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Bolton v Stoke City Stats

Data last updated: Sat 10 Oct 2026, 00:34 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

This Championship clash features Bolton hosting Stoke City, with Stoke currently positioned seventh and showing stronger recent form. Stoke have conceded just 0.6 goals per game compared to Bolton's 2.6, highlighting defensive solidity. Bolton's attack averages 1.8 goals per game but has struggled defensively. Stoke's tactical setup emphasizes control and efficient attacking transitions, while Bolton's high concession rate suggests vulnerability. The fixture carries importance for Stoke to maintain their push for higher table placement, adding competitive edge to the encounter.

BT4Y best bet

Stoke City to Win

  • Stoke City have a 70% to win, with positive value at 2.5 .
  • Stoke concede only 0.6 goals per game, indicating strong defensive form.
  • Bolton concede 2.6 goals per game, showing defensive frailty.
  • Stoke rank 7th with 13 points, Bolton 15th with 10 points.
  • Stoke's recent form yields 13 points compared to Bolton's 6 in recent matches.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

Stoke City’s defensive resilience and superior recent form underpin the 70% to win, supported by conceding only 0.6 goals per game versus Bolton’s 2.6. Bolton’s defensive vulnerabilities and lower points tally reinforce Stoke’s advantage. The at 2.5 offer positive value, reflecting the gap in defensive solidity and form. Player data shows Stoke’s key midfielders and attackers contribute effectively to goal threat and chance creation, further strengthening the case. No data limitations affect in this pick.

Defensive recordStoke concede 0.6 goals/game vs Bolton 2.6
Strong positive
Recent form pointsStoke 13 vs Bolton 6
Strong positive
Model chance vs odds55% model chance vs 40% implied (+15 pts)
Strong positive
Player attacking contributionsStoke midfielders and attackers show solid goal threat
Positive
Data qualityComplete data sets for both teams
Neutral

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Stoke City’s disciplined defense and consistent recent form make them the tactical and statistical favorite to win this match. Their ability to limit goals conceded contrasts sharply with Bolton’s defensive struggles, providing a clear edge in this Championship fixture. Stoke’s midfield creativity and attacking threat further support their chances of victory.

Main risk

It suits a matchup where both attacks are functioning well but offers shorter than predicting the exact outcome.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Tactical and statistical advantage for Stoke City

“Stoke City’s defensive organization and midfield creativity give them a clear tactical advantage over Bolton, whose defensive frailties have been exposed this season. This combination makes Stoke the logical pick for the win.”

Key Data Signals

Stoke City to Win evidence

Stoke City have a 70% to win, with positive value at 2.5 .

Stoke concede only 0.6 goals per game, indicating strong defensive form.

Bolton concede 2.6 goals per game, showing defensive frailty.

Stoke rank 7th with 13 points, Bolton 15th with 10 points.

What To Watch In The Data

Stoke City to Win notes

  • In the last seven head-to-head matches, the average goals total is 2.43, indicating moderately open games with occasional scoring bursts.
  • Both teams have over 2.5 goals rates of 60% (Stoke) and 80% (Bolton), suggesting potential for goals but also defensive vulnerabilities.
  • The trend supports a balanced game tempo with chances for both sides, though Stoke’s defensive strength may limit excessive scoring.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Bolton1.8
Avg goals scored
Stoke City2
Bolton2.6
Avg goals conceded
Stoke City0.6
Bolton60%
BTTS rate
Stoke City60%
Bolton80%
Over 2.5 goals
Stoke City60%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 73% vs implied 60% · edge +13.4 pts
1.67
Check odds @ 1.67
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 65%
1.91
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 83%
1.28
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 46%
3.2
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 39%
1.91
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BTTS NoBetMGM guide price · model 31%
2.1
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Both teams have moderate BTTS rates at 60%, but Stoke’s strong defensive record (0.6 goals conceded per game) contrasts with Bolton’s leaky defense (2.6 goals conceded). This suggests a lower likelihood of both teams scoring, although Bolton’s attacking output (1.8 goals per game) keeps the door open for goals. The average 2.43 goals in their last seven meetings indicates a moderately open game.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickStoke City to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 55% vs implied 40% · edge +15 pts
2.5
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 73%
1.67
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Stoke City Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 66%
1.95
Check odds @ 1.95
Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 65%
1.91
Check odds @ 1.91
Over 8.5 CornersBetfred guide price · model 64%
1.57
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The 55% for Stoke City to Win sits against roughly 40% implied by the current price (+15 pts). Stoke City have the stronger recent points return, taking 13 points from the sample compared with 6 for Bolton. Stoke's scoring consistency and Bolton's defensive issues support this exact score.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Bolton

WWLLL
Last 52W 0D 3L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 1D 4L
20 Sep 2026A Norwich4-3
12 Sep 2026H Cardiff1-0
08 Sep 2026H West Ham2-3
05 Sep 2026A Millwall0-4
01 Sep 2026A Sheffield Utd2-3

Stoke City

WWDWW
Last 54W 1D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 104W 1D 3L
19 Sep 2026H Sheffield Utd2-1
12 Sep 2026A Watford2-1
08 Sep 2026A Cardiff1-1
05 Sep 2026H Charlton4-0
01 Sep 2026H Norwich1-0
Market aligned with main pickStoke City to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 55% vs implied 40% · edge +15 pts
2.5
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Away / DrawBet365 guide price · model 84%
1.44
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Stoke City Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 66%
1.95
Check odds @ 1.95
Stoke City’s recent form is markedly stronger, having accumulated 13 points compared to Bolton’s 6 in recent matches. This momentum reflects improved defensive organization and more effective attacking output. Bolton’s struggles to maintain clean sheets and convert chances contrast with Stoke’s consistency, reinforcing Stoke’s status as favorites in this fixture.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

80%Bolton Over 2.5
60%Stoke City Over 2.5
2.43H2H avg goals
In the last seven head-to-head matches, the average goals total is 2.43, indicating moderately open games with occasional scoring bursts. Both teams have over 2.5 goals rates of 60% (Stoke) and 80% (Bolton), suggesting potential for goals but also defensive vulnerabilities. The trend supports a balanced game tempo with chances for both sides, though Stoke’s defensive strength may limit excessive scoring.

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