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Stevenage vs Crawley Town

The Lamex Stadium, Stevenage, Hertfordshire18 January 2022 at 19:45
Referee: W. Finnie

Match Events

Stevenage
Crawley Town
Kick Off
J. Taylor

assist: Bruno Andrade

28′
45+1′
T. Nichols

assist: S. Matthews

Half Time
46′
A. DaviesN. Tsaroulla
L. ProsserL. Norris
59′
L. ONeillL. James-Wildin
60′
68′James Tilley
69′
S. MatthewsT. Frost
L. Norris
72′
77′Tyler Frost
82′
J. TilleyR. Grego-Cox
J. TaylorC. Lines
83′
Full Time

Match Statistics

9Shots on Goal3
7Shots off Goal8
17Total Shots12
1Blocked Shots1
10Shots insidebox9
7Shots outsidebox3
14Fouls9
9Corner Kicks4
5Offsides1
46%Ball Possession54%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves7
348Total passes429
187Passes accurate260
54%Passes %61%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Stevenage is 6.58, compared to — for Crawley 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. Stevenage's highest-rated starter is J. Reid (6.58), while Crawley Town's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Stevenage have contributed 14 goals and 3 assists this season, led by J. Reid (14G). Crawley Town'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 — on average, against Crawley Town'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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Crawley Town'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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.58, compared to 3 for Crawley Town 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 67% for Stevenage and —% for Crawley 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

Stevenage's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Crawley 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 Stevenage's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: J. Reid (31), oldest: J. Reid (31)), while Crawley Town 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 44 league appearances each, versus 0 for Crawley 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.

Stevenage4-3-33-4-3Crawley Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Pym5Cuthbert6Prosser18O'Neill3Coker16Upson8Taylor15Vancoot.11Westbro.12Andrade20Reid1Morris5Craig37Lynch4Francomb28Payne20Matthews8Powell2Davies9Nichols14Tilley10Nadesan

Substitutes

Coach: P. Tisdale

Substitutes

Coach: J. Yems

StevenagePosition StrengthCrawley Town
6.58
Avg Rating
6.58Forward (3 v 3)
14G 3A0G 0A
Stevenage4-3-3
1GoalkeeperC. Pym
5DefenderS. Cuthbert
6DefenderL. Prosser
18DefenderL. O'Neill
3DefenderB. Coker
16MidfielderE. Upson
15MidfielderT. Vancooten
11MidfielderZ. Westbrooke
8ForwardJ. Taylor
12ForwardBruno Andrade
20ForwardJ. Reid6.614G3A
Crawley Town3-4-3
1GoalkeeperG. Morris
5DefenderT. Craig
37DefenderJ. Lynch
4DefenderG. Francomb
28MidfielderJ. Payne
8MidfielderJ. Powell
2MidfielderA. Davies
14MidfielderJ. Tilley
20ForwardS. Matthews
9ForwardT. Nichols
10ForwardA. Nadesan

Match Summary

Stevenage defeated Crawley Town 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by J. Taylor 28′, T. Nichols 45′, L. Norris 72′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Stevenage had 46% possession while Crawley Town held 54%. Stevenage had 17 shots (9 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Crawley Town. Stevenage made 3 substitutions, Crawley Town made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Stevenage vs Crawley Town Head to Head Results

21 stretnutí
Stevenage
9
wins
Drawn
6
Crawley Town
6
wins
Total goals
57 · 2.7/match
Both scored
15/21 · 71%
Over 2.5
12/21 · 57%

Recent Form

Stevenage

WDWDLW

Crawley Town

DDDLLW

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.

Stevenage6wins
3draws10 meetings
Crawley Town1wins

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 (43%) — the odds may underestimate Stevenage.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.7%

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 45.1%Draw 30.1%Away 30.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.203.253.20
Max2.253.433.40
Over 2.5: 48.3%Under 2.5: 58.1%
Market favourite:Stevenage · 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 market42.5%27.9%29.6%
Public market43.2%28.8%28.0%
Δ0.7%0.9%1.6%

Stevenage vs Crawley Town — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Stevenage
Result vs. Market: Stevenage (45%)

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.

StevenageHalf-time:11Crawley Town
17Shots12
9Shots 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
30/12/22Stevenage3–1Crawley Town1.51/4.15/6.63
01/10/22Crawley Town1–2Stevenage4.30/3.54/1.86
05/02/22Crawley Town2–2Stevenage2.51/3.17/2.95
18/01/22Stevenage2–1Crawley Town2.22/3.33/3.28
01/05/21Stevenage3–3Crawley Town2.27/3.27/3.21
16/02/21Crawley Town0–1Stevenage2.42/3.09/3.10
22/02/20Crawley Town2–0Stevenage2.05/3.51/3.63
07/12/19Stevenage0–0Crawley Town2.29/3.45/3.17
12/01/19Stevenage2–1Crawley Town2.52/3.24/2.97
11/08/18Crawley Town1–3Stevenage2.34/3.30/3.21

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: Crawley Town

W 164D 128L 205
Over 2.553
Goals scored611

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026