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Mansfield Town vs Hartlepool

One Call Stadium, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire26 December 2021 at 15:00
Referee: S. Mather

Match Events

Mansfield Town
Hartlepool
Kick Off
25′
L. Molyneux

assist: M. Daly

38′Ben Killip
40′Neill Byrne
Half Time
51′
N. Featherstone
53′
J. SterryR. Ogle
J. O'Toole

assist: G. Maris

55′
J. Bowery

assist: E. Hewitt

62′
63′
M. CullenT. Burey
G. Maris

assist: J. Law

66′
76′
M. DalyG. Holohan
G. MarisT. Sinclair
81′
R. OatesJ. Gale
89′
Jason Law90+1′
90+6′Nicky Featherstone
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal3
11Shots off Goal1
22Total Shots5
3Blocked Shots1
10Shots insidebox3
12Shots outsidebox2
11Fouls12
12Corner Kicks2
1Offsides4
54%Ball Possession46%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves4
425Total passes367
296Passes accurate239
70%Passes %65%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Mansfield Town is 6.73, compared to — for Hartlepool. 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. Mansfield Town's highest-rated starter is J. Bowery (6.86), while Hartlepool's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Mansfield Town have contributed 12 goals and 8 assists this season, led by R. Oates (8G). Hartlepool'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

Mansfield Town deploy 4 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Hartlepool's 5-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

Mansfield Town field 4 midfielders averaging 6.51, versus Hartlepool's 3 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

Mansfield Town start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.79, compared to 2 for Hartlepool 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 71% for Mansfield Town and —% for Hartlepool. 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

Mansfield Town's starters have collected 19 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Hartlepool. 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 Mansfield Town's starting XI is 32.0 (youngest: G. Maris (29), oldest: S. McLaughlin (35)), while Hartlepool 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

Mansfield Town's starters average 26 league appearances each, versus 0 for Hartlepool. 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.

Mansfield Town4-3-1-25-3-2Hartlepool
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Bishop4Hewitt18Oates6Rawson35O'Toole3McLaugh.25Stirk9Bowery12Hawkins10Maris26Law1Killip16Byrne3Ferguson2Sterry5Odusina8Feather.4Liddle6Shelton10Molyneux28Daly9Cullen

Substitutes

Coach: N. Clough

Substitutes

Coach: G. Lee

Mansfield TownPosition StrengthHartlepool
6.73
Avg Rating
6.79Defender (4 v 5)
3G 4A0G 0A
6.51Midfielder (4 v 3)
0G 1A0G 0A
6.79Forward (2 v 2)
9G 3A0G 0A
Mansfield Town4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperN. Bishop
4DefenderE. Hewitt6.71A
6DefenderF. Rawson
3DefenderS. McLaughlin6.83G3A
12DefenderO. Hawkins
35MidfielderJ. O'Toole
25MidfielderR. Stirk
10MidfielderG. Maris6.51A
26MidfielderJ. Law
18ForwardR. Oates6.78G3A
9ForwardJ. Bowery6.91G
Hartlepool5-3-2
1GoalkeeperB. Killip
16DefenderN. Byrne
3DefenderD. Ferguson
2DefenderJ. Sterry
5DefenderO. Odusina
4DefenderG. Liddle
8MidfielderN. Featherstone
6MidfielderM. Shelton
28MidfielderM. Daly
10ForwardL. Molyneux
9ForwardM. Cullen

Match Summary

Mansfield Town defeated Hartlepool 3:2. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by L. Molyneux 25′, N. Featherstone 51′, J. O'Toole 55′, J. Bowery 62′, G. Maris 66′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Mansfield Town had 54% possession while Hartlepool held 46%. Mansfield Town had 22 shots (8 on target) compared to 5 (3 on target) for Hartlepool. Mansfield Town made 2 substitutions, Hartlepool made 3.

Rivalry since 2013

Mansfield Town vs Hartlepool Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Mansfield Town
4
wins
Drawn
4
Hartlepool
3
wins
Total goals
36 · 3.3/match
Both scored
8/11 · 73%
Over 2.5
8/11 · 73%

Recent Form

Mansfield Town

WDWWDD

Hartlepool

LWWLDD

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.

Mansfield Town4wins
4draws10 meetings
Hartlepool2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3

Average goals per game

70%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (48%) — the odds may underestimate Mansfield Town.

Market Summary

Margin: 6.1%

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 51.7%Draw 28.5%Away 25.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.903.403.80
Max1.953.604.00
Over 2.5: 47.6%Under 2.5: 58.8%
Market favourite:Mansfield Town · 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 market48.5%26.9%24.6%
Public market49.9%26.4%23.7%
Δ1.4%0.6%0.8%

Mansfield Town vs Hartlepool — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Mansfield Town
Result vs. Market: Mansfield Town (52%)

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.

Mansfield TownHalf-time:01Hartlepool
22Shots5
8Shots 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
29/12/22Hartlepool1–2Mansfield Town3.82/3.45/2.00
30/09/22Mansfield Town2–2Hartlepool1.39/4.56/8.71
29/03/22Hartlepool2–2Mansfield Town3.19/3.25/2.31
26/12/21Mansfield Town3–2Hartlepool1.93/3.50/3.88
17/09/16Hartlepool0–0Mansfield Town2.75/3.28/2.72
11/02/17Mansfield Town4–0Hartlepool1.71/3.65/5.50
21/11/15Mansfield Town3–1Hartlepool1.85/3.54/4.64
02/04/16Hartlepool2–1Mansfield Town2.76/3.23/2.74
26/12/14Mansfield Town1–1Hartlepool2.00/3.52/3.93
21/03/15Hartlepool1–0Mansfield Town2.62/3.19/2.75

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: Mansfield Town

W 242D 204L 234
Over 2.547
Goals scored893

Away Record: Hartlepool

W 101D 77L 144
Over 2.546
Goals scored353

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026