Match Summary
Gateshead defeated Wealdstone 1:0. The match was played in National League 2025. Goals were scored by A. Boatswain 45′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Gateshead made 5 substitutions, Wealdstone made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Gateshead and Wealdstone — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: B. Nicholson
Lineups
Gateshead lined up in a — formation, while Wealdstone deployed a —.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Gateshead is 5.95, compared to — for Wealdstone. 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. Gateshead's highest-rated starter is J. Fenton (6.30), while Wealdstone's best-rated player is —.
Midfield Control
Gateshead field 11 midfielders averaging 5.95, versus Wealdstone's 11 rated —. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 72% for Gateshead and —% for Wealdstone. 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Gateshead's starting XI is 23.5 (youngest: J. Fenton (21), oldest: K. Richardson (26)), while Wealdstone average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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
Gateshead's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 0 for Wealdstone. 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Gateshead have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Wealdstone show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Gateshead and Wealdstone have met 1 times — Gateshead won 0, Wealdstone won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (2 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 22 Mar 2026