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Hartlepool vs Stevenage

The Suit Direct Stadium, Hartlepool, County Durham10 April 2023 at 15:00
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Referee: P. Howard

Match Events

Hartlepool
Stevenage
Kick Off
25′
D. Rose

assist: L. James-Wildin

Euan Murray28′
T. ForanM. Sylla
36′
43′Terence Vancooten
Half Time
N. Featherstone

assist: D. Kemp

46′
54′
T. VancootenJ. Taylor
57′Alex Gilbey
N. FeatherstoneW. McDonald
69′
74′
M. BostwickJ. Forster-Caskey
D. KempT. Crawford
83′
C. CookeO. Finney
83′
89′
J. ReidD. Horgan
90+1′Jake Forster-Caskey
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal4
1Shots off Goal7
6Total Shots16
3Blocked Shots5
4Shots insidebox12
2Shots outsidebox4
10Fouls8
4Corner Kicks6
4Offsides4
60%Ball Possession40%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves1
374Total passes246
245Passes accurate126
66%Passes %51%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Hartlepool is —, compared to 6.81 for Stevenage. 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 Stevenage's best-rated player is C. Piergianni (7.14).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Hartlepool have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Stevenage's starters account for 22 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by J. Reid (14G). 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 5 defenders rated — on average, against Stevenage's 4-man backline averaging 6.91. 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 Stevenage's 5 rated 6.66. 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 1 for Stevenage 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 64% for Stevenage. 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 26 for Stevenage. 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 Stevenage average 30.8 (youngest: L. James-Wildin (28), oldest: C. Piergianni (33)). 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 37 for Stevenage. 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.

Hartlepool5-3-24-2-3-1Stevenage
GKDEFMIDFWD
41Stolarc.37Dodds35Foran5Murray15Pruti3Ferguson10Cooke8Feather.40Kemp9Umerah36Jennings29Lo-Tuta.2James-W.6Sweeney5Piergia.3Clark18Bostwick15Vancoot.11Roberts17Gilbey19Reid32Rose

Substitutes

Coach: J. Askey

Substitutes

Coach: S. Evans

HartlepoolPosition StrengthStevenage
Avg Rating
6.81
Defender (5 v 4)6.91
0G 0A6G 3A
Midfielder (3 v 5)6.66
0G 0A16G 4A
Hartlepool5-3-2
41GoalkeeperJ. Stolarczyk
37DefenderD. Dodds
35DefenderT. Foran
5DefenderE. Murray
15DefenderE. Pruti
3DefenderD. Ferguson
10MidfielderC. Cooke
8MidfielderN. Featherstone
40MidfielderD. Kemp
9ForwardJ. Umerah
36ForwardC. Jennings
Stevenage4-2-3-1
29GoalkeeperT. Lo-Tutala
2DefenderL. James-Wildin6.81G2A
6DefenderD. Sweeney6.82G
5DefenderC. Piergianni7.13G1A
3DefenderM. Clark
18MidfielderM. Bostwick
15MidfielderT. Vancooten
11MidfielderJ. Roberts6.72G1A
17MidfielderA. Gilbey
19MidfielderJ. Reid6.614G3A
32ForwardD. Rose

Match Summary

Hartlepool and Stevenage drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by D. Rose 25′, N. Featherstone 46′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Hartlepool had 60% possession while Stevenage held 40%. Hartlepool had 6 shots (2 on target) compared to 16 (4 on target) for Stevenage. Hartlepool made 4 substitutions, Stevenage made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Hartlepool vs Stevenage Head to Head Results

14 stretnutí
Hartlepool
1
wins
Drawn
3
Stevenage
10
wins
Total goals
32 · 2.3/match
Both scored
5/14 · 36%
Over 2.5
4/14 · 29%

Recent Form

Hartlepool

LWWLDD

Stevenage

WDWDLW

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

Stevenage dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Hartlepool1wins
2draws10 meetings
Stevenage7wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.6

Average goals per game

30%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 4.8%

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 24.1%Draw 29.1%Away 51.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min4.033.301.91
Max4.203.512.00
Over 2.5: 46.5%Under 2.5: 59.9%
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 market24.0%27.6%48.4%
Public market22.7%27.3%50.0%
Δ1.3%0.3%1.6%

Hartlepool vs Stevenage — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Stevenage (52%)

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:01Stevenage
6Shots16
2Shots on target4

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
10/04/23Hartlepool1–1Stevenage4.14/3.44/1.94
12/11/22Stevenage1–0Hartlepool1.53/4.10/6.48
22/01/22Hartlepool1–1Stevenage2.27/3.23/3.28
02/10/21Stevenage2–0Hartlepool2.23/3.16/3.38
03/09/16Stevenage6–1Hartlepool2.43/3.32/3.09
21/01/17Hartlepool2–0Stevenage3.00/3.34/2.48
22/08/15Stevenage2–0Hartlepool2.20/3.34/3.51
09/02/16Hartlepool1–2Stevenage2.43/3.42/3.01
09/08/14Stevenage1–0Hartlepool2.12/3.34/3.74
14/02/15Hartlepool1–3Stevenage2.73/3.23/2.76

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: Stevenage

W 155D 130L 165
Over 2.544
Goals scored533

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026