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Bristol Rovers vs Barrow

Memorial Stadium, Bristol, Gloucestershire1 March 2022 at 19:45
Referee: D. Rock

Match Events

Bristol Rovers
Barrow
Kick Off
32′Niall Canavan
Antony Evans45+3′
Half Time
Nick Anderton53′
N. Wilmer-AndertonA. Collins
60′
63′
T. WhiteJ. Gordon
Aaron Collins68′
70′
W. HarrisR. Hutton
E. AndersonR. Loft
71′
L. ClarkeH. Saunders
79′
A. Evans

assist: G. Whelan

81′
84′
A. Driscoll-GlennonM. Platt
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal6
7Shots off Goal1
19Total Shots13
5Blocked Shots6
12Shots insidebox9
7Shots outsidebox4
10Fouls12
10Corner Kicks4
3Offsides2
72%Ball Possession28%
3Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards1
6Goalkeeper Saves6
514Total passes200
432Passes accurate119
84%Passes %60%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Bristol Rovers is —, compared to 6.53 for Barrow. 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 Barrow's best-rated player is N. Canavan (6.53).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Bristol Rovers have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Barrow's starters account for 2 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by N. Canavan (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 Barrow's 3-man backline averaging 6.53. 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 Barrow'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 Barrow 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 70% for Barrow. 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 6 for Barrow. 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 Barrow average 34.0 (youngest: N. Canavan (34), oldest: N. Canavan (34)). 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 27 for Barrow. 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 Rovers4-2-3-13-4-2-1Barrow
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Belshaw16Wilmer-.17Taylor26Whelan11Nichols.19Anderson12Anderson21Evans2Connolly30Hoole9Clarke1Farman27Canavan14Jones19Driscol.15Gotts30Rooney4Taylor28Banks3Brough13White17Harris

Substitutes

Coach: J. Barton

Substitutes

Coach: M. Cooper

Bristol RoversPosition StrengthBarrow
Avg Rating
6.53
Defender (4 v 3)6.53
0G 0A2G 2A
Bristol Rovers4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJ. Belshaw
16DefenderN. Wilmer-Anderton
17DefenderC. Taylor
2DefenderJ. Connolly
30DefenderL. Hoole
26MidfielderG. Whelan
11MidfielderS. Nicholson
19MidfielderH. Anderson
12MidfielderE. Anderson
21MidfielderA. Evans
9ForwardL. Clarke
Barrow3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperP. Farman
27DefenderN. Canavan6.52G2A
14DefenderJ. Jones
3DefenderP. Brough
19MidfielderA. Driscoll-Glennon
15MidfielderR. Gotts
4MidfielderJ. Taylor
13MidfielderT. White
30ForwardJ. Rooney
28ForwardO. Banks
17ForwardW. Harris

Match Summary

Bristol Rovers defeated Barrow 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by A. Evans 81′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Bristol Rovers had 72% possession while Barrow held 28%. Bristol Rovers had 19 shots (7 on target) compared to 13 (6 on target) for Barrow. Bristol Rovers made 3 substitutions, Barrow made 3.

Rivalry since 2016

Bristol Rovers vs Barrow Head to Head Results

4 stretnutí
Bristol Rovers
2
wins
Drawn
1
Barrow
1
wins
Total goals
10 · 2.5/match
Both scored
3/4 · 75%
Over 2.5
2/4 · 50%

Recent Form

Bristol Rovers

DWWWWW

Barrow

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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

Bristol Rovers dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Bristol Rovers3wins
1draws4 meetings
Barrow0wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2

Average goals per game

25%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (47%) — the odds may underestimate Bristol Rovers.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.1%

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 49.3%Draw 29.0%Away 26.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.003.403.60
Max2.083.503.81
Over 2.5: 48.8%Under 2.5: 57.1%
Market favourite:Bristol Rovers · 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 market46.5%28.1%25.4%
Public market47.7%27.2%25.1%
Δ1.1%0.8%0.3%

Bristol Rovers vs Barrow — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Bristol Rovers
Result vs. Market: Bristol Rovers (49%)

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.

Bristol RoversHalf-time:00Barrow
19Shots13
7Shots on target6

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
10/03/26Barrow0–2Bristol Rovers2.65/3.25/2.45
13/09/25Bristol Rovers2–1Barrow1.81/3.63/4.17
01/03/22Bristol Rovers1–0Barrow2.03/3.45/3.74
28/08/21Barrow1–1Bristol Rovers2.30/3.15/3.26

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: Barrow

W 83D 71L 122
Over 2.543
Goals scored303

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026