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Barrow vs Rochdale

SO Legal Stadium, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria2 January 2023 at 15:00
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Referee: S. Oldham

Match Events

Barrow
Rochdale
Kick Off
35′Scott Quigley
Half Time
H. NealR. Gotts
63′
J. StevensJ. Gordon
63′
Ben Whitfield66′
75′
L. KellyI. Henderson
77′James Ball
C. BrownT. Warren
79′
B. WhitfieldS. Foley
79′
82′
D. RodneyT. Sinclair
82′
D. Lloyd-McGoldrickA. Odoh
90+5′Tyrese Sinclair
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal0
7Shots off Goal3
17Total Shots4
8Blocked Shots1
12Shots insidebox1
5Shots outsidebox3
11Fouls15
3Corner Kicks2
1Offsides3
55%Ball Possession45%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves2
385Total passes343
238Passes accurate195
62%Passes %57%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Barrow is 6.67, compared to — for Rochdale. 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 Rochdale's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Barrow have contributed 5 goals and 5 assists this season, led by B. Whitfield (3G). Rochdale'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

Barrow deploy 4 defenders rated 6.53 on average, against Rochdale'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 5 midfielders averaging 6.81, versus Rochdale'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

Barrow start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Rochdale 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 —% for Rochdale. 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 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Rochdale. 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 31.5 (youngest: B. Whitfield (29), oldest: N. Canavan (34)), while Rochdale 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

Barrow's starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 0 for Rochdale. 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.

Barrow4-2-3-14-2-3-1Rochdale
GKDEFMIDFWD
22Moloney2Brown25Ray6Canavan3Brough14Neal13White35Stevens9Waters34Whitfie.26Bennett1O'Donne.2Seriki15Graham6Ebanks-.3White13Keohane7Kelly25Lloyd-M.8Ball10Rodney18Quigley

Substitutes

Coach: P. Wild

Substitutes

Coach: J. Bentley

BarrowPosition StrengthRochdale
6.67
Avg Rating
6.53Defender (4 v 4)
2G 2A0G 0A
6.81Midfielder (5 v 5)
3G 3A0G 0A
Barrow4-2-3-1
22GoalkeeperS. Moloney
2DefenderC. Brown
25DefenderG. Ray
6DefenderN. Canavan6.52G2A
3DefenderP. Brough
14MidfielderH. Neal
13MidfielderT. White
35MidfielderJ. Stevens
9MidfielderB. Waters
34MidfielderB. Whitfield6.83G3A
26ForwardR. Bennett
Rochdale4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperR. O'Donnell
2DefenderF. Seriki
15DefenderS. Graham
6DefenderE. Ebanks-Landell
3DefenderA. White
13MidfielderJ. Keohane
7MidfielderL. Kelly
25MidfielderD. Lloyd-McGoldrick
8MidfielderJ. Ball
10MidfielderD. Rodney
18ForwardS. Quigley

Match Summary

Barrow and Rochdale drew 0:0. The match was played in League Two 2022. 4 yellow cards were shown. Barrow had 55% possession while Rochdale held 45%. Barrow had 17 shots (2 on target) compared to 4 (0 on target) for Rochdale. Barrow made 4 substitutions, Rochdale made 3.

Rivalry since 2017

Barrow vs Rochdale Head to Head Results

5 stretnutí
Barrow
1
wins
Drawn
1
Rochdale
3
wins
Total goals
9 · 1.8/match
Both scored
2/5 · 40%
Over 2.5
2/5 · 40%

Recent Form

Barrow

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Rochdale

WDWWDL

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.

Barrow0wins
2draws4 meetings
Rochdale2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1.5

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (51%) — the odds may underestimate Rochdale.

Market Summary

Margin: 6.0%

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 54.0%Draw 29.2%Away 22.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.853.304.33
Max1.863.504.49
Over 2.5: 46.5%Under 2.5: 59.9%
Market favourite:Barrow · Moderate 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 market51.4%27.4%21.3%
Public market51.1%27.0%21.8%

Barrow vs Rochdale — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Barrow (54%)

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.

BarrowHalf-time:00Rochdale
17Shots4
2Shots 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
02/01/23Barrow0–0Rochdale1.85/3.43/4.38
15/10/22Rochdale2–1Barrow2.66/3.17/2.76
12/03/22Rochdale0–0Barrow1.91/3.34/4.20
30/10/21Barrow1–2Rochdale2.50/3.19/2.86

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: Rochdale

W 176D 125L 159
Over 2.552
Goals scored653

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026