Bristol Rovers FC vs Exeter City FC, League One 2022-23 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Bristol Rovers FC vs Exeter City FC — League One at Memorial Stadium.
- Bristol Rovers FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Exeter City FC 46 games · 49 pts (2026/27)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bradford City AFC | 7 | 15 |
| 2 | Sheffield Wednesday FC | 7 | 14 |
| 3 | Stockport County FC | 8 | 13 |
| 4 | Plymouth Argyle FC | 8 | 13 |
| 5 | Cambridge United FC | 8 | 13 |
| 6 | Huddersfield Town AFC | 7 | 12 |
| 7 | Burton Albion FC | 8 | 12 |
| 8 | AFC Wimbledon | 8 | 12 |
| 9 | Reading FC | 7 | 11 |
| 10 | Oxford United FC | 6 | 11 |
| 11 | Leyton Orient FC | 7 | 10 |
| 12 | Wycombe Wanderers FC | 8 | 10 |
| 13 | Stevenage FC | 7 | 9 |
| 14 | Leicester City FC | 7 | 9 |
| 15 | Blackpool FC | 7 | 8 |
| 16 | Luton Town FC | 7 | 8 |
| 17 | Mansfield Town FC | 7 | 8 |
| 18 | Barnsley FC | 7 | 8 |
| 19 | Bromley FC | 7 | 8 |
| 20 | Notts County FC | 7 | 7 |
| 21 | Doncaster Rovers FC | 7 | 6 |
| 22 | Milton Keynes Dons FC | 7 | 6 |
| 23 | Peterborough United FC | 8 | 5 |
| 24 | Wigan Athletic FC | 7 | 4 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Dec | Exeter City FC | H | 3–4 | L |
| 26 Dec | Wycombe Wanderers FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 17 Dec | Charlton Athletic FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 10 Dec | Port Vale FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 02 Dec | Bolton Wanderers FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 27 Nov | Boreham Wood FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Dec | Bristol Rovers FC | A | 4–3 | W |
| 26 Dec | Portsmouth FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 17 Dec | Bolton Wanderers FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 10 Dec | Sheffield Wednesday FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 02 Dec | Morecambe FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 19 Nov | Ipswich Town FC | H | 0–2 | L |
Key Stats
67%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (6 games)
H2H (6 games)
67%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' Welcome to Memorial Stadium that hosts another battle between Bristol Rovers FC and Exeter City FC.
- 5' England international Alex Hartridge has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 10' With 0 assists to his name this season, Luca Hoole is clearly more than just a goal scorer for Bristol Rovers FC.
- 13' Sam Nombe makes no mistake. The score reads 0-1 and Exeter City FC are in front.
- 18' Both keepers have barely been tested. Bristol Rovers FC and Exeter City FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 23' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 25' Poor challenge from Aaron Collins. The referee spots it immediately and shows the Yellow card.
- 30' Neither side is committing men forward. This has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical contest.
- 35' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering Bristol Rovers FC that had 291 games and scored 317 goals.
- 40' A moment of madness from Cheick Diabate on 40 minutes earns him a Yellow card. Exeter City FC will be frustrated.
- 45' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Jake Caprice.
- 46' James Connolly is ready to make an impact after coming on for Luca Hoole at the 46 minute mark.
- 47' with the perfectly-timed delivery and Archie Collins makes no mistake. 0-2!
- 52' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Bristol Rovers FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 57' Aaron Collins does the damage! The net is bulging and Bristol Rovers FC surge ahead!
- 59' That is a Yellow card for Exeter City FC. Jevani Brown will be fuming at that decision.
- 60' The supporters are chanting for Jay Stansfield. He replaces Matt Jay on 60 minute.
- 61' Fresh legs for Exeter City FC! Jay Stansfield comes on to replace Matt Jay.
- 64' Josh Coburn has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 64 minutes.
- 64' John Marquis is ready to make an impact after coming on for Ryan Loft at the 64 minute mark.
- 67' The whistle greets Jake Caprice as he departs to be replaced by Josh Key.
- 68' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Jack Sparkes on 68 minutes.
- 72' The referee calls foul for Archie Collins. He receives a Yellow card.
