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Bristol Rovers vs Coventry City: Live Score, Stream, H2H and Prediction (23.07.2025)
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Bristol Rovers host Coventry City in a Club Friendly Games encounter on July 23, 2025, as both English sides continue their preseason preparations. The Pirates enter this friendly fixture with mixed results in their recent outings, having secured two victories against Bath City and Chippenham Town but suffering defeats to Stockport County and Blackpool. Coventry City approach this match following heavy losses to AS Monaco and Chatham Town in their warmup schedule. While lacking competitive stakes, this clash offers valuable match fitness ahead of the new campaign and represents a fresh chapter between these two clubs with no prior competitive meetings.
Current Form Comparison
Bristol Rovers
0 • Neutral
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Coventry City
-1.8 • Negative
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CheckForm Rating
-1.8
Bristol Rovers is 100% better in CheckForm™
Bristol Rovers vs Coventry City: Recent Form Analysis
Bristol Rovers Recent Form
Bristol Rovers show an inconsistent pattern in their preparation matches, securing narrow wins against lower-tier opposition but struggling against stronger opponents. Their recent 1-0 victory over Bath City demonstrated defensive solidity, though heavy defeats against Stockport County (3-2) and Blackpool (4-1) reveal vulnerabilities when facing higher-calibre teams.
Bristol Rovers Last 5 Matches:
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| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
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| Wed Jul 16 | Bath City | Win | 0-1 |
| Sat Jul 12 | Stockport County | Loss | 3-2 |
| Fri Jul 04 | Chippenham Town | Win | 1-2 |
| Sat May 03 | Blackpool | Loss | 4-1 |
| Sat Apr 26 | Reading | Loss | 0-2 |
Coventry City Recent Form
Coventry City enter this friendly with concerning defensive form after conceding ten goals in their last two outings against AS Monaco (5-0) and Chatham Town (5-1). Manager Frank Lampard will be looking to address these defensive issues, though their 2-0 victory over Middlesbrough in May shows the quality within the squad when organized.
Coventry City Last 5 Matches:
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| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
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| Wed Jul 16 | AS Monaco | Loss | 0-5 |
| Sat Jul 12 | Chatham Town | Loss | 5-1 |
| Tue May 13 | Sunderland | Draw | 1-1 |
| Fri May 09 | Sunderland | Loss | 1-2 |
| Sat May 03 | Middlesbrough | Win | 2-0 |
Bristol Rovers vs Coventry City: Head-to-Head Record
Bristol Rovers and Coventry City meet in what promises to be an intriguing Club Friendly Games encounter. This fixture represents a fresh chapter between these English sides, with no recorded competitive meetings in their history. Both clubs will look to establish dominance in this preparatory clash as they build fitness ahead of their respective league campaigns. Expert analysis and predictions for this Bristol Rovers vs Coventry City encounter .
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Head to Head meetings Bristol Rovers - Coventry City
- Matches1
- The biggest draw0
- The most effective match0-2
Bristol Rovers
- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 1
Victories
Coventry City
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories | 0 | 1 |
Scored goals | 0 | 2 |
Average per game | 0 | 2 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0-2 |
Bristol Rovers
- 5Matches
- 7Goals
- 1.4Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 0Draws
- 2Losses
Coventry City
- 5Matches
- 5Goals
- 1Goal per game
- 1Wins
- 1Draws
- 3Losses
Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
Key Match Statistics
Bristol Rovers
Club Friendly Games • Form: W L W L L
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Coventry City
Club Friendly Games • Form: L L D L W
2.75
Goals Scored Per Game
3.1
1.0
Goals Conceded Per Game
1.35
0
CheckForm Rating
-1.8
Bristol Rovers vs Coventry City: Frequently Asked Questions
When is Bristol Rovers vs Coventry City and what time does it start?
The match will be played on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 18:00 UTC.
Which team is in better form ahead of the match?
Bristol Rovers has a CheckForm rating of 0 (Poor) with 2 wins in their last 5 matches, while Coventry City has a rating of -1.8 (Poor) with 1 win and 1 draw in their last 5 matches. Both teams have shown inconsistent form recently.
What can we expect from this Club Friendly Games fixture?
Both teams have shown attacking capabilities but defensive vulnerabilities in their recent performances. Bristol Rovers averages 2.75 goals per game while conceding 1.0, and Coventry City averages 3.1 goals while conceding 1.35. This suggests potential for an open match with goal-scoring opportunities.
What is at stake in this Bristol Rovers vs Coventry City match?
As a pre-season friendly, this match provides both teams with an opportunity to build fitness, test tactics, and gain momentum before their respective competitive seasons begin. A positive result could boost confidence and team cohesion heading into the new campaign.
Bristol Rovers vs Coventry City: Match Preview Summary
This pre-season friendly between Bristol Rovers and Coventry City features two teams looking to build momentum ahead of their respective seasons. Bristol Rovers shows defensive solidity with just 1.0 goals conceded per game on average but faces a Coventry City side that averages 3.1 goals scored. Recent form for both teams has been inconsistent, with Bristol Rovers winning two of their last five and Coventry City managing just one win. The key matchup will be Bristol Rovers' defense against Coventry City's attacking threat. Both teams will likely use this fixture to test tactics and build fitness, making the match an opportunity for players to make their case for starting positions. The outcome could come down to which team can better execute their game plan while managing player fitness.
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Football Analyst
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Last matches: Bristol Rovers
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Matches
- 7
Goals
- 1.4
Goal per game
- 3
Wins
- 0
Draws
- 2
Losses
23.07 | 18:00 | Club Friendly Games | Bristol RoversCoventry City | 02 | |
19.07 | 14:00 | Club Friendly Games | Yeovil TownBristol Rovers | 12 | |
16.07 | 16:00 | Club Friendly Games | Bath CityBristol Rovers | 01 | |
12.07 | 09:30 | Club Friendly Games | Stockport CountyBristol Rovers | 32 | |
04.07 | 18:30 | Club Friendly Games | Chippenham TownBristol Rovers | 12 |
Last matches: Coventry City
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Matches
- 5
Goals
- 1
Goal per game
- 1
Wins
- 1
Draws
- 3
Losses
23.07 | 18:00 | Club Friendly Games | Bristol RoversCoventry City | 02 | |
16.07 | 13:00 | Club Friendly Games | Coventry CityAS Monaco | 05 | |
12.07 | 14:30 | Club Friendly Games | Chatham TownCoventry City | 51 | |
13.05 | 19:00 | Championship | SunderlandCoventry City | 11 | |
09.05 | 19:00 | Championship | Coventry CitySunderland | 12 |
Bristol Rovers Total OVER/UNDER data statistics
Coventry City Total OVER/UNDER data statistics
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