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Hartlepool vs Gillingham

The Suit Direct Stadium, Hartlepool, County Durham24 September 2022 at 15:00
Referee: N. Hair

Match Events

Hartlepool
Gillingham
Kick Off
19′Will Wright
36′Stuart O'Keefe
Josh Umerah45′
Half Time
J. UmerahC. Cooke
55′
M. NiangR. Menayese
58′
A. LaceyC. Oduor
68′
M. NdjoliJ. Hamilton
69′
70′
B. ReevesA. MacDonald
79′
H. AdelakunJ. Green
83′
S. OKeefeC. Alexander
89′Max Ehmer
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal0
7Shots off Goal2
15Total Shots4
5Blocked Shots2
9Shots insidebox3
6Shots outsidebox1
14Fouls14
7Corner Kicks2
2Offsides2
52%Ball Possession48%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves2
338Total passes322
179Passes accurate154
53%Passes %48%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Hartlepool is —, compared to 6.86 for Gillingham. 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. Hartlepool's highest-rated starter is —, while Gillingham's best-rated player is G. Morris (6.87).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Hartlepool have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Gillingham's starters account for 4 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by R. McKenzie (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Hartlepool deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Gillingham's 4-man backline averaging 6.84. 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

Hartlepool field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Gillingham's 5 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

Hartlepool start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Gillingham 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 Hartlepool and 55% for Gillingham. 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

Hartlepool's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Gillingham. 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 Hartlepool's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Gillingham average 34.5 (youngest: R. McKenzie (27), oldest: G. Morris (42)). 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

Hartlepool's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 34 for Gillingham. 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.

Hartlepool4-5-14-2-3-1Gillingham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Killip4Niang24Lacey5Murray3Ferguson26Tumilty20Sylla6Shelton18Ndjoli11McDonald9Umerah1Morris14McKenzie4Wright5Ehmer17Law8O'Keefe6Williams21Adelakun11Reeves24Kashket9Mandron

Substitutes

Coach: K. Curle

Substitutes

Coach: N. Harris

HartlepoolPosition StrengthGillingham
Avg Rating
6.86
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.87
0G 0A0G 1A
Defender (4 v 4)6.84
0G 0A4G 0A
Hartlepool4-5-1
1GoalkeeperB. Killip
4DefenderM. Niang
24DefenderA. Lacey
5DefenderE. Murray
3DefenderD. Ferguson
26MidfielderR. Tumilty
20MidfielderM. Sylla
6MidfielderM. Shelton
18MidfielderM. Ndjoli
11MidfielderW. McDonald
9ForwardJ. Umerah
Gillingham4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperG. Morris6.91A
14DefenderR. McKenzie6.84G
4DefenderW. Wright
5DefenderM. Ehmer
17DefenderR. Law
8MidfielderS. O'Keefe
6MidfielderS. Williams
21MidfielderH. Adelakun
11MidfielderB. Reeves
24MidfielderS. Kashket
9ForwardM. Mandron

Match Summary

Hartlepool and Gillingham drew 0:0. The match was played in League Two 2022. 4 yellow cards were shown. Hartlepool had 52% possession while Gillingham held 48%. Hartlepool had 15 shots (3 on target) compared to 4 (0 on target) for Gillingham. Hartlepool made 4 substitutions, Gillingham made 3.

Rivalry since 2018

Hartlepool vs Gillingham Head to Head Results

2 stretnutí
Hartlepool
0
wins
Drawn
1
Gillingham
1
wins
Total goals
2 · 1.0/match
Both scored
0/2 · 0%
Over 2.5
0/2 · 0%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 20 v 2023All 2 meetings

Recent Form

Hartlepool

LWWLDD

Gillingham

WLLLDW

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.

Hartlepool0wins
1draws2 meetings
Gillingham1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1

Average goals per game

0%

Games with 3+ goals

0%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (33%) — the odds may underestimate Gillingham.

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 35.8%Draw 31.6%Away 37.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.703.102.60
Max2.933.252.70
Over 2.5: 45.5%Under 2.5: 60.6%
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 market33.0%30.7%36.2%
Public market35.3%29.3%35.3%
Δ2.3%1.4%0.9%

Hartlepool vs Gillingham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Gillingham (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.

HartlepoolHalf-time:00Gillingham
15Shots4
3Shots on target0

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
14/01/23Gillingham2–0Hartlepool2.15/3.18/3.64
24/09/22Hartlepool0–0Gillingham2.79/3.17/2.66

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: Hartlepool

W 101D 77L 144
Over 2.546
Goals scored353

Away Record: Gillingham

W 140D 106L 122
Over 2.540
Goals scored446

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026