League One· Season 2025
Match Summary
Stockport County defeated Stevenage 2:0. The match was played in League One 2025. Goals were scored by L. Barry 14′, K. Wootton 28′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Stockport County had 50% possession while Stevenage held 50%. Stockport County had 9 shots (3 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for Stevenage. Expected goals: Stockport County 0.80 — Stevenage 1.26. Stockport County made 5 substitutions, Stevenage made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Stockport County and Stevenage — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: O. Bailey
Match Statistics
Stockport County had 50% possession against Stevenage's 50%. Stockport County registered 9 shots (3 on target) while Stevenage managed 12 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 7–5. Fouls committed: 14–6.
Lineups
Stockport County lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, while Stevenage deployed a —.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Stockport County is 6.93, compared to 6.72 for Stevenage. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Stockport County's highest-rated starter is O. Norwood (7.56), while Stevenage's best-rated player is C. Goode (7.13).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Stockport County have contributed 49 goals and 29 assists this season, led by K. Wootton (19G). Stevenage's starters account for 30 goals and 12 assists, spearheaded by J. Reid (14G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Stockport County deploy 4 defenders rated 6.89 on average, against Stevenage's 4-man backline averaging 6.94. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Stockport County field 3 midfielders averaging 7.12, versus Stevenage's 5 rated 6.58. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Stockport County start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.76, compared to 1 for Stevenage averaging 6.57. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 75% for Stockport County and 67% for Stevenage. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Stockport County's starters have collected 56 yellow cards this season, compared to 62 for Stevenage. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Stockport County's starting XI is 26.9 (youngest: J. Stokes (21), oldest: O. Norwood (34)), while Stevenage average 27.9 (youngest: F. Marschall (22), oldest: M. Phillips (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Stockport County's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 38 for Stevenage. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Dave Challinor
Substitutes
Rivalry since 2022
Stockport County vs Stevenage Head to Head Results· 7
Stockport County and Stevenage have met 7 times — Stockport County won 3, Stevenage won 4, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. Stevenage leads the head-to-head with 4 victories from 7 meetings. A combined 19 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.71 per match (10 for the home side, 9 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 4 matches (57%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (71%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Stockport County have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Stevenage show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: Stockport County or draw
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Stockport County
2.24
Pinnacle
Draw
3.35
Dafabet
Stevenage
4.00
888Sport
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
Historical data only — not for betting
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Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
3.3
Average goals per game
100%
Games with 3+ goals
75%
Both teams scored
Head-to-Head Record
Stevenage dominatesHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.
Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Stockport County
Away Record: Stevenage
Data: football-data.co.uk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026