Bristol Rovers vs Newport Co: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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22 Aug,13:30
5 - 3
Full Time
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Bristol Rovers vs Newport Co Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half1 - 1
1
H. Biggins
scored for Newport Co
8
C. Mola
was cautioned
45+1
B. Purrington
scored for Bristol Rovers
2nd Half5 - 3
53
F. Cavegn
scored for Bristol Rovers
57
L. Jenkins (Own Goal)
conceded an own goal for Newport Co
61
S. Gwengwe
scored for Newport Co
74
B. Kamwa
scored for Bristol Rovers
75
B. Kamwa
was cautioned
76
C. Brennan
was cautioned
90+1
C. Jarvis
scored for Newport Co
90+9
F. Cavegn
scored for Bristol Rovers

On 22 August 2026, Bristol Rovers face Newport at The Memorial Stadium with kickoff scheduled for . This England League Two encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.

Bristol Rovers prefer a system that balances attack and defence.

Newport aim for structural stability in their setup.

Recent Form

Bristol Rovers

W L

Newport

L W

Bristol Rovers have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.

Also, Newport have shown mixed form recently, alternating between good and poor performances. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.

Recent Form Home/Away

Bristol Rovers (Home)

W

Newport (Away)

L
Bristol Rovers's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

Newport are significantly more effective at home than on their travels.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Bristol Rovers

- -

Newport

- +

Bristol Rovers are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.

In contrast, Newport continue to show resilience at the back. They look fairly disciplined in defence.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Bristol Rovers (Home)

-

Newport (Away)

-
Bristol Rovers's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

Newport's defence is dramatically stronger at home compared to away matches.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Bristol Rovers

+ +

Newport

+ +

Bristol Rovers's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.

Also, Newport are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Bristol Rovers (Home)

+

Newport (Away)

+
Bristol Rovers's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.

There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Newport.

Scoring Consistency

Bristol Rovers

+ +

Newport

+ +

Bristol Rovers show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Similarly, Newport have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Bristol Rovers (Home)

+

Newport (Away)

+
Bristol Rovers's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

There is little difference in Newport's scoring output across venues.

Match Information
Referee: Simon Mather
Venue: The Memorial Stadium

Bristol Rovers vs Newport Co Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

3.85
xG
0.5
64
Ball Posession (%)
36
5
Big Chances
2
2
Cautions
1
26
Shots
8
9
Shots on Goal
3
8
Shots Blocked
0
19
Shots inside Box
6
7
Shots outside Box
2
1
Hit Woodwork
1
6
Fouls
8
11
Corner Kicks
1
0
Saves
5
8
Free Kicks
6
3
Offsides
5
370
Passes Total
214
240
Passes Completed
102
200
Passes in the final 3rd Total
90
122
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
30
48
Touches in the Opposition Box
17
7
Tackles Total
20
5
Tackles Completed
10
26
Clearances
59
30
Crosses Total
7
4
Crosses Completed
1
6
Interceptions
6

Bristol Rovers vs Newport Co Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
1
B. Young
1
J. Wright
14
B. Purrington
3
T. Davies
26
R. Harbottle
4
K. Cameron
4
K. Balmer
5
L. Jenkins
2
T. James
22
C. Norman
22
K. Gough
6
C. Brennan
6
C. Mola
2
C. Evans
10
B. Kamwa
9
S. Gwengwe
24
T. Leigh
10
H. Biggins
7
S. Forde
20
Y. Bamba
29
F. Cavegn
27
C. Doidge

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