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Rochdale vs Hartlepool

Crown Oil Arena, Rochdale, Greater Manchester26 December 2022 at 15:00
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Referee: T. Kirk

Match Events

Rochdale
Hartlepool
Kick Off
39′
R. Menayese

assist: C. Cooke

Benjamin Nelson44′
Half Time
I. Henderson
59′
64′
R. TumiltyJ. Grey
D. Lloyd-McGoldrickD. Rodney
66′
72′Josh Umerah
74′
M. SyllaM. Shelton
77′Jamie Sterry
80′
C. Cooke
81′
J. UmerahW. McDonald
C. JohnA. White
82′
I. HendersonT. Sinclair
82′
90+1′Ben Killip
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal7
2Shots off Goal2
9Total Shots15
5Blocked Shots6
6Shots insidebox9
3Shots outsidebox6
9Fouls16
6Corner Kicks9
4Offsides1
54%Ball Possession46%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves1
393Total passes337
268Passes accurate220
68%Passes %65%

Lineups

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Rochdale have contributed 4 goals and 3 assists this season, led by I. Henderson (4G). Hartlepool'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

Rochdale deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Hartlepool'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

Rochdale field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Hartlepool'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

Rochdale start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Hartlepool 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.

Age & Experience

The average age of Rochdale's starting XI is 41.0 (youngest: I. Henderson (41), oldest: I. Henderson (41)), while Hartlepool average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Rochdale's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 0 for Hartlepool. 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.

Rochdale4-4-23-4-1-2Hartlepool
GKDEFMIDFWD
1O'Donne.2Seriki6Ebanks-.16Nelson24John11Odoh20Diagour.27Malley25Lloyd-M.40Henders.18Quigley1Killip23Menayese5Murray3Ferguson2Sterry20Sylla8Feather.26Tumilty10Cooke9Umerah19Hamilton

Substitutes

Coach: J. Bentley

Substitutes

Coach: K. Curle

RochdalePosition StrengthHartlepool
Rochdale4-4-2
1GoalkeeperR. O'Donnell
2DefenderF. Seriki
6DefenderE. Ebanks-Landell
16DefenderB. Nelson
24DefenderC. John
11MidfielderA. Odoh
20MidfielderT. Diagouraga
27MidfielderC. Malley
25MidfielderD. Lloyd-McGoldrick
40ForwardI. Henderson4G3A
18ForwardS. Quigley
Hartlepool3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperB. Killip
23DefenderR. Menayese
5DefenderE. Murray
3DefenderD. Ferguson
2MidfielderJ. Sterry
20MidfielderM. Sylla
8MidfielderN. Featherstone
26MidfielderR. Tumilty
10ForwardC. Cooke
9ForwardJ. Umerah
19ForwardJ. Hamilton

Match Summary

Hartlepool defeated Rochdale 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by R. Menayese 39′, I. Henderson 59′, C. Cooke 80′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Rochdale had 54% possession while Hartlepool held 46%. Rochdale had 9 shots (2 on target) compared to 15 (7 on target) for Hartlepool. Rochdale made 3 substitutions, Hartlepool made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Rochdale vs Hartlepool Head to Head Results

14 stretnutí
Rochdale
7
wins
Drawn
2
Hartlepool
5
wins
Total goals
42 · 3.0/match
Both scored
8/14 · 57%
Over 2.5
10/14 · 71%

Recent Form

Rochdale

WDWWDL

Hartlepool

LWWLDD

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.

Rochdale4wins
0draws8 meetings
Hartlepool4wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.5

Average goals per game

63%

Games with 3+ goals

38%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (75%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (48%) — the odds may underestimate Rochdale.

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 50.0%Draw 29.2%Away 26.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.003.383.70
Max2.003.504.02
Over 2.5: 49.5%Under 2.5: 54.6%
Market favourite:Rochdale · 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 market47.9%28.3%23.8%
Public market47.7%27.2%25.1%
Δ0.2%1.1%1.3%

Rochdale vs Hartlepool — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Hartlepool
Result vs. Market: Rochdale (50%)

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.

RochdaleHalf-time:01Hartlepool
9Shots15
2Shots on target7

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
28/04/07Rochdale2–0Hartlepool2.59/3.35/2.32
21/01/23Hartlepool2–0Rochdale2.43/3.24/2.99
26/12/22Rochdale1–2Hartlepool2.00/3.43/3.84
18/04/22Rochdale2–1Hartlepool2.03/3.28/3.80
08/12/21Hartlepool2–1Rochdale2.74/3.39/2.51
03/08/13Rochdale3–0Hartlepool2.28/3.43/3.23
11/01/14Hartlepool0–3Rochdale2.61/3.38/2.79
15/12/06Hartlepool1–0Rochdale1.60/3.41/5.16

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: Rochdale

W 176D 125L 159
Over 2.552
Goals scored653

Away Record: Hartlepool

W 101D 77L 144
Over 2.546
Goals scored353

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026