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Grimsby vs Harrogate Town

Blundell Park, Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire23 December 2023 at 15:00
Referee: A. Herczeg

Match Events

Grimsby
Harrogate Town
Kick Off
41′
M. Foulds
Half Time
A. HuntK. Green
57′
K. ContehG. Holohan
57′
A. GnahouaR. Pyke
67′
72′
A. Odoh

assist: M. Daly

86′
D. CorneliusL. Sutton
T. MullarkeyM. Efete
87′
87′
J. MuldoonJ. March
Anthony Driscoll-Glennon90+3′
90+4′Josh March
90′
A. OdohJ. Sivi
K. Green

assist: A. Driscoll-Glennon

90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

1Shots on Goal5
6Shots off Goal4
14Total Shots14
7Blocked Shots5
9Shots insidebox10
5Shots outsidebox4
11Fouls7
9Corner Kicks6
0Offsides4
57%Ball Possession43%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves0
435Total passes332
350Passes accurate246
80%Passes %74%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Grimsby is 6.76, compared to 6.70 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. Grimsby's highest-rated starter is H. Rodgers (6.98), while Harrogate Town's best-rated player is L. Gibson (6.84).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Grimsby have contributed 5 goals and 2 assists this season, led by H. Rodgers (3G). Harrogate Town's starters account for 6 goals and 5 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

Grimsby deploy 4 defenders rated 6.98 on average, against Harrogate Town's 4-man backline averaging 6.79. 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

Grimsby field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Harrogate Town's 5 rated 6.57. 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

Grimsby start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.53, compared to 1 for Harrogate Town averaging 6.55. 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 58% for Grimsby and 69% 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

Grimsby's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 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 Grimsby's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: H. Rodgers (29), oldest: D. Rose (32)), while Harrogate Town average 33.4 (youngest: L. Gibson (28), 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

Grimsby's starters average 29 league appearances each, versus 22 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.

Grimsby4-2-3-14-2-3-1Harrogate Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Cartwri.28Mullark.5Rodgers31Maher3Driscol.42Conteh15Clifton14Gnahoua29Hunt7Eisa32Rose31Belshaw20Ramsay6Burrell30Gibson23Foulds8Corneli.22Dooley7Thomson9Odoh10Daly18Muldoon

Substitutes

Coach: D. Artell

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

GrimsbyPosition StrengthHarrogate Town
6.76
Avg Rating
6.70
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.80
0G 0A0G 0A
6.98Defender (4 v 4)6.79
3G 2A1G 4A
Midfielder (5 v 5)6.57
0G 0A0G 0A
6.53Forward (1 v 1)6.55
2G 0A5G 1A
Grimsby4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperH. Cartwright
28DefenderT. Mullarkey
5DefenderH. Rodgers7.03G2A
31DefenderN. Maher
3DefenderA. Driscoll-Glennon
42MidfielderK. Conteh
15MidfielderH. Clifton
14MidfielderA. Gnahoua
29MidfielderA. Hunt
7MidfielderAbobaker Eisa
32ForwardD. Rose6.52G
Harrogate Town4-2-3-1
31GoalkeeperJ. Belshaw6.8
20DefenderK. Ramsay
6DefenderW. Burrell6.71G1A
30DefenderL. Gibson6.83A
23DefenderM. Foulds
8MidfielderD. Cornelius
22MidfielderS. Dooley
7MidfielderG. Thomson6.6
9MidfielderA. Odoh
10MidfielderM. Daly
18ForwardJ. Muldoon6.55G1A

Match Summary

Harrogate Town defeated Grimsby 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2023. Goals were scored by M. Foulds 41′, A. Odoh 72′, K. Green 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Grimsby had 57% possession while Harrogate Town held 43%. Grimsby had 14 shots (1 on target) compared to 14 (5 on target) for Harrogate Town. Grimsby made 4 substitutions, Harrogate Town made 3.

Rivalry since 2015

Grimsby vs Harrogate Town Head to Head Results

10 stretnutí
Grimsby
2
wins
Drawn
3
Harrogate Town
5
wins
Total goals
32 · 3.2/match
Both scored
7/10 · 70%
Over 2.5
7/10 · 70%

Recent Form

Grimsby

DWWWLW

Harrogate Town

LWWLLW

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

Harrogate Town dominates

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

Grimsby1wins
3draws10 meetings
Harrogate Town6wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3

Average goals per game

70%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (54%) — the odds may underestimate Harrogate Town.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.7%

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 55.2%Draw 26.9%Away 23.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.803.604.00
Max1.833.824.59
Over 2.5: 50.5%Under 2.5: 53.2%
Market favourite:Grimsby · 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 market53.7%25.3%21.0%
Public market52.0%25.4%22.6%
Δ1.7%1.6%

Grimsby vs Harrogate Town — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Harrogate Town
Result vs. Market: Grimsby (55%)

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.

GrimsbyHalf-time:01Harrogate Town
14Shots14
1Shots 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
03/04/26Grimsby1–3Harrogate Town1.51/4.00/5.75
09/08/25Harrogate Town3–3Grimsby2.92/3.34/2.33
12/04/25Harrogate Town2–2Grimsby3.76/3.38/1.98
26/12/24Grimsby2–1Harrogate Town1.70/3.77/4.77
09/04/24Harrogate Town1–0Grimsby2.78/3.47/2.46
23/12/23Grimsby1–2Harrogate Town1.81/3.72/4.26
21/02/23Grimsby0–0Harrogate Town1.76/3.73/4.65
26/12/22Harrogate Town3–2Grimsby2.88/3.35/2.44
27/02/21Harrogate Town1–0Grimsby1.81/3.55/4.46
20/10/20Grimsby1–2Harrogate Town3.46/3.43/2.13

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: Grimsby

W 223D 181L 277
Over 2.548
Goals scored792

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