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Stevenage vs Barrow

The Lamex Stadium, Stevenage, Hertfordshire2 December 2022 at 19:45
50
Away

Barrow

Referee: M. Donohue

Match Events

Stevenage
Barrow
Kick Off
J. Reeves

assist: S. Earley

18′
40′George Ray
Half Time
J. Reid
50′
56′
B. WhitfieldS. Foley
Alex Gilbey63′
Luther James-Wildin65′
70′
J. KayR. Bennett
70′
T. WhiteS. Nwabuokei
D. Sweeney

assist: J. Reeves

75′
L. Norris

Penalty

78′
T. Warren

Own Goal

86′
D. CampbellJ. Taylor
88′
J. ReidD. Rose
90+2′
L. NorrisD. Amoo
90+2′
A. GilbeyM. Clark
90+3′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal0
2Shots off Goal7
8Total Shots10
2Blocked Shots3
5Shots insidebox5
3Shots outsidebox5
14Fouls14
5Corner Kicks2
3Offsides2
50%Ball Possession50%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves0
332Total passes337
215Passes accurate180
65%Passes %53%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Stevenage is 6.83, compared to 6.63 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. Stevenage's highest-rated starter is C. Piergianni (7.14), while Barrow's best-rated player is B. Whitfield (6.81).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Stevenage have contributed 22 goals and 7 assists this season, led by J. Reid (14G). Barrow's starters account for 14 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by J. Gordon (9G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Stevenage deploy 4 defenders rated 6.88 on average, against Barrow's 4-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

Stevenage field 4 midfielders averaging 6.74, versus Barrow's 5 rated 6.81. 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

Stevenage start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.58, compared to 1 for Barrow averaging 6.54. 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 63% for Stevenage and 67% 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

Stevenage's starters have collected 31 yellow cards this season, compared to 17 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 Stevenage's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: S. Earley (23), oldest: C. Piergianni (33)), while Barrow average 31.3 (youngest: B. Whitfield (29), 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

Stevenage's starters average 30 league appearances each, versus 28 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.

Stevenage4-3-1-24-2-3-1Barrow
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Ashby-H.2James-W.6Sweeney5Piergia.20Earley4Reeves10Campbell17Gilbey11Roberts9Norris19Reid1Farman21Warren25Ray6Canavan3Brough14Neal13White34Whitfie.9Waters11Kay10Gordon

Substitutes

Coach: S. Evans

Substitutes

Coach: P. Wild

StevenagePosition StrengthBarrow
6.83
Avg Rating
6.63
6.95Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.88Defender (4 v 4)6.53
6G 3A2G 2A
6.74Midfielder (4 v 5)6.81
2G 1A3G 3A
6.58Forward (2 v 1)6.54
14G 3A9G 0A
Stevenage4-3-1-2
12GoalkeeperT. Ashby-Hammond7.0
2DefenderL. James-Wildin6.81G2A
6DefenderD. Sweeney6.82G
5DefenderC. Piergianni7.13G1A
20DefenderS. Earley6.8
4MidfielderJ. Reeves
10MidfielderD. Campbell
17MidfielderA. Gilbey
11MidfielderJ. Roberts6.72G1A
9ForwardL. Norris
19ForwardJ. Reid6.614G3A
Barrow4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperP. Farman
21DefenderT. Warren
25DefenderG. Ray
6DefenderN. Canavan6.52G2A
3DefenderP. Brough
14MidfielderH. Neal
13MidfielderT. White
34MidfielderB. Whitfield6.83G3A
9MidfielderB. Waters
11MidfielderJ. Kay
10ForwardJ. Gordon6.59G

Match Summary

Stevenage defeated Barrow 5:0. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by J. Reeves 18′, J. Reid 50′, D. Sweeney 75′, L. Norris 78′ (pen.), T. Warren 86′ (o.g.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Stevenage had 50% possession while Barrow held 50%. Stevenage had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (0 on target) for Barrow. Stevenage made 4 substitutions, Barrow made 3.

Rivalry since 2020

Stevenage vs Barrow Head to Head Results

5 stretnutí
Stevenage
3
wins
Drawn
2
Barrow
0
wins
Total goals
7 · 1.4/match
Both scored
2/5 · 40%
Over 2.5
1/5 · 20%

Recent Form

Stevenage

WDWDLW

Barrow

LLLWLL

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

Stevenage dominates

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

Stevenage4wins
2draws6 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

33%

Games with 3+ goals

33%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (50%) — the odds may underestimate Stevenage.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.6%

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 52.4%Draw 29.7%Away 23.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.883.304.20
Max1.943.514.33
Over 2.5: 45.5%Under 2.5: 60.6%
Market favourite:Stevenage · 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 market49.8%27.5%22.7%
Public market49.6%28.6%21.8%
Δ0.1%1.1%0.9%

Stevenage vs Barrow — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Stevenage
Result vs. Market: Stevenage (52%)

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.

StevenageHalf-time:10Barrow
8Shots10
4Shots 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
08/05/23Barrow0–1Stevenage3.21/3.23/2.29
02/12/22Stevenage5–0Barrow1.91/3.37/4.26
12/02/22Barrow0–0Stevenage2.37/3.19/3.14
07/08/21Stevenage1–0Barrow2.18/3.18/3.44
27/03/21Stevenage2–1Barrow2.41/3.05/3.19
12/09/20Barrow1–1Stevenage2.19/3.35/3.32

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: Stevenage

W 155D 130L 165
Over 2.544
Goals scored533

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