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National League | Sat 10 Oct, 17:30

Forest Green v Hartlepool Stats

Data last updated: Sun 11 Oct 2026, 20:43 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Forest Green hosts Hartlepool in a National League clash where Forest Green's recent form and home advantage position them as clear favorites. Forest Green has accumulated 15 points and sits 16th, showing more stability compared to Hartlepool's 9 points and 22nd place. Both teams have similar tendencies for matches exceeding 2.5 goals, but Forest Green's stronger defensive record and recent points haul suggest they will control the tempo and pressure in this encounter. Hartlepool's struggles on the road and lower scoring rate add to the challenge they face in securing points here.

BT4Y best bet

Forest Green to Win

  • Forest Green has earned 6 points recently, while Hartlepool has none in the same period.
  • Forest Green averages 2 goals scored per recent matches, compared to Hartlepool's 0.6 goals.
  • Both teams have a 60% rate of matches going over 2.5 goals, indicating potential for open play.
  • Forest Green concedes fewer goals on average (1.6) than Hartlepool (2.2), showing better defensive resilience.
  • Head-to-head meetings average 2.17 goals, supporting a competitive but controlled game environment.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model rates Forest Green to win with a strong 74% chance, reflecting their superior recent form, better defensive record, and home advantage. The implied of 1.67 offer positive value against the market's 59.9% chance, indicating a 14.1% edge. Forest Green's ability to score more and concede less than Hartlepool, combined with their higher points tally, underpins this . No data limitations or price warnings apply, making this a solid selection based on current trends and statistics.

Recent FormForest Green 6 points vs Hartlepool 0 points
Strong positive
Defensive RecordForest Green concedes 1.6 goals vs Hartlepool 2.2 goals
Positive
Scoring RateForest Green 2 goals per game vs Hartlepool 0.6
Strong positive
Home AdvantageForest Green ranked 16th at home vs Hartlepool 22nd away
Positive
Market Value Edge74% model chance vs 61.7% implied (+12.3 pts)
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Forest Green's recent momentum and home stability make them the logical choice for victory. Their superior scoring and defensive balance provide a tactical edge, while Hartlepool's struggles away from home reduce their threat level. This combination supports backing Forest Green to secure the win in this National League fixture.

Main risk

Rotation, motivation and a slow tempo are the main cautions before treating the result price as settled.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome

“Forest Green's consistent form and defensive solidity at home give them a clear advantage in this matchup, making them the standout pick for a win.”

Key Data Signals

Forest Green to Win evidence

Forest Green has earned 6 points recently, while Hartlepool has none in the same period.

Forest Green averages 2 goals scored per recent matches, compared to Hartlepool's 0.6 goals.

Both teams have a 60% rate of matches going over 2.5 goals, indicating potential for open play.

Forest Green concedes fewer goals on average (1.6) than Hartlepool (2.2), showing better defensive resilience.

What To Watch In The Data

Forest Green to Win notes

  • The last six meetings between these teams averaged 2.17 goals, with both sides showing a 60% rate for over 2.5 goals in recent matches.
  • This trend suggests a moderately open game with chances for both sides, driven by Forest Green's attacking intent and Hartlepool's defensive challenges.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Forest Green2
Avg goals scored
Hartlepool0.6
Forest Green1.6
Avg goals conceded
Hartlepool2.2
Forest Green80%
BTTS rate
Hartlepool60%
Forest Green60%
Over 2.5 goals
Hartlepool60%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 76% vs implied 62% · edge +14.3 pts
1.62
Check odds @ 1.62
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 51%
2.35
Check odds @ 2.35
Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 71%
1.17
Check odds @ 1.17
Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 53%
1.57
Check odds @ 1.57
Over 3.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 35%
2.38
Check odds @ 2.38
BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 28%
2.2
Check odds @ 2.2
Both teams have a 60% rate of matches exceeding 2.5 goals, supported by an average of 2.17 goals in their recent head-to-heads. Forest Green's stronger attack and Hartlepool's defensive vulnerabilities suggest a game with goal-scoring opportunities, though the defensive discipline may keep the total moderate rather than high-scoring.
Market odds

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

Market aligned with main pickForest Green to WinBetfred guide price · Model 74% vs implied 62% · edge +12.3 pts
1.62
Check odds @ 1.62
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 76%
1.62
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Forest Green Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 78%
1.38
Check odds @ 1.38
Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price
1.33
Check odds @ 1.33
Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 53%
1.57
Check odds @ 1.57
The 74% for Forest Green to Win sits against roughly 61.7% implied by the current price (+12.3 pts). Forest Green have the stronger recent points return, taking 6 points from the sample compared with 0 for Hartlepool.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Forest Green

DDLDW
Last 51W 3D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 3D 4L
29 Sep 2026H Wealdstone1-1
26 Sep 2026A Sutton Utd3-3
19 Sep 2026H Boston United1-3
15 Sep 2026A Carlisle1-1
12 Sep 2026H Gateshead4-0

Hartlepool

LLLLL
Last 50W 0D 5L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 0D 9L
03 Oct 2026H Tamworth0-1
29 Sep 2026H Harrogate Town0-1
26 Sep 2026A Scunthorpe1-4
19 Sep 2026H Worthing1-3
16 Sep 2026A Altrincham1-2
Market aligned with main pickForest Green to WinBetfred guide price · Model 74% vs implied 62% · edge +12.3 pts
1.62
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Forest Green Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 78%
1.38
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Home / DrawBetUK guide price · model 86%
1.18
Check odds @ 1.18
Forest Green's recent accumulation of 6 points contrasts sharply with Hartlepool's failure to gain points, highlighting a momentum advantage. This form gap is reinforced by Forest Green's higher goal-scoring rate and better defensive record, indicating they enter this fixture with and tactical control.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

60%Forest Green Over 2.5
60%Hartlepool Over 2.5
2.17H2H avg goals
The last six meetings between these teams averaged 2.17 goals, with both sides showing a 60% rate for over 2.5 goals in recent matches. This trend suggests a moderately open game with chances for both sides, driven by Forest Green's attacking intent and Hartlepool's defensive challenges.

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