- 74' GOAL! Scott Sinclair scores on 74.
- 79' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Harry Kite suffering a number of foals already.
- 80' Timothee Dieng gets the nod from Exeter City FC. He replaces Cheick Diabate and will look to change the dynamic.
- 85' What an equalizer from Timothee Dieng!
- 90' Sam Nombe is having his name booked by the referee on 90.
- Hope, you loved the show. Another epic battle is over with the score 3-4.
Lineups
Bristol Rovers FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 15
- 6
- 10
- 1
-
21
Antony Evans ↓ Scott Sinclair 46'
-
18
Ryan Loft ↓ John Marquis 64'
-
30
Luca Hoole ↓ James Connolly 46'
- 17
- 37
-
3
Lewis Gordon ↓ Harry Anderson 46'
- 40
Bench
- 32
- 25
-
9
John Marquis ↑ 64'
-
19
Harry Anderson ↑ 46'
- 28
-
7
Scott Sinclair ↑ 46'
-
2
James Connolly ↑ 46'
Coach
Joey Barton
Exeter City FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 10
- 18
- 26
- 8
- 3
- 16
-
7
Matt Jay ↓ Jay Stansfield 61'
- 5
- 20
-
2
Jake Caprice ↓ Josh Key 67'
-
39
Cheick Diabate ↓ Timothee Dieng 80'
Bench
- 6
- 27
-
14
Timothee Dieng ↑ 80'
-
12
Josh Key ↑ 67'
-
9
Jay Stansfield ↑ 61'
- 22
- 15
Coach
Gary Caldwell
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Sam Nombe | 3 |
| Archie Collins | 1 |
| Sonny Cox | 1 |
| Brandon Aguilera | 1 |
| John Marquis | 1 |
| Promise Omochere | 1 |
| Ryan Loft | 1 |
| Jack Fitzwater | 1 |
Head to Head
Bristol Rovers FC Form
2022-12-29
Bristol Rovers FC
3–4
Exeter City FC
L
2022-12-26
Wycombe Wanderers FC
2–1
Bristol Rovers FC
L
2022-12-17
Charlton Athletic FC
1–2
Bristol Rovers FC
W
2022-12-10
Bristol Rovers FC
1–0
Port Vale FC
W
2022-12-02
Bolton Wanderers FC
1–1
Bristol Rovers FC
D
2022-11-27
Bristol Rovers FC
0–2
Boreham Wood FC
L
Exeter City FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.78
Bristol Rovers FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.82
Exeter City FC xG
I would bet for:
Bristol Rovers FC or Exeter City FC 75% + Both teams to score 69%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Exeter City FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.6
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 96% |
|
4% |
| ± 1.5 | 87% |
|
13% |
| ± 2.5 | 69% |
|
31% |
| ± 3.5 | 48% |
|
52% |
| ± 4.5 | 29% |
|
71% |
Double Chance
Bristol Rovers FC or Draw
63%
Draw or Exeter City FC
63%
Bristol Rovers FC or Exeter City FC
75%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Exeter City FC win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 3–4 not predicted3 – 4Actual
1 – 1
9.7%
1 – 2
7.8%
2 – 1
7.6%
2 – 2
6.8%
1 – 3
4.7%
0 – 2
4.6%
3 – 1
4.5%
0 – 1
4.4%
2 – 0
4.4%
1 – 0
4.3%
2 – 3
4.2%
0 – 0
4.1%
Asian Handicap — Bristol Rovers FC
| Handicap | Bristol Rovers FC covers | Push | Exeter City FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 9% | — | 91% |
| -2 | 9% | 11% | 80% |
| -1.5 | 20% | — | 80% |
| -1 | 20% | 17% | 63% |
| -0.5 | 37% | — | 63% |
| +0.5 | 61% | — | 39% |
| +1 | 61% | 18% | 21% |
| +1.5 | 79% | — | 21% |
| +2 | 79% | 12% | 9% |
| +2.5 | 91% | — | 9% |
Clean Sheet
Bristol Rovers FC keeps clean sheet
17%
✓
Exeter City FC keeps clean sheet
18%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.