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Barrow vs Doncaster

SO Legal Stadium, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria13 September 2022 at 19:45
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Referee: S. Oldham

Match Events

Barrow
Doncaster
Kick Off
Josh Kay14′
34′Adam Clayton
B. Whitfield
37′
Half Time
54′Lee Tomlin
62′
H. BigginsJ. Taylor
62′
K. HurstM. Woltman
J. KayB. Waters
66′
T. Warren

assist: B. Waters

77′
80′
L. MolyneuxK. Agard
H. NealT. White
90+4′
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal1
7Shots off Goal3
22Total Shots7
7Blocked Shots3
14Shots insidebox5
8Shots outsidebox2
10Fouls10
4Corner Kicks1
0Offsides0
38%Ball Possession62%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves6
313Total passes526
201Passes accurate413
64%Passes %79%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Barrow is 6.60, compared to 6.84 for Doncaster. 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 Doncaster's best-rated player is L. Molyneux (6.84).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Barrow have contributed 14 goals and 5 assists this season, led by J. Gordon (9G). Doncaster's starters account for 8 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by L. Molyneux (8G). 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 Doncaster's 4-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 Doncaster's 5 rated 6.84. 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 1 for Doncaster 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 70% for Doncaster. 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 6 for Doncaster. 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 Doncaster average 27.0 (youngest: L. Molyneux (27), oldest: L. Molyneux (27)). 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 40 for Doncaster. 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.

Barrow4-3-34-2-3-1Doncaster
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Farman21Warren5McClell.6Canavan20Kenlock14Neal16Foley15Gotts34Whitfie.10Gordon11Kay1Mitchell2Knoyle6Williams15Long10Rowe8Clayton14Biggins7Molyneux23Tomlin21Hurst9Miller

Substitutes

Coach: P. Brown

Substitutes

Coach: G. McSheffrey

BarrowPosition StrengthDoncaster
6.60
Avg Rating
6.84
6.53Defender (4 v 4)
2G 2A0G 0A
6.54Midfielder (3 v 5)6.84
0G 0A8G 7A
6.67Forward (3 v 1)
12G 3A0G 0A
Barrow4-3-3
1GoalkeeperP. Farman
21DefenderT. Warren
5DefenderS. McClelland
6DefenderN. Canavan6.52G2A
20DefenderM. Kenlock
14MidfielderH. Neal
16MidfielderS. Foley6.5
15MidfielderR. Gotts
34ForwardB. Whitfield6.83G3A
10ForwardJ. Gordon6.59G
11ForwardJ. Kay
Doncaster4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJ. Mitchell
2DefenderK. Knoyle
6DefenderR. Williams
15DefenderA. Long
10DefenderT. Rowe
8MidfielderA. Clayton
14MidfielderH. Biggins
7MidfielderL. Molyneux6.88G7A
23MidfielderL. Tomlin
21MidfielderK. Hurst
9ForwardG. Miller

Match Summary

Barrow defeated Doncaster 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by B. Whitfield 37′, T. Warren 77′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Barrow had 38% possession while Doncaster held 62%. Barrow had 22 shots (8 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for Doncaster. Barrow made 2 substitutions, Doncaster made 3.

Rivalry since 2023

Barrow vs Doncaster Head to Head Results

6 stretnutí
Barrow
1
wins
Drawn
0
Doncaster
5
wins
Total goals
18 · 3.0/match
Both scored
3/6 · 50%
Over 2.5
3/6 · 50%

Recent Form

Barrow

LLLWLL

Doncaster

WDLWWL

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

Doncaster dominates

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

Barrow2wins
0draws6 meetings
Doncaster4wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.2

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (67%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (47%) — the odds may underestimate Barrow.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.3%

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 49.6%Draw 27.9%Away 27.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.003.403.50
Max2.053.753.72
Over 2.5: 51.8%Under 2.5: 51.8%
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 market47.2%26.8%26.0%
Public market47.5%25.3%27.1%
Δ0.3%1.5%1.1%

Barrow vs Doncaster — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Barrow
Result vs. Market: Barrow (50%)

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:10Doncaster
20Shots7
8Shots 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
29/01/25Barrow1–3Doncaster2.99/3.11/2.46
01/10/24Doncaster1–0Barrow2.19/3.32/3.35
20/04/24Doncaster4–2Barrow2.09/3.51/3.47
30/09/23Barrow3–2Doncaster1.90/3.55/4.02
14/02/23Doncaster1–0Barrow2.32/3.16/3.30
13/09/22Barrow2–0Doncaster2.02/3.59/3.61

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: Doncaster

W 86D 37L 61
Over 2.556
Goals scored277

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026