Hull City AFC vs Bristol Rovers FC, League One 2020-21 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Hull City AFC vs Bristol Rovers FC — League One at Kingston Communications Stadium.
- Hull City AFC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Bristol Rovers FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Richard Wigglesworth
- Referee Barry Gordon
- Referee Sam Purkiss
- Referee
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Mar | Bristol Rovers FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 02 Mar | Rochdale AFC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 27 Feb | AFC Wimbledon | A | 3–0 | W |
| 23 Feb | Ipswich Town FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 20 Feb | Doncaster Rovers FC | A | 3–3 | D |
| 17 Feb | Wigan Athletic FC | A | 5–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Mar | Hull City AFC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 02 Mar | Burton Albion FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 27 Feb | Shrewsbury Town FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 23 Feb | Wigan Athletic FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 20 Feb | Gillingham FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 16 Feb | Portsmouth FC | H | 3–1 | W |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (2 games)
H2H (2 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' Temperatures are rising at Kingston Communications Stadium as Hull City AFC face off against Bristol Rovers FC in what promises to be a fascinating contest.
- 5' 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.
- 10' The tempo has dropped considerably in the last few minutes. Joey Barton will be considering his options from the bench.
- 15' Hull City AFC are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 20' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 25' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Hull City AFC and Bristol Rovers FC are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 30' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 32' Hull City AFC is taking the lead after the goal scored by Gavin Whyte on 32.
- 33' Another change for Bristol Rovers FC made on 33 minute. Joshua Grant leaves to be changed by Edward Upson.
- 38' Alex Rodman has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 43' It is a cagey affair so far. Hull City AFC in their trying to find a way past Bristol Rovers FC's compact .
- 46' Time for substitution for Bristol Rovers FC. Max Ehmer is replaced by Jonah Ayunga.
- 51' Bristol Rovers FC have won 317 goals from 291 games. They will be desperate to add to that tally today.
- 56' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Matt Ingram made 386 appearances and scored 2 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 58' Bristol Rovers FC receives a Yellow card for a hard tackle on 58.
- 60' Assisted by George Honeyman with the perfectly-timed delivery and Gavin Whyte makes no mistake. 2-0!
- 65' The travelling Bristol Rovers FC supporters hardly appreciate their team being pressed down to the backline.
- 68' The referee has no hesitation. George Honeyman is booked for Hull City AFC — Yellow card on 68.
- 69' The Bristol Rovers FC bench stirs into life. Cian Harries is withdrawn and Jack Baldwin gets his opportunity.
- 74' George Honeyman makes way for Daniel Crowley at the 74 minute mark. A tactical switch from Hull City AFC.
- 79' A quiet spell here at Kingston Communications Stadium. Bristol Rovers FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 80' Hull City AFC receives a Yellow card for a hard tackle on 80.
- 83' It is a substitution in Hull City AFC team. Alfie Jones is replaced by Regan Slater on 83 minute.
- 85' Tom Eaves was booked on 85.
- 90' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- Hull City AFC celebrates a vital win. Three points that could prove pivotal come season's end.
Lineups
Hull City AFC Lineups
Starting XI
- 10
- 13
- 5
-
27
Josh Magennis ↓ Tom Eaves 74'
- 7
- 2
- 23
- 33
-
15
Alfie Jones ↓ Regan Slater 83'
- 3
- 24
Bench
- 1
-
9
Tom Eaves ↑ 74'
- 12
-
18
Regan Slater ↑ 83'
-
20
Daniel Crowley ↑ 74'
-
19
Keane Lewis-Potter ↑ 74'
- 37
Coach
Grant McCann
Bristol Rovers FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 8
- 43
- 13
-
25
Cian Harries ↓ Jack Baldwin 69'
-
5
Max Ehmer C ↓ Jonah Ayunga 46'
-
9
Brandon Hanlan ↓ James Daly 69'
- 3
- 15
- 33
-
11
Sam Nicholson ↓ Zain Walker 69'
-
4
Joshua Grant ↓ Edward Upson 33'
Bench
-
26
Jack Baldwin ↑ 69'
-
6
Edward Upson ↑ 33'
-
21
Jonah Ayunga ↑ 46'
-
28
Zain Walker ↑ 69'
- 1
-
17
James Daly ↑ 69'
- 37
Coach
Joey Barton
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Gavin Whyte | 2 |
| Keane Lewis-Potter | 2 |
| James Daly | 1 |
| Tom Eaves | 1 |
| Regan Slater | 1 |
Head to Head
Hull City AFC Form
Bristol Rovers FC Form
2021-03-06
Hull City AFC
2–0
Bristol Rovers FC
L
2021-03-02
Burton Albion FC
1–0
Bristol Rovers FC
L
2021-02-27
Bristol Rovers FC
2–1
Shrewsbury Town FC
W
2021-02-23
Bristol Rovers FC
1–2
Wigan Athletic FC
L
2021-02-20
Gillingham FC
2–0
Bristol Rovers FC
L
2021-02-16
Bristol Rovers FC
3–1
Portsmouth FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.65
Hull City AFC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.67
Bristol Rovers FC xG
I would bet for:
Hull City AFC to win 61% + Under — clean sheet likely 60%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Hull City AFC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.32
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 88% |
|
12% |
| ± 1.5 | 67% |
|
33% |
| ± 2.5 | 40% |
|
60% |
| ± 3.5 | 21% |
|
79% |
| ± 4.5 | 9% |
|
91% |
Double Chance
Hull City AFC or Draw
86%
Draw or Bristol Rovers FC
39%
Hull City AFC or Bristol Rovers FC
75%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Hull City AFC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 0
15.4%
2 – 0
Actual
0 – 0
11.9%
1 – 1
11.6%
2 – 1
8.7%
3 – 0
7%
0 – 1
5.6%
3 – 1
4.9%
1 – 2
3.5%
2 – 2
3%
4 – 0
2.9%
4 – 1
2.1%
Asian Handicap — Hull City AFC
| Handicap | Hull City AFC covers | Push | Bristol Rovers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 15% | — | 85% |
| -2 | 15% | 19% | 66% |
| -1.5 | 34% | — | 66% |
| -1 | 34% | 26% | 40% |
| -0.5 | 60% | — | 40% |
| +0.5 | 86% | — | 14% |
| +1 | 86% | 10% | 4% |
| +1.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
| +2 | 96% | 3% | 1% |
| +2.5 | 99% | — | 1% |
Clean Sheet
Hull City AFC keeps clean sheet
52%
✓
Bristol Rovers FC keeps clean sheet
20%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.