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Hartlepool vs Walsall

The Suit Direct Stadium, Hartlepool, County Durham25 February 2023 at 15:00
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Referee: D. Drysdale

Match Events

Hartlepool
Walsall
Kick Off
33′
T. Knowles

assist: B. Comley

Half Time
49′
I. Hutchinson

assist: M. Stevens

D. Kemp

Penalty

56′
T. ForanM. Niang
59′
61′Emmanuel Monthe
P. HartleyM. Dolan
70′
72′
M. Stevens

assist: I. Hutchinson

76′
Y. SongooL. Kinsella
N. FeatherstoneO. Finney
80′
J. HamiltonL. Clarke
80′
80′
M. StevensA. Williams
Daniel Kemp83′
89′Tom Knowles
90+4′
R. WillmottJ. Low
90+4′
T. KnowlesD. James-Taylor
D. Kemp

Penalty

90+1′
C. Jennings
90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal6
3Shots off Goal3
8Total Shots11
1Blocked Shots2
6Shots insidebox8
2Shots outsidebox3
6Fouls15
6Corner Kicks5
1Offsides6
59%Ball Possession41%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves1
326Total passes234
199Passes accurate116
61%Passes %50%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Hartlepool is —, compared to 6.61 for Walsall. 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 Walsall's best-rated player is B. Comley (6.61).

Defensive Solidity

Hartlepool deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Walsall'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

Hartlepool field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Walsall's 4 rated 6.61. 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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Walsall 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 74% for Walsall. 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 Walsall. 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 Walsall average 30.0 (youngest: B. Comley (30), oldest: B. Comley (30)). 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 38 for Walsall. 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.

Hartlepool3-5-23-4-1-2Walsall
GKDEFMIDFWD
41Stolarc.35Foran39Hartley15Pruti44Kiernan20Sylla8Feather.40Kemp3Ferguson19Hamilton36Jennings1Evans42Songo'o5Daniels6Monthe2White14Comley31Willmott21Allen10Knowles23Hutchin.20Stevens

Substitutes

Coach: J. Askey

Substitutes

Coach: M. Flynn

HartlepoolPosition StrengthWalsall
Avg Rating
6.61
Midfielder (5 v 4)6.61
0G 0A0G 0A
Hartlepool3-5-2
41GoalkeeperJ. Stolarczyk
35DefenderT. Foran
39DefenderP. Hartley
15DefenderE. Pruti
44MidfielderB. Kiernan
20MidfielderM. Sylla
8MidfielderN. Featherstone
40MidfielderD. Kemp
3MidfielderD. Ferguson
19ForwardJ. Hamilton
36ForwardC. Jennings
Walsall3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperO. Evans
42DefenderY. Songo'o
5DefenderD. Daniels
6DefenderE. Monthe
2MidfielderH. White
14MidfielderB. Comley6.6
31MidfielderR. Willmott
21MidfielderT. Allen
10ForwardT. Knowles
23ForwardI. Hutchinson
20ForwardM. Stevens

Match Summary

Hartlepool and Walsall drew 3:3. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by T. Knowles 33′, I. Hutchinson 49′, D. Kemp 56′ (pen.), M. Stevens 72′, D. Kemp 90′ (pen.), C. Jennings 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Hartlepool had 59% possession while Walsall held 41%. Hartlepool had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 11 (6 on target) for Walsall. Hartlepool made 4 substitutions, Walsall made 4.

Rivalry since 2011

Hartlepool vs Walsall Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Hartlepool
1
wins
Drawn
4
Walsall
2
wins
Total goals
14 · 2.0/match
Both scored
3/7 · 43%
Over 2.5
2/7 · 29%

Recent Form

Hartlepool

LWWLDD

Walsall

LLWLLD

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
1draws6 meetings
Walsall3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.7

Average goals per game

67%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (67%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (27%) — the odds may underestimate Hartlepool.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.9%

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 29.0%Draw 32.0%Away 44.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.403.002.20
Max3.533.272.25
Over 2.5: 45.5%Under 2.5: 60.6%
Market favourite:Walsall · 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 market27.4%29.6%43.0%
Public market27.5%30.1%42.4%

Hartlepool vs Walsall — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Walsall (45%)

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:01Walsall
8Shots11
4Shots on target6

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
25/02/23Hartlepool3–3Walsall3.44/3.12/2.23
30/07/22Walsall4–0Hartlepool2.24/3.28/3.33
26/02/22Walsall3–1Hartlepool2.39/3.20/3.06
21/08/21Hartlepool2–0Walsall2.23/3.28/3.27
12/08/06Walsall2–0Hartlepool1.97/3.23/3.40
10/02/07Hartlepool3–1Walsall2.24/3.22/2.81

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: Walsall

W 132D 109L 117
Over 2.545
Goals scored444

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026