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Hartlepool vs Harrogate Town

Victoria Park, Hartlepool, County Durham23 October 2021 at 15:00
Referee: J. Oldham

Match Events

Hartlepool
Harrogate Town
Kick Off
Neill Byrne27′
28′
G. Thomson

assist: J. Muldoon

J. SterryR. Ogle
33′
35′
N. Byrne

Own Goal

Half Time
M. SheltonG. Liddle
46′
D. Ferguson

assist: R. Ogle

51′
M. Cullen

assist: L. Hendrie

53′
55′Will Smith
M. Daly

assist: G. Liddle

59′
Matty Daly63′
63′
L. KerryS. Power
M. CullenJ. Grey
72′
73′
J. MuldoonD. Orsi
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal3
6Shots off Goal1
12Total Shots8
2Blocked Shots4
7Shots insidebox5
5Shots outsidebox3
13Fouls17
3Corner Kicks2
1Offsides2
58%Ball Possession42%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves1
423Total passes307
295Passes accurate197
70%Passes %64%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Hartlepool is —, compared to 6.70 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. Hartlepool's highest-rated starter is —, while Harrogate Town's best-rated player is M. Oxley (7.19).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Hartlepool have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Harrogate Town's starters account for 6 goals and 3 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

Hartlepool 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

Hartlepool field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Harrogate Town's 4 rated 6.52. 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

Hartlepool start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 Hartlepool and 61% 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

Hartlepool's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 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 Hartlepool'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

Hartlepool's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 16 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.

Hartlepool4-3-1-24-4-2Harrogate Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
35Mitchell27Hendrie16Byrne3Ferguson2Sterry8Feather.14Holohan6Shelton10Molyneux28Daly9Cullen1Oxley3Page5Smith6Burrell17Kerry4Falking.7Thomson2Fallowf.18Muldoon29Armstro.21Diamond

Substitutes

Coach: D. Challinor

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

HartlepoolPosition StrengthHarrogate Town
Avg Rating
6.70
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.19
0G 0A0G 1A
Defender (4 v 4)6.73
0G 0A1G 1A
Midfielder (4 v 4)6.52
0G 0A0G 0A
Forward (2 v 2)6.55
0G 0A5G 1A
Hartlepool4-3-1-2
35GoalkeeperJ. Mitchell
27DefenderL. Hendrie
16DefenderN. Byrne
3DefenderD. Ferguson
2DefenderJ. Sterry
8MidfielderN. Featherstone
14MidfielderG. Holohan
6MidfielderM. Shelton
28MidfielderM. Daly
10ForwardL. Molyneux
9ForwardM. Cullen
Harrogate Town4-4-2
1GoalkeeperM. Oxley7.21A
3DefenderL. Page
5DefenderW. Smith
6DefenderW. Burrell6.71G1A
2DefenderR. Fallowfield
17MidfielderL. Kerry
4MidfielderJ. Falkingham6.5
7MidfielderG. Thomson6.6
21MidfielderJ. Diamond
18ForwardJ. Muldoon6.55G1A
29ForwardL. Armstrong

Match Summary

Hartlepool defeated Harrogate Town 3:2. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by G. Thomson 28′, N. Byrne 35′ (o.g.), D. Ferguson 51′, M. Cullen 53′, M. Daly 59′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Hartlepool had 58% possession while Harrogate Town held 42%. Hartlepool had 12 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Harrogate Town. Hartlepool made 3 substitutions, Harrogate Town made 2.

Rivalry since 2018

Hartlepool vs Harrogate Town Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Hartlepool
3
wins
Drawn
2
Harrogate Town
6
wins
Total goals
40 · 3.6/match
Both scored
9/11 · 82%
Over 2.5
9/11 · 82%

Recent Form

Hartlepool

LWWLDD

Harrogate Town

LWWLLW

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.

Hartlepool2wins
1draws4 meetings
Harrogate Town1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

4.3

Average goals per game

100%

Games with 3+ goals

100%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (50%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (34%) — the odds may underestimate Hartlepool.

Market Summary

Margin: 6.2%

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 36.6%Draw 32.3%Away 37.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.703.002.60
Max2.803.202.76
Over 2.5: 46.5%Under 2.5: 60.2%
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 market34.2%31.0%34.7%
Public market35.2%29.7%35.2%
Δ0.9%1.4%0.4%

Hartlepool vs Harrogate Town — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Hartlepool
Result vs. Market: Harrogate Town (37%)

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.

HartlepoolHalf-time:02Harrogate Town
12Shots8
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
01/01/23Hartlepool3–3Harrogate Town2.55/3.33/2.79
15/10/22Harrogate Town2–1Hartlepool2.26/3.32/3.25
05/03/22Harrogate Town1–2Hartlepool2.24/3.33/3.27
23/10/21Hartlepool3–2Harrogate Town2.73/3.10/2.69

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: Hartlepool

W 101D 77L 144
Over 2.546
Goals scored353

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