Blackpool FC vs Bristol Rovers FC, League One 2019-20 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Blackpool FC vs Bristol Rovers FC — League One .
- Blackpool FC 46 games · 60 pts (2026/27)
- Bristol Rovers FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Paul Newhouse
- Referee Seb Stockbridge
- Referee Gareth Mellor
- Referee Lewis Smith
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln City FC | 46 | 103 |
| 2 | Cardiff City FC | 46 | 91 |
| 3 | Stockport County FC | 46 | 77 |
| 4 | Bradford City AFC | 46 | 77 |
| 5 | Bolton Wanderers FC | 46 | 75 |
| 6 | Stevenage FC | 46 | 75 |
| 7 | Luton Town FC | 46 | 74 |
| 8 | Plymouth Argyle FC | 46 | 73 |
| 9 | Huddersfield Town AFC | 46 | 67 |
| 10 | Mansfield Town FC | 46 | 65 |
| 11 | Wycombe Wanderers FC | 46 | 63 |
| 12 | Reading FC | 46 | 63 |
| 13 | Blackpool FC | 46 | 60 |
| 14 | Doncaster Rovers FC | 46 | 60 |
| 15 | Barnsley FC | 46 | 59 |
| 16 | Wigan Athletic FC | 46 | 56 |
| 17 | Burton Albion FC | 46 | 54 |
| 18 | Peterborough United FC | 46 | 53 |
| 19 | AFC Wimbledon | 46 | 53 |
| 20 | Leyton Orient FC | 46 | 52 |
| 21 | Exeter City FC | 46 | 49 |
| 22 | Port Vale FC | 46 | 42 |
| 23 | Rotherham United FC | 46 | 41 |
| 24 | Northampton Town FC | 46 | 35 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | Bristol Rovers FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 04 May | Gillingham FC | H | 0–3 | L |
| 27 Apr | Barnsley FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 22 Apr | Fleetwood Town FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 19 Apr | Scunthorpe United FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 13 Apr | Peterborough United FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | Blackpool FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 04 May | Barnsley FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 27 Apr | Fleetwood Town FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 22 Apr | Rochdale AFC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 19 Apr | AFC Wimbledon | A | 1–1 | D |
| 13 Apr | Bradford City AFC | H | 3–2 | W |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (10 games)
H2H (10 games)
70%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' Welcome to that hosts another battle between Blackpool FC and Bristol Rovers FC.
- 5' Both teams are passing the ball around with high level of urgency. Blackpool FC needs to do something about it to get closer to the goal.
- 10' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 15' It is a cagey affair so far. Blackpool FC in their trying to find a way past Bristol Rovers FC's compact .
- 20' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 25' The 27-year-old Tyler Smith has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 28' Blackpool FC is taking the lead after the goal scored by Jay Spearing on 28.
- 33' With 0 assists to his name this season, Victor Adeboyejo is clearly more than just a goal scorer for Bristol Rovers FC.
- 38' Blackpool FC have won 466 goals from 384 games. They will be desperate to add to that tally today.
- 43' It looks surprising Blackpool FC does not make any changes. Mark Little has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 46' Armand Gnanduillet is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 0 goals this season for the .
- 51' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Blackpool FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 55' Tyler Smith gets the nod from Bristol Rovers FC. He replaces Alex Rodman and will look to change the dynamic.
- 60' The energy levels are beginning to show. Simon Grayson might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 65' The referee calls foul for Oliver Turton. He receives a Yellow card.
- 70' Both keepers have barely been tested. Blackpool FC and Bristol Rovers FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 72' Tyler Smith catches the referee's attention in entirely the wrong way. Yellow card on 72.
- 76' The whistle greets Armand Gnanduillet as he departs to be replaced by Joe Nuttall.
- 81' Harry Pritchard has so much to prove this time. He replaces Nathan Delfouneso on 81 minute.
- 85' A change in the Blackpool FC ranks — James Husband exits the field as Rocky Bushiri enters on 85.
- 90' Supporters expect more eagerness from Ollie Clarke, as he is very good at scoring at with 0 goals in the last 0 games.
- That’s it! Another goalless match for Blackpool FC and Bristol Rovers FC (для сухой ничьи).
Lineups
Blackpool FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 10
- 11
- 20
- 8
- 21
- 7
- 16
- 15
-
26
James Husband ↓ Rocky Bushiri 85'
- 5
- 23
Bench
- 37
-
14
Harry Pritchard ↑ 81'
- 12
-
24
Joe Nuttall ↑ 76'
- 9
-
4
Rocky Bushiri ↑ 85'
- 34
Coach
Simon Grayson
Bristol Rovers FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 32
-
29
Victor Adeboyejo ↓ Tom Nichols 85'
- 2
- 11
- 5
- 8
- 7
- 23
-
33
Alex Rodman ↓ Tyler Smith 55'
- 6
- 16
Bench
-
17
Tyler Smith ↑ 55'
- 22
- 15
-
10
Tom Nichols ↑ 85'
- 4
- 1
- 28
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Gary Madine | 4 |
| Jonson Clarke-Harris | 3 |
| Ollie Clarke | 2 |
| Sam Nicholson | 1 |
| Niall Ennis | 1 |
| Tony Craig | 1 |
| Ellis Simms | 1 |
| Tom Bloxham | 1 |
Head to Head
Blackpool FC Form
Bristol Rovers FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.14
Blackpool FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.23
Bristol Rovers FC xG
I would bet for:
Blackpool FC or Bristol Rovers FC 71% + Under 2.5 goals 58%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Blackpool FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.37
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 88% |
|
12% |
| ± 1.5 | 69% |
|
31% |
| ± 2.5 | 42% |
|
58% |
| ± 3.5 | 22% |
|
78% |
| ± 4.5 | 10% |
|
90% |
Double Chance
Blackpool FC or Draw
66%
Draw or Bristol Rovers FC
63%
Blackpool FC or Bristol Rovers FC
71%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Blackpool FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
14.1%
0 – 0
11.6%
0 – 1
10.4%
1 – 0
9.5%
1 – 2
7.8%
2 – 1
7.2%
0 – 2
6.9%
2 – 0
Actual
2 – 2
4.5%
1 – 3
3.2%
0 – 3
2.8%
3 – 1
2.7%
Asian Handicap — Blackpool FC
| Handicap | Blackpool FC covers | Push | Bristol Rovers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 4% | — | 96% |
| -2 | 4% | 9% | 87% |
| -1.5 | 13% | — | 87% |
| -1 | 13% | 19% | 68% |
| -0.5 | 32% | — | 68% |
| +0.5 | 63% | — | 37% |
| +1 | 63% | 20% | 16% |
| +1.5 | 84% | — | 16% |
| +2 | 84% | 11% | 6% |
| +2.5 | 94% | — | 6% |
Clean Sheet
Blackpool FC keeps clean sheet
30%
✗
Bristol Rovers FC keeps clean sheet
33%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

