidebox7
2Shots outsidebox6
11Fouls12
3Corner Kicks12
4Offsides2
31%Ball Possession69%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
249Total passes546
142Passes accurate431
57%Passes %79%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Stevenage have contributed 1 goals and 2 assists this season, led by L. Wildin (1G). 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

Stevenage deploy 4 defenders rated 6.78 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

Stevenage field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Forest Green'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

Stevenage start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 62% for Stevenage 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

Stevenage's starters have collected 1 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 Stevenage's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: L. Wildin (28), oldest: L. Wildin (28)), while Forest Green average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Stevenage's starters average 33 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.

Stevenage4-4-23-4-1-2Forest Green
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Cumming5Cuthbert28Martin3Coker2Wildin40Lines26Pett17List15Vancoot.8Osborne11Newton24Thomas21Wagstaff6Cargill2Wilson22Godwin-.25Richard.3Bernard20Whiteho.17Bailey14Matt10Collins

Substitutes

Coach: A. Revell

Substitutes

Coach: M. Cooper

StevenagePosition StrengthForest Green
6.78
Avg Rating
6.78Defender (4 v 3)
1G 2A0G 0A
Stevenage4-4-2
1GoalkeeperJ. Cumming
5DefenderS. Cuthbert
28DefenderJ. Martin
2DefenderL. Wildin6.81G2A
15DefenderT. Vancooten
3MidfielderB. Coker
40MidfielderC. Lines
26MidfielderT. Pett
8MidfielderE. Osborne
17ForwardE. List
11ForwardD. Newton
Forest Green3-4-1-2
24GoalkeeperL. Thomas
6DefenderB. Cargill
22DefenderU. Godwin-Malife
3DefenderD. Bernard
21MidfielderS. Wagstaff
2MidfielderK. Wilson
25MidfielderJ. Richardson
20MidfielderE. Whitehouse
17ForwardO. Bailey
14ForwardJ. Matt
10ForwardA. Collins

Match Summary

Stevenage defeated Forest Green 3:0. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by D. Newton 30′, D. Newton 37′, E. List 64′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Stevenage had 31% possession while Forest Green held 69%. Stevenage had 7 shots (5 on target) compared to 13 (3 on target) for Forest Green. Stevenage made 3 substitutions, Forest Green made 5.

Rivalry since 2017

Stevenage vs Forest Green Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Stevenage
0
wins
Drawn
3
Forest Green
6
wins
Total goals
16 · 1.8/match
Both scored
2/9 · 22%
Over 2.5
3/9 · 33%

Recent Form

Stevenage

WDWDLW

Forest Green

LWLWDW

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.

Stevenage1wins
3draws10 meetings
Forest Green6wins

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

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (31%) — the odds may underestimate Forest Green.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.4%

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 32.5%Draw 32.1%Away 40.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.003.002.38
Max3.143.202.51
Over 2.5: 43.5%Under 2.5: 62.5%
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 market30.8%30.6%38.6%
Public market31.6%29.6%38.7%

Stevenage vs Forest Green — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Stevenage
Result vs. Market: Forest Green (41%)

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.

StevenageHalf-time:20Forest Green
7Shots13
5Shots 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
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: Stevenage

W 155D 130L 165
Over 2.544
Goals scored533

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