Bristol Rovers vs Cheltenham Town Preview, lineups, prediction, team news
Today’s Match Between Bristol Rovers and Cheltenham Town: Preview, Prediction, Team News, and Lineups EFL Trophy Today Match on 5th September 2023 at Memorial Stadium (Bristol).
Bristol Rovers vs Cheltenham Town Match Preview
Bristol Rovers and Cheltenham Town will meet in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. The match will be played at the Memorial Stadium in Bristol, England.
Bristol Rovers are currently in 17th place in League Two, while Cheltenham Town are in 23rd place. Rovers have won two, drawn two and lost three of their first seven league games, while Cheltenham have lost all seven of their games.
Rovers have a better recent record against Cheltenham, having won their last four meetings. However, the two teams drew 1-1 in their last meeting in the EFL Trophy in January 2023.
Rovers will be without the suspended James Connolly for the match. Cheltenham will be without the injured Conor Thomas and Sean Long.
Bristol Rovers vs. Cheltenham Town Match Facts
- League:EFL Trophy
- MATCH: Bristol Rovers vs. Cheltenham Town
- DATE: 5th September 2023
- VENUE: Memorial Stadium (Bristol)
- TIME: 18:45 (UK)
Bristol Rovers vs Cheltenham Town Team News
The Bristol Rovers vs Cheltenham Town match in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday 5 September 2023 has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch at the Memorial Stadium.
The game was scheduled to begin at 7:45 p.m. BST, but the course was deemed unplayable after heavy rain overnight.
The Football Association (FA) said in a statement: “The decision was made following an inspection of the pitch by the referee and both clubs.”
The match will be rescheduled for a later date.
This is the second time this season that a Bristol Rovers match has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. The club’s League Two match against Scunthorpe United on August 12 was also cancelled.
Possible starting lineups For Both Teams
Bristol Rovers:
- Anssi Jaakkola (GK)
- Luca Hoole
- Connor Taylor
- James Connolly
- Sam Finley
- Antony Evans
- Alex Rodman
- Elliot Anderson
- Harry Anderson
- Leon Clarke
- Brandon Hanlan
Cheltenham Town:
- Scott Brown (GK)
- Will Boyle
- Charlie Raglan
- Ben Tozer
- Kieran Williams
- Elliot Bonds
- George Williams
- Ben Sheaf
- Alfie May
- Kyle Vassell
- Ryan Broom
Bristol Rovers vs. Cheltenham Town Prediction
The Bristol Rovers vs Cheltenham Town EFL Trophy match has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. The match will be rescheduled for a later date.
However, based on the current form of the two teams, I would have predicted a win for Bristol Rovers. Rovers are currently in 17th place in League Two, while Cheltenham Town are in 23rd place. Rovers have won two, drawn two and lost three of their first seven league games, while Cheltenham have lost all seven of their games.
Rovers have a better recent record against Cheltenham, having won their last four meetings. However, the two teams drew 1-1 in their last meeting in the EFL Trophy in January 2023.
Rovers have a better team and have been more consistent this season. They have a strong attack led by Leon Clarke and Brandon Hanlan, and a solid defense led by Connor Taylor and James Connolly.
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FAQs
Q. When does Bristol Rovers vs Cheltenham Town kick off?
Ans. 5th September 2023 at 18:45 (UK)
Q. Where is Bristol Rovers vs. Cheltenham Town being played?
Ans. Memorial Stadium (Bristol)
Q. Where can I get tickets for Bristol Rovers vs. Cheltenham Town?
Ans. Tickets are available on the Home Side Club website.
Q. What time does the Bristol Rovers vs. Cheltenham Town Match match start?
Ans. 18:45 (UK)
Q. Which team will hit more Goals in Bristol Rovers vs Cheltenham Town match?
Ans. Cheltenham Town will hit more Goals in this match.
Q. What TV channel is Bristol Rovers vs. Cheltenham Town on in the UK?
Ans. This match will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports (UK/Irl).
Q. Where can I stream Bristol Rovers vs. Cheltenham Town in the UK?
Ans. This match will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports (UK/Irl).
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