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Barrow vs Harrogate Town

SO Legal Stadium, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria20 August 2022 at 15:00
Referee: T. Parsons

Match Events

Barrow
Harrogate Town
Kick Off
17′Joe Mattock
Josh Kay27′
43′Kayne Ramsay
J. Gordon

assist: B. Whitfield

45′
Half Time
50′George Thomson
56′
G. ThomsonJ. Muldoon
J. KayB. Waters
70′
73′
J. MattockL. Richards
73′
J. HeadleyT. Frost
J. GordonJ. Stevens
78′
B. WhitfieldJ. Rooney
78′
Patrick Brough81′
Billy Waters86′
H. NealT. White
87′
John Rooney90+2′
90+2′Josh Austerfield
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal1
4Shots off Goal2
12Total Shots5
4Blocked Shots2
5Shots insidebox3
7Shots outsidebox2
13Fouls11
7Corner Kicks1
1Offsides0
48%Ball Possession52%
4Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
344Total passes384
209Passes accurate239
61%Passes %62%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Barrow is 6.60, compared to 6.57 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. Barrow's highest-rated starter is B. Whitfield (6.81), while Harrogate Town's best-rated player is G. Thomson (6.57).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Barrow have contributed 14 goals and 5 assists this season, led by J. Gordon (9G). Harrogate 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

Barrow deploy 4 defenders rated 6.53 on average, against Harrogate 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

Barrow field 3 midfielders averaging 6.54, versus Harrogate Town's 5 rated 6.57. 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

Barrow start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.67, compared to 2 for Harrogate 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 69% for Barrow and 68% 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

Barrow's starters have collected 17 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 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 Barrow's starting XI is 33.3 (youngest: B. Whitfield (29), oldest: S. Foley (39)), while Harrogate Town average 33.0 (youngest: G. Thomson (33), oldest: G. Thomson (33)). 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

Barrow's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 14 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.

Barrow4-3-33-5-2Harrogate Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Farman21Warren5McClell.6Canavan3Brough14Neal16Foley15Gotts11Kay10Gordon34Whitfie.21Jameson2Welch-H.24Ferguson3Mattock20Ramsay7Thomson17Austerf.16Pattison15Headley29Armstro.28Daly

Substitutes

Coach: P. Brown

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

BarrowPosition StrengthHarrogate Town
6.60
Avg Rating
6.57
6.53Defender (4 v 3)
2G 2A0G 0A
6.54Midfielder (3 v 5)6.57
0G 0A0G 0A
6.67Forward (3 v 2)
12G 3A0G 0A
Barrow4-3-3
1GoalkeeperP. Farman
21DefenderT. Warren
5DefenderS. McClelland
6DefenderN. Canavan6.52G2A
3DefenderP. Brough
14MidfielderH. Neal
16MidfielderS. Foley6.5
15MidfielderR. Gotts
11ForwardJ. Kay
10ForwardJ. Gordon6.59G
34ForwardB. Whitfield6.83G3A
Harrogate Town3-5-2
21GoalkeeperP. Jameson
2DefenderM. Welch-Hayes
24DefenderK. Ferguson
3DefenderJ. Mattock
20MidfielderK. Ramsay
7MidfielderG. Thomson6.6
17MidfielderJ. Austerfield
16MidfielderA. Pattison
15MidfielderJ. Headley
29ForwardL. Armstrong
28ForwardM. Daly

Match Summary

Barrow defeated Harrogate Town 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by J. Gordon 45′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Barrow had 48% possession while Harrogate Town held 52%. Barrow had 12 shots (4 on target) compared to 5 (1 on target) for Harrogate Town. Barrow made 4 substitutions, Harrogate Town made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Barrow vs Harrogate Town Head to Head Results

16 stretnutí
Barrow
3
wins
Drawn
4
Harrogate Town
9
wins
Total goals
36 · 2.3/match
Both scored
5/16 · 31%
Over 2.5
6/16 · 38%

Recent Form

Barrow

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Harrogate Town

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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

Even record

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

Barrow3wins
2draws10 meetings
Harrogate Town5wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1.1

Average goals per game

10%

Games with 3+ goals

10%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (44%) — the odds may underestimate Harrogate Town.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.2%

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 44.7%Draw 30.5%Away 29.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.213.103.25
Max2.253.473.41
Over 2.5: 48.8%Under 2.5: 57.1%
Market favourite:Barrow · 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 market43.8%27.9%28.4%
Public market42.5%29.4%28.1%
Δ1.3%1.5%0.3%

Barrow vs Harrogate Town — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Barrow
Result vs. Market: Barrow (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.

BarrowHalf-time:10Harrogate Town
11Shots5
3Shots on target1

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
17/02/26Barrow0–1Harrogate Town1.81/3.40/4.10
19/08/25Harrogate Town1–0Barrow2.96/3.00/2.58
04/01/25Barrow0–2Harrogate Town1.64/3.70/5.38
31/08/24Harrogate Town0–1Barrow3.41/3.38/2.16
16/03/24Barrow0–0Harrogate Town1.55/4.16/5.88
02/09/23Harrogate Town0–1Barrow2.50/3.23/2.80
18/03/23Harrogate Town1–0Barrow2.91/3.20/2.52
20/08/22Barrow1–0Harrogate Town2.24/3.27/3.35
26/02/22Barrow0–0Harrogate Town2.66/3.19/2.76
21/08/21Harrogate Town2–1Barrow2.27/3.42/3.06

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: Barrow

W 83D 71L 122
Over 2.543
Goals scored303

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