Crewe Alexandra FC vs Bristol Rovers FC, FA Cup 2023-24 ROUND 2
Overview
Match Preview
Crewe Alexandra FC vs Bristol Rovers FC — FA Cup at Mornflake Stadium.
- Crewe Alexandra FC 0 games · 0 pts (2025/26)
- Bristol Rovers FC 0 games · 0 pts (2025/26)
Match Details
- Referee Declan Bourne
- Assistant 1
- Assistant 2 Kevin Morris
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Dec | Bristol Rovers FC | H | 2–4 | L |
| 14 Nov | Derby County FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 05 Nov | Derby County FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 26 Nov | Barnsley FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 05 Nov | Leyton Orient FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 30 Apr | Lincoln City FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Dec | Crewe Alexandra FC | A | 4–2 | W |
| 09 Dec | Cheltenham Town FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 28 Nov | Leyton Orient FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 25 Nov | Derby County FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 11 Nov | Carlisle United FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 07 Nov | Reading FC | A | 1–1 | D |
Key Stats
67%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (3 games)
H2H (3 games)
67%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
0%
Clean Sheets
Crewe Alexandra FC this season
Crewe Alexandra FC this season
0%
Clean Sheets
Bristol Rovers FC this season
Bristol Rovers FC this season
Events
Match Events
- 0' The ball is rolling at Mornflake Stadium. Crewe Alexandra FC are looking to make home advantage count against Bristol Rovers FC.
- 5' 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 Rio Adebisi suffering a number of foals already.
- 10' looks like a favorite considering 0 games won in last 0 matches with its main striker scoring goals.
- 15' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 18' A stunning finish from John Marquis — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 23' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 25' What composure from James Wilson! The Wales international strokes it home. 0-2.
- 30' Over 30 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 35' A quiet spell here at Mornflake Stadium. Bristol Rovers FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 40' The referee calls foul for Luke Offord. He receives a card.
- 41' The referee calls foul for John Marquis. He receives a card.
- 42' Goal! Antony Evans scores his 16 goal in 384 matches.
- 46' Ryan Cooney has so much to prove this time. He replaces Zac Williams on 46 minute.
- 49' Clinical. Composed. Brilliant. Ryan Cooney makes it 1-3.
- 49' Fresh legs for Bristol Rovers FC! Joshua Grant comes on to replace James Wilson.
- 54' Luke Thomas is putting in a real shift tonight. He has covered more ground than anyone else for Bristol Rovers FC so far.
- 55' Crewe Alexandra FC receives a card for a hard tackle on 55.
- 59' Crewe Alexandra FC make a change. Lewis Billington trudges off to be replaced by Charlie Colkett on 59 minutes.
- 64' Wales international Aaron Collins has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 65' A stunning finish from Elliott Nevitt — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 65' The referee calls foul for Connor Taylor. He receives a card.
- 70' It looks surprising Bristol Rovers FC does not make any changes. Ryan Woods has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 73' Aaron Rowe is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 0 goals this season for the .
- 74' Fresh legs for Bristol Rovers FC! Jevani Brown comes on to replace John Marquis.
- 79' Supporters expect more eagerness from Sam Finley, as he is very good at scoring at Mornflake Stadium with 0 goals in the last 0 games.
- 84' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Crewe Alexandra FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 86' Crewe Alexandra FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Charlie Finney is hanging Aaron Rowe on the field on 86 minute.
- 2-4 the final result. Crewe Alexandra FC will be bitterly disappointed.
