Postmatch editorial
The market favourite delivered for Bristol Rovers
The final score was Crewe Alexandra 2-4 Bristol Rovers. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
John Marquis put the first mark on the match 18', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Bristol Rovers led Shots on target 3-6. Crewe Alexandra also shaded Corners 5-1.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Bristol Rovers the favourite at 47.6% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Bristol Rovers
47.6%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
Bristol RoversCrewe Alexandra
Bristol Rovers
3
6
Corners
Crewe AlexandraCrewe Alexandra
Bristol Rovers
5
1
Possession
Crewe AlexandraCrewe Alexandra
Bristol Rovers
55%
45%