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Stevenage vs Leyton Orient

The Lamex Stadium, Stevenage, Hertfordshire21 January 2023 at 15:00
Referee: S. Oldham

Match Events

Stevenage
Leyton Orient
Kick Off
J. Reid

assist: D. Sweeney

6′
J. Roberts

assist: J. Reid

11′
Terence Vancooten19′
35′
A. ThompsonH. Smith
36′Idris El Mizouni
45′Idris El Mizouni
45′Idris El Mizouni
Half Time
46′
C. KelmanC. Clay
48′Harry Smith
67′
P. SmythT. Archibald
Carl Piergianni70′
82′
R. SotiriouG. Moncur
D. RoseL. Norris
89′
J. ReidD. Horgan
90+2′
A. GilbeyD. Campbell
90+4′
C. PiergianniM. Bostwick
90+2′
T. VancootenJ. Tomkinson
90+3′
L. Norris
90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal0
6Shots off Goal3
20Total Shots8
6Blocked Shots5
15Shots insidebox3
5Shots outsidebox5
11Fouls13
5Corner Kicks4
4Offsides2
47%Ball Possession53%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards1
0Goalkeeper Saves5
303Total passes348
169Passes accurate198
56%Passes %57%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Stevenage is 6.83, compared to 6.90 for Leyton Orient. 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 Leyton Orient's best-rated player is I. El Mizouni (6.90).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Stevenage have contributed 22 goals and 7 assists this season, led by J. Reid (14G). Leyton Orient's starters account for 5 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by I. El Mizouni (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

Stevenage deploy 5 defenders rated 6.91 on average, against Leyton Orient'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

Stevenage field 3 midfielders averaging 6.74, versus Leyton Orient's 5 rated 6.90. 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 Leyton Orient 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 64% for Stevenage and 87% for Leyton Orient. 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 26 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Leyton Orient. 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 30.0 (youngest: T. Ashby-Hammond (26), oldest: C. Piergianni (33)), while Leyton Orient average 25.0 (youngest: I. El Mizouni (25), oldest: I. El Mizouni (25)). 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 32 league appearances each, versus 24 for Leyton Orient. 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.

Stevenage5-3-24-2-3-1Leyton Orient
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Ashby-H.2James-W.6Sweeney15Vancoot.5Piergia.3Clark11Roberts4Reeves17Gilbey19Reid32Rose22Vigouro.6Thompson43Turns33McCart32Hunt18Pratley12Brown10Sotiriou15Mizouni7Smyth23Kelman

Substitutes

Coach: S. Evans

Substitutes

Coach: R. Wellens

StevenagePosition StrengthLeyton Orient
6.83
Avg Rating
6.90
6.95Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.91Defender (5 v 4)
6G 3A0G 0A
6.74Midfielder (3 v 5)6.90
2G 1A5G 1A
6.58Forward (2 v 1)
14G 3A0G 0A
Stevenage5-3-2
12GoalkeeperT. Ashby-Hammond7.0
2DefenderL. James-Wildin6.81G2A
6DefenderD. Sweeney6.82G
15DefenderT. Vancooten
5DefenderC. Piergianni7.13G1A
3DefenderM. Clark
11MidfielderJ. Roberts6.72G1A
4MidfielderJ. Reeves
17MidfielderA. Gilbey
19ForwardJ. Reid6.614G3A
32ForwardD. Rose
Leyton Orient4-2-3-1
22GoalkeeperL. Vigouroux
6DefenderA. Thompson
43DefenderE. Turns
33DefenderJ. McCart
32DefenderR. Hunt
18MidfielderD. Pratley
12MidfielderJ. Brown
10MidfielderR. Sotiriou
15MidfielderI. El Mizouni6.95G1A
7MidfielderP. Smyth
23ForwardC. Kelman

Match Summary

Stevenage defeated Leyton Orient 3:0. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by J. Reid 6′, J. Roberts 11′, L. Norris 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Stevenage had 47% possession while Leyton Orient held 53%. Stevenage had 20 shots (8 on target) compared to 8 (0 on target) for Leyton Orient. Stevenage made 5 substitutions, Leyton Orient made 4.

Rivalry since 2011

Stevenage vs Leyton Orient Head to Head Results

26 stretnutí
Stevenage
6
wins
Drawn
8
Leyton Orient
12
wins
Total goals
53 · 2.0/match
Both scored
7/26 · 27%
Over 2.5
11/26 · 42%

Recent Form

Stevenage

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Leyton Orient

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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.

Stevenage2wins
5draws10 meetings
Leyton Orient3wins

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

50%

Games with 3+ goals

20%

Both teams scored

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 47.3%Draw 31.4%Away 26.4%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.103.103.70
Max2.143.253.92
Over 2.5: 42.6%Under 2.5: 63.7%
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 market45.2%30.2%24.7%
Public market45.3%29.3%25.4%

Stevenage vs Leyton Orient — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Stevenage
Result vs. Market: Stevenage (47%)

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:20Leyton Orient
20Shots8
8Shots 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
21/01/23Stevenage3–0Leyton Orient2.11/3.18/3.79
27/12/22Leyton Orient0–0Stevenage2.27/3.12/3.37
05/03/22Leyton Orient2–2Stevenage2.11/3.24/3.74
23/10/21Stevenage0–0Leyton Orient3.15/3.22/2.30
09/03/21Leyton Orient0–0Stevenage2.47/2.99/3.19
24/10/20Stevenage0–2Leyton Orient2.43/3.43/2.85
01/02/20Stevenage0–3Leyton Orient2.66/3.26/2.79
17/08/19Leyton Orient0–0Stevenage2.08/3.44/3.73
16/08/16Leyton Orient3–0Stevenage1.81/3.63/4.82
28/02/17Stevenage4–1Leyton Orient1.84/3.74/4.43

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: Leyton Orient

W 134D 99L 125
Over 2.546
Goals scored462

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026