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Hartlepool vs Harrogate Town

The Suit Direct Stadium, Hartlepool, County Durham1 January 2023 at 15:00

Match Events

Hartlepool
Harrogate Town
Kick Off
4′
A. Pattison
Josh Umerah37′
J. Umerah

assist: J. Hamilton

45′
Half Time
M. Sylla
46′
49′
S. Folarin

assist: L. Armstrong

M. Shelton

assist: N. Featherstone

63′
73′
G. Thomson
C. CookeW. McDonald
81′
J. UmerahC. Missilou
87′
88′Kayne Ramsay
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal5
8Shots off Goal2
20Total Shots11
6Blocked Shots4
16Shots insidebox8
4Shots outsidebox3
4Fouls11
2Corner Kicks4
1Offsides1
53%Ball Possession47%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
368Total passes343
207Passes accurate192
56%Passes %56%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Hartlepool is —, compared to 6.62 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. Hartlepool's highest-rated starter is —, while Harrogate Town's best-rated player is W. Burrell (6.73).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Hartlepool have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Harrogate Town's starters account for 6 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by J. Muldoon (5G). 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 Harrogate Town's 4-man backline averaging 6.73. 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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Harrogate Town's 5 rated 6.56. 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 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 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 —% for Hartlepool and 67% 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

Hartlepool's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 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 Hartlepool's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Harrogate Town average 34.7 (youngest: G. Thomson (33), oldest: J. Muldoon (36)). 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 23 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.

Hartlepool4-3-34-2-3-1Harrogate Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Killip6Shelton23Menayese3Ferguson26Tumilty10Cooke8Feather.20Sylla12Grey9Umerah19Hamilton21Jameson20Ramsay6Burrell3Mattock15Headley17Austerf.16Pattison18Muldoon7Thomson12Folarin29Armstro.

Substitutes

Coach: K. Curle

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

HartlepoolPosition StrengthHarrogate Town
Avg Rating
6.62
Defender (4 v 4)6.73
0G 0A1G 1A
Midfielder (3 v 5)6.56
0G 0A5G 1A
Hartlepool4-3-3
1GoalkeeperB. Killip
6DefenderM. Shelton
23DefenderR. Menayese
3DefenderD. Ferguson
26DefenderR. Tumilty
10MidfielderC. Cooke
8MidfielderN. Featherstone
20MidfielderM. Sylla
12ForwardJ. Grey
9ForwardJ. Umerah
19ForwardJ. Hamilton
Harrogate Town4-2-3-1
21GoalkeeperP. Jameson
20DefenderK. Ramsay
6DefenderW. Burrell6.71G1A
3DefenderJ. Mattock
15DefenderJ. Headley
17MidfielderJ. Austerfield
16MidfielderA. Pattison
18MidfielderJ. Muldoon6.55G1A
7MidfielderG. Thomson6.6
12MidfielderS. Folarin
29ForwardL. Armstrong

Match Summary

Hartlepool and Harrogate Town drew 3:3. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by A. Pattison 4′, J. Umerah 45′, M. Sylla 46′, S. Folarin 49′, M. Shelton 63′, G. Thomson 73′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Hartlepool had 53% possession while Harrogate Town held 47%. Hartlepool had 20 shots (6 on target) compared to 11 (5 on target) for Harrogate Town. Hartlepool made 2 substitutions, Harrogate Town made 0.

Rivalry since 2018

Hartlepool vs Harrogate Town Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Hartlepool
4
wins
Drawn
1
Harrogate Town
6
wins
Total goals
39 · 3.5/match
Both scored
9/11 · 82%
Over 2.5
9/11 · 82%

Recent Form

Hartlepool

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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.

Hartlepool2wins
1draws4 meetings
Harrogate Town1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

4.3

Average goals per game

100%

Games with 3+ goals

100%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (50%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (37%) — the odds may underestimate Hartlepool.

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 39.2%Draw 30.0%Away 35.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.503.252.70
Max2.603.402.86
Over 2.5: 50.5%Under 2.5: 53.2%
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 market37.2%28.9%33.9%
Public market38.0%28.0%34.0%

Hartlepool vs Harrogate Town — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Hartlepool (39%)

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:11Harrogate Town
20Shots11
6Shots on target5

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
01/01/23Hartlepool3–3Harrogate Town2.55/3.33/2.79
15/10/22Harrogate Town2–1Hartlepool2.26/3.32/3.25
05/03/22Harrogate Town1–2Hartlepool2.24/3.33/3.27
23/10/21Hartlepool3–2Harrogate Town2.73/3.10/2.69

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: 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