Lineups
Crewe Alexandra FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 5
- 9
- 6
- 8
-
21
Aaron Rowe ↓ Charlie Finney 86'
- 30
- 3
-
10
Shilow Tracey ↓ Elliott Nevitt 59'
- 1
-
4
Zac Williams ↓ Ryan Cooney 46'
- 28
Bench
-
2
Ryan Cooney ↑ 46'
-
16
Charlie Colkett ↑ 59'
-
20
Elliott Nevitt ↑ 59'
-
24
Charlie Finney ↑ 86'
- 13
- 35
- 33
Coach
Lee Bell
Bristol Rovers FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
42
Jack Hunt ↓ Luke Thomas 46'
-
15
Ryan Woods ↓ Scott Sinclair 74'
-
9
John Marquis ↓ Jevani Brown 74'
-
6
Sam Finley ↓ Grant Ward 59'
- 10
-
5
James Wilson ↓ Joshua Grant 49'
- 21
- 25
- 33
- 17
- 19
Bench
- 18
-
8
Grant Ward ↑ 59'
-
11
Luke Thomas ↑ 46'
-
20
Jevani Brown ↑ 74'
-
7
Scott Sinclair ↑ 74'
-
4
Joshua Grant ↑ 49'
- 22
- 35
Coach
Andrew Mangan
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Luke McCormick | 1 |
| Oliver Lancashire | 1 |
| Ryan Wintle | 1 |
| Charlie Kirk | 1 |
| Callum Ainley | 1 |
| John Marquis | 1 |
| James Wilson | 1 |
| Antony Evans | 1 |
Head to Head
Crewe Alexandra FC Form
2023-12-12
Crewe Alexandra FC
2–4
Bristol Rovers FC
L
2023-11-14
Derby County FC
1–3
Crewe Alexandra FC
W
2023-11-05
Crewe Alexandra FC
2–2
Derby County FC
D
2022-11-26
Barnsley FC
3–0
Crewe Alexandra FC
L
2022-11-05
Crewe Alexandra FC
1–0
Leyton Orient FC
W
2022-04-30
Lincoln City FC
2–1
Crewe Alexandra FC
L
Bristol Rovers FC Form
2023-12-12
Crewe Alexandra FC
2–4
Bristol Rovers FC
W
2023-12-09
Bristol Rovers FC
1–1
Cheltenham Town FC
D
2023-11-28
Bristol Rovers FC
1–1
Leyton Orient FC
D
2023-11-25
Derby County FC
2–1
Bristol Rovers FC
L
2023-11-11
Carlisle United FC
0–1
Bristol Rovers FC
W
2023-11-07
Reading FC
1–1
Bristol Rovers FC
D
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.56
Crewe Alexandra FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.65
Bristol Rovers FC xG
I would bet for:
Crewe Alexandra FC or Bristol Rovers FC 73% + Both teams to score 64%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Bristol Rovers FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.21
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 1.5 | 83% |
|
17% |
| ± 2.5 | 61% |
|
39% |
| ± 3.5 | 40% |
|
60% |
| ± 4.5 | 22% |
|
78% |
Double Chance
Crewe Alexandra FC or Draw
63%
Draw or Bristol Rovers FC
64%
Crewe Alexandra FC or Bristol Rovers FC
73%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Bristol Rovers FC win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 2–4 not predicted2 – 4Actual
1 – 1
11.3%
1 – 2
8.3%
2 – 1
7.8%
2 – 2
6.4%
0 – 1
5.9%
0 – 0
5.7%
1 – 0
5.5%
0 – 2
5.5%
2 – 0
4.9%
1 – 3
4.5%
3 – 1
4%
2 – 3
3.6%
Asian Handicap — Crewe Alexandra FC
| Handicap | Crewe Alexandra FC covers | Push | Bristol Rovers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -2 | 7% | 11% | 82% |
| -1.5 | 18% | — | 82% |
| -1 | 18% | 18% | 65% |
| -0.5 | 35% | — | 65% |
| +0.5 | 61% | — | 39% |
| +1 | 61% | 19% | 20% |
| +1.5 | 80% | — | 20% |
| +2 | 80% | 12% | 9% |
| +2.5 | 91% | — | 9% |
Clean Sheet
Crewe Alexandra FC keeps clean sheet
20%
✓
Bristol Rovers FC keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.