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Bristol Rovers vs Crawley Town

Memorial Stadium, Bristol11 April 2026 at 12:30
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Bristol Rovers

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Away

Crawley Town

Referee: S. Oldham

Match Events

Bristol Rovers
Crawley Town
Kick Off
E. Harrison

assist: K. Balmer

26′
M. Rijks

assist: J. Senior

30′
33′
K. GordonD. Pereira
Riley Harbottle40′
Half Time
R. HarbottleT. Lockyer
46′
59′
A. AdeyemoK. Lolos
71′
T. AdeyemoJ. Russell
71′
L. RichardsL. Watson
E. HarrisonJ. Quigley
77′
80′
L. Watson

assist: L. Copley

S. FordeY. Akhamrich
86′
M. RijksF. Cavegn
86′
Tom Lockyer88′
Tommy Leigh90+8′
90+8′Klaidi Lolos
Y. Akhamrich

assist: R. Smallwood

90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal4
8Shots off Goal9
11Total Shots23
0Blocked Shots10
9Shots insidebox11
2Shots outsidebox12
17Fouls4
4Corner Kicks2
6Offsides0
43%Ball Possession57%
2Yellow Cards1
1Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves0
275Total passes367
187Passes accurate276
68%Passes %75%
1.88expected_goals2.25
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Bristol Rovers is 6.89, compared to 6.79 for Crawley 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. Bristol Rovers's highest-rated starter is K. Balmer (7.21), while Crawley Town's best-rated player is L. Copley (7.13).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Bristol Rovers have contributed 26 goals and 24 assists this season, led by E. Harrison (11G). Crawley Town's starters account for 20 goals and 13 assists, spearheaded by H. McKirdy (8G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Bristol Rovers deploy 3 defenders rated 6.94 on average, against Crawley Town's 4-man backline averaging 6.86. 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

Bristol Rovers field 4 midfielders averaging 6.99, versus Crawley Town's 4 rated 6.82. 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

Bristol Rovers start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.69, compared to 2 for Crawley Town averaging 6.49. 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 64% for Bristol Rovers and 70% for Crawley 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

Bristol Rovers's starters have collected 56 yellow cards this season, compared to 43 for Crawley 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 Bristol Rovers's starting XI is 25.9 (youngest: S. Forde (21), oldest: R. Smallwood (35)), while Crawley Town average 25.2 (youngest: L. Copley (19), oldest: S. Malone (34)). 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

Bristol Rovers's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 24 for Crawley 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.

Bristol Rovers3-4-1-24-4-2Crawley Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Young17Balmer5Kilgour26Harbott.2Senior36Smallwo.24Leigh3Sparkes7Forde35Rijks19Harrison35Chapman41Gordon5Barker2Malone12Richards22Adeyemo26Williams30Copley7Forster38Adeyemo13McKirdy

Substitutes

Coach: Steve Evans

Substitutes

Coach: Colin Kazim-Richards

Bristol RoversPosition StrengthCrawley Town
6.89
Avg Rating
6.79
6.93Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.04
0G 1A0G 0A
6.94Defender (3 v 4)6.86
4G 7A3G 3A
6.99Midfielder (4 v 4)6.82
6G 10A8G 7A
6.69Forward (3 v 2)6.49
16G 6A9G 3A
Bristol Rovers3-4-1-2
13GoalkeeperB. Young6.91A
17DefenderK. Balmer7.22G2A
5DefenderA. Kilgour6.71G4A
26DefenderR. Harbottle6.91G1A
2MidfielderJ. Senior6.84A
36MidfielderR. Smallwood7.11A
24MidfielderT. Leigh7.24G2A
3MidfielderJ. Sparkes6.92G3A
7ForwardS. Forde6.74G4A
35ForwardM. Rijks6.61G
19ForwardE. Harrison6.811G2A
Crawley Town4-4-2
35GoalkeeperJ. Chapman7.0
41DefenderK. Gordon6.81G
5DefenderC. Barker6.91G2A
2DefenderS. Malone6.81G1A
12DefenderL. Richards6.8
22MidfielderA. Adeyemo6.81G1A
26MidfielderJ. Williams6.83G
30MidfielderL. Copley7.11A
7MidfielderH. Forster6.64G5A
38ForwardT. Adeyemo6.41G
13ForwardH. McKirdy6.68G3A

Match Summary

Bristol Rovers defeated Crawley Town 3:1. The match was played in League Two 2025. Goals were scored by E. Harrison 26′, M. Rijks 30′, L. Watson 80′, Y. Akhamrich 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Bristol Rovers had 43% possession while Crawley Town held 57%. Bristol Rovers had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 23 (4 on target) for Crawley Town. Expected goals: Bristol Rovers 1.88 — Crawley Town 2.25. Bristol Rovers made 4 substitutions, Crawley Town made 4.

Rivalry since 2025

Bristol Rovers vs Crawley Town Head to Head Results

1 stretnutí
Bristol Rovers
0
wins
Drawn
0
Crawley Town
1
wins
Total goals
4 · 4.0/match
Both scored
0/1 · 0%
Over 2.5
1/1 · 100%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 40 v 2025All 1 meetings

Recent Form

Bristol Rovers

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Crawley Town

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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

Even record

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

Bristol Rovers4wins
1draws8 meetings
Crawley Town3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.9

Average goals per game

75%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (75%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (47%) — the odds may underestimate Bristol Rovers.

Market Summary

Margin: 8.0%

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 51.0%Draw 30.3%Away 26.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.963.303.75
Max1.963.303.75
Over 2.5: 51.8%Under 2.5: 51.8%
Market favourite:Bristol Rovers · Slight favourite

Result vs. Market

Bristol Rovers
Result vs. Market: Bristol Rovers (51%)

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.

Bristol RoversHalf-time:20Crawley Town
11Shots23
3Shots 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
11/04/26Bristol Rovers3–1Crawley Town1.96/3.30/3.75
25/10/25Crawley Town4–0Bristol Rovers2.33/3.30/2.90
08/03/22Crawley Town1–2Bristol Rovers2.73/3.34/2.58
04/09/21Bristol Rovers1–0Crawley Town2.03/3.45/3.62
21/11/15Crawley Town2–1Bristol Rovers3.71/3.46/2.09
02/04/16Bristol Rovers3–0Crawley Town1.50/4.31/7.40
14/01/12Bristol Rovers0–0Crawley Town4.48/3.60/1.76
03/09/11Crawley Town4–1Bristol Rovers1.72/3.53/4.85

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: Bristol Rovers

W 159D 102L 150
Over 2.548
Goals scored528

Away Record: Crawley Town

W 164D 125L 205
Over 2.553
Goals scored608

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 16 Apr 2026