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Harrogate Town vs Doncaster

EnviroVent Stadium, Harrogate, North Yorkshire6 January 2024 at 13:00
Referee: S. Purkiss

Match Events

Harrogate Town
Doncaster
Kick Off
S. Folarin

assist: A. Odoh

17′
19′
T. Rowe

assist: J. Senior

38′Jamie Sterry
Half Time
S. FolarinJ. Daly
46′
J. Daly

assist: K. Ramsay

66′
72′
H. BigginsG. Broadbent
72′
M. FaalC. Carty
72′
J. SterryT. Nixon
A. Odoh
74′
77′Thomas Nixon
D. CorneliusJ. Falkingham
81′
S. DooleyL. Sutton
81′
85′Joseph Olowu
A. OdohW. Burrell
90+4′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
6Shots off Goal6
11Total Shots17
1Blocked Shots9
6Shots insidebox7
5Shots outsidebox10
8Fouls11
3Corner Kicks4
2Offsides2
47%Ball Possession53%
0Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves1
393Total passes456
278Passes accurate345
71%Passes %76%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Harrogate Town is 6.80, compared to 6.71 for Doncaster. 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. Harrogate Town's highest-rated starter is A. O'Connor (7.23), while Doncaster's best-rated player is O. Bailey (7.02).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Harrogate Town have contributed 5 goals and 5 assists this season, led by J. Muldoon (5G). Doncaster's starters account for 22 goals and 12 assists, spearheaded by O. Bailey (13G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Harrogate Town deploy 4 defenders rated 7.04 on average, against Doncaster's 4-man backline averaging 6.82. 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

Harrogate Town field 5 midfielders averaging 6.57, versus Doncaster's 3 rated 6.73. 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

Harrogate Town start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.55, compared to 3 for Doncaster averaging 6.54. 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 Harrogate Town and 73% for Doncaster. 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

Harrogate Town's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 28 for Doncaster. 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 Harrogate Town's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: L. Gibson (28), oldest: J. Muldoon (36)), while Doncaster average 28.7 (youngest: O. Bailey (26), oldest: J. Ironside (32)). 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

Harrogate Town's starters average 22 league appearances each, versus 30 for Doncaster. 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.

Harrogate Town4-2-3-14-3-3Doncaster
GKDEFMIDFWD
31Belshaw20Ramsay15O'Connor30Gibson23Foulds8Corneli.22Dooley7Thomson9Odoh12Folarin18Muldoon12Jones2Sterry5Olowu17Bailey23Senior14Biggins33Close10Rowe7Molyneux20Ironside36Faal

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

Substitutes

Coach: G. McCann

Harrogate TownPosition StrengthDoncaster
6.80
Avg Rating
6.71
6.80Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.04Defender (4 v 4)6.82
0G 4A13G 5A
6.57Midfielder (5 v 3)6.73
0G 0A1G 0A
6.55Forward (1 v 3)6.54
5G 1A8G 7A
Harrogate Town4-2-3-1
31GoalkeeperJ. Belshaw6.8
20DefenderK. Ramsay
15DefenderA. O'Connor7.21A
30DefenderL. Gibson6.83A
23DefenderM. Foulds
8MidfielderD. Cornelius
22MidfielderS. Dooley
7MidfielderG. Thomson6.6
9MidfielderA. Odoh
12MidfielderS. Folarin
18ForwardJ. Muldoon6.55G1A
Doncaster4-3-3
12GoalkeeperL. Jones
2DefenderJ. Sterry6.71A
5DefenderJ. Olowu
17DefenderO. Bailey7.013G4A
23DefenderJ. Senior6.7
14MidfielderH. Biggins
33MidfielderB. Close6.71G
10MidfielderT. Rowe
7ForwardL. Molyneux6.88G7A
20ForwardJ. Ironside6.3
36ForwardM. Faal

Match Summary

Harrogate Town defeated Doncaster 3:1. The match was played in League Two 2023. Goals were scored by S. Folarin 17′, T. Rowe 19′, J. Daly 66′, A. Odoh 74′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Harrogate Town had 47% possession while Doncaster held 53%. Harrogate Town had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 17 (2 on target) for Doncaster. Harrogate Town made 4 substitutions, Doncaster made 3.

Rivalry since 2021

Harrogate Town vs Doncaster Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Harrogate Town
3
wins
Drawn
1
Doncaster
3
wins
Total goals
20 · 2.9/match
Both scored
2/7 · 29%
Over 2.5
3/7 · 43%

Recent Form

Harrogate Town

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Doncaster

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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

Harrogate Town dominates

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

Harrogate Town4wins
1draws6 meetings
Doncaster1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.3

Average goals per game

33%

Games with 3+ goals

33%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (67%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (37%) — 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 40.1%Draw 29.9%Away 35.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.383.302.75
Max2.603.402.86
Over 2.5: 49.3%Under 2.5: 54.6%
Market favourite: · Even contest

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 market37.2%28.9%33.9%
Public market38.0%28.0%34.0%

Harrogate Town vs Doncaster — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Harrogate Town
Result vs. Market: Harrogate Town (40%)

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.

Harrogate TownHalf-time:11Doncaster
11Shots17
4Shots on target2

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
25/01/25Doncaster1–0Harrogate Town1.39/4.66/7.34
12/09/24Harrogate Town2–0Doncaster4.42/3.68/1.79
06/01/24Harrogate Town3–1Doncaster2.49/3.35/2.80
05/08/23Doncaster0–1Harrogate Town2.17/3.29/3.28
15/04/23Harrogate Town2–2Doncaster1.85/3.49/4.44
07/03/23Doncaster0–2Harrogate Town1.97/3.35/3.98

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: Harrogate Town

W 83D 68L 125
Over 2.550
Goals scored317

Away Record: Doncaster

W 86D 37L 61
Over 2.556
Goals scored277

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026