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Bristol Rovers vs Exeter City

Memorial Stadium, Bristol, Gloucestershire26 February 2022 at 15:00

Match Events

Bristol Rovers
Exeter City
Kick Off
L. Hoole

assist: A. Evans

10′
24′
J. Brown
Half Time
S. FinleyR. Loft
46′
55′
C. DiabateJ. Grounds
69′
S. NombeK. Phillips
A. CollinsL. Thomas
77′
85′
J. BrownJ. Coley
90′Jonathan Grounds
S. NicholsonG. Whelan
90+4′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal4
3Shots off Goal7
16Total Shots15
8Blocked Shots4
9Shots insidebox11
7Shots outsidebox4
10Fouls9
7Corner Kicks3
0Offsides3
53%Ball Possession47%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves3
353Total passes319
212Passes accurate188
60%Passes %59%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Bristol Rovers is —, compared to 6.93 for Exeter City. 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. Bristol Rovers's highest-rated starter is —, while Exeter City's best-rated player is P. Sweeney (6.93).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Bristol Rovers have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Exeter City's starters account for 2 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by P. Sweeney (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Bristol Rovers deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Exeter City's 3-man backline averaging 6.93. 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

Bristol Rovers field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Exeter City'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

Bristol Rovers start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Exeter City 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 Bristol Rovers and 77% for Exeter City. 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

Bristol Rovers's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Exeter City. 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 Bristol Rovers's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Exeter City average 31.0 (youngest: P. Sweeney (31), oldest: P. Sweeney (31)). 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

Bristol Rovers's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 40 for Exeter City. 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.

Bristol Rovers4-2-3-13-4-1-2Exeter City
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Belshaw17Taylor15Coutts6Finley11Nichols.19Anderson12Anderson21Evans2Connolly30Hoole10Collins1Dawson26Sweeney2Caprice14Dieng6Stubbs39Diabate20Brown8Collins12Key7Jay10Nombe

Substitutes

Coach: J. Barton

Substitutes

Coach: M. Taylor

Bristol RoversPosition StrengthExeter City
Avg Rating
6.93
Defender (4 v 3)6.93
0G 0A2G 0A
Bristol Rovers4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJ. Belshaw
17DefenderC. Taylor
19DefenderH. Anderson
2DefenderJ. Connolly
30DefenderL. Hoole
15MidfielderP. Coutts
6MidfielderS. Finley
11MidfielderS. Nicholson
12MidfielderE. Anderson
21MidfielderA. Evans
10ForwardA. Collins
Exeter City3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperC. Dawson
26DefenderP. Sweeney6.92G
6DefenderS. Stubbs
39DefenderC. Diabate
2MidfielderJ. Caprice
14MidfielderT. Dieng
8MidfielderA. Collins
12MidfielderJ. Key
20ForwardJ. Brown
7ForwardM. Jay
10ForwardS. Nombe

Match Summary

Bristol Rovers and Exeter City drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by L. Hoole 10′, J. Brown 24′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Bristol Rovers had 53% possession while Exeter City held 47%. Bristol Rovers had 16 shots (5 on target) compared to 15 (4 on target) for Exeter City. Bristol Rovers made 3 substitutions, Exeter City made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Bristol Rovers vs Exeter City Head to Head Results

16 stretnutí
Bristol Rovers
6
wins
Drawn
2
Exeter City
8
wins
Total goals
58 · 3.6/match
Both scored
13/16 · 81%
Over 2.5
12/16 · 75%

Recent Form

Bristol Rovers

DWWWWW

Exeter City

LDDDWL

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.

Bristol Rovers4wins
2draws8 meetings
Exeter City2wins

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

63%

Games with 3+ goals

88%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (75%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (34%) — the odds may underestimate Bristol Rovers.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.8%

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 37.4%Draw 30.4%Away 37.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.623.252.60
Max2.783.322.70
Over 2.5: 47.6%Under 2.5: 58.8%
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 market34.5%28.8%36.7%
Public market36.2%28.7%35.1%
Δ1.7%0.1%1.6%

Bristol Rovers vs Exeter City — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Exeter City (38%)

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.

Bristol RoversHalf-time:11Exeter City
16Shots15
5Shots on target4

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
26/02/22Bristol Rovers1–1Exeter City2.67/3.29/2.64
21/08/21Exeter City4–1Bristol Rovers2.27/3.15/3.34
28/11/15Exeter City1–1Bristol Rovers3.13/3.45/2.35
23/04/16Bristol Rovers3–1Exeter City1.98/3.60/3.92
03/08/13Exeter City2–1Bristol Rovers2.48/3.35/2.96
11/01/14Bristol Rovers2–1Exeter City2.21/3.34/3.50
29/09/12Exeter City1–2Bristol Rovers2.11/3.32/3.62
06/03/13Bristol Rovers2–0Exeter City2.64/3.35/2.76

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: Bristol Rovers

W 161D 103L 150
Over 2.548
Goals scored535

Away Record: Exeter City

W 211D 133L 153
Over 2.549
Goals scored694

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026