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Grimsby vs Harrogate Town

Blundell Park, Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire26 December 2024 at 15:00
Referee: D. Drysdale

Match Events

Grimsby
Harrogate Town
Kick Off
Half Time
E. Khouri

assist: J. Luker

55′
C. GardnerD. Rose
59′
61′
J. DalyJ. Muldoon
C. AinleyJ. Svanþórsson
68′
J. Svanþórsson

assist: J. Luker

74′
76′
D. CorneliusJ. Bray
76′
Z. AsareT. Sims
J. LukerL. Barrington
82′
82′
S. Duke-McKenna
K. GreenJ. Davies
83′
Jason Daði Svanþórsson90+3′
George McEachran90+2′
90+6′Levi Sutton
90+1′Jack Bray
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal2
9Shots off Goal3
14Total Shots12
2Blocked Shots7
9Shots insidebox7
5Shots outsidebox5
13Fouls9
4Corner Kicks3
0Offsides1
42%Ball Possession58%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves1
305Total passes424
203Passes accurate322
67%Passes %76%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Grimsby is 6.89, compared to 6.78 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 C. McJannet (7.16), while Harrogate Town's best-rated player is A. O'Connor (7.23).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Grimsby have contributed 22 goals and 14 assists this season, led by K. Green (13G). Harrogate Town's starters account for 5 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by S. Duke-McKenna (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 7.07 on average, against Harrogate Town's 4-man backline averaging 6.88. 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 6.90, versus Harrogate Town'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

Grimsby start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.52, compared to 1 for Harrogate Town 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 70% for Grimsby and 71% 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 28 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 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 25.2 (youngest: C. Gardner (20), oldest: H. Rodgers (29)), while Harrogate Town average 29.0 (youngest: Z. Asare (24), oldest: J. Belshaw (35)). 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 34 league appearances each, versus 21 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.

Grimsby4-1-4-14-2-3-1Harrogate Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Wright2Cass5Rodgers17McJannet33Hume20McEachr.8Luker4Green30Khouri16Ainley22Gardner31Belshaw2Asare15O'Connor5Moon3Foulds17Sutton22Dooley8Corneli.10Daly9Duke-Mc.11Daly

Substitutes

Coach: D. Artell

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

GrimsbyPosition StrengthHarrogate Town
6.89
Avg Rating
6.78
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.80
0G 0A0G 0A
7.07Defender (4 v 4)6.88
5G 4A0G 1A
6.90Midfielder (5 v 5)6.66
17G 9A5G 2A
6.52Forward (1 v 1)
0G 1A0G 0A
Grimsby4-1-4-1
1GoalkeeperJ. Wright
2DefenderL. Cass
5DefenderH. Rodgers7.03G2A
17DefenderC. McJannet7.22G2A
33DefenderD. Hume
20MidfielderG. McEachran6.92A
8MidfielderJ. Luker
4MidfielderK. Green7.013G5A
30MidfielderE. Khouri6.84G2A
16MidfielderC. Ainley
22ForwardC. Gardner6.51A
Harrogate Town4-2-3-1
31GoalkeeperJ. Belshaw6.8
2DefenderZ. Asare6.5
15DefenderA. O'Connor7.21A
5DefenderJ. Moon
3DefenderM. Foulds
17MidfielderL. Sutton6.51A
22MidfielderS. Dooley
8MidfielderD. Cornelius
10MidfielderM. Daly
9MidfielderS. Duke-McKenna6.85G1A
11ForwardJ. Daly

Match Summary

Grimsby defeated Harrogate Town 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2024. Goals were scored by E. Khouri 55′, J. Svanþórsson 74′, S. Duke-McKenna 82′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Grimsby had 42% possession while Harrogate Town held 58%. Grimsby had 14 shots (3 on target) compared to 12 (2 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
1
wins
Drawn
3
Harrogate Town
6
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 (56%) — the odds may underestimate Harrogate Town.

Market Summary

Margin: 6.4%

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 58.8%Draw 26.5%Away 21.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.673.704.75
Max1.753.804.80
Over 2.5: 52.6%Under 2.5: 51.3%
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 market55.8%24.7%19.5%
Public market55.8%24.5%19.6%

Grimsby vs Harrogate Town — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Grimsby
Result vs. Market: Grimsby (59%)

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.

GrimsbyHalf-time:00Harrogate Town
14Shots12
3Shots 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
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