Postmatch editorial
Bristol Rovers made the pre-match prices look right
The final score was Bristol Rovers 1-0 Rochdale. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Scott Sinclair put the first mark on the match 65', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Bristol Rovers led Corners 6-2. Rochdale also shaded Total shots 5-8.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Bristol Rovers the favourite at 59.9% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Bristol Rovers
59.9%
Key stats
Match numbers
Corners
Bristol RoversBristol Rovers
Rochdale
6
2
Total shots
RochdaleBristol Rovers
Rochdale
5
8
Possession
Bristol RoversBristol Rovers
Rochdale
61%
39%