Postmatch editorial
The market favourite delivered for Chester
The final score was Stalybridge Celtic 1-2 Chester. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
The decisive turn arrived late when Jack Bainbridge scored 88' for Chester.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Chester led Possession 36%-64%. Chester also shaded Corners 2-4.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Chester the favourite at 56.5% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Chester
56.5%
Key stats
Match numbers
Possession
ChesterStalybridge Celtic
Chester
36%
64%
Corners
ChesterStalybridge Celtic
Chester
2
4
Shots on target
ChesterStalybridge Celtic
Chester
3
4