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QPR v Bolton Stats

Data last updated: Sun 23 Aug 2026, 18:02 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

QPR and Bolton both enter this Championship fixture on the back of opening-day wins, with QPR overturning an early deficit to win 3-1 away at Portsmouth, showcasing strong attacking resilience and momentum from an unbeaten pre-season. Bolton also started positively with a 2-1 home victory over Preston, demonstrating defensive solidity by conceding just three goals in their last five competitive matches. However, QPR face a home challenge, having not won at Loftus Road since April, while Bolton's away record last season was modest. This clash tests QPR's ability to translate early-season form into home success against a Bolton side adjusting to Championship away demands.

BT4Y best bet

QPR to Win & Both Teams to Score

  • QPR won seven of nine home league matches against teams finishing below them last season.
  • Bolton managed only six away wins from 23 League One matches last term, indicating away struggles.
  • Both teams scored in their opening matches, supporting a BTTS scenario.
  • QPR responded strongly to conceding early in their last game, scoring three first-half goals.
  • Bolton have conceded just three goals in their last five competitive matches, showing defensive discipline.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model rates 'QPR to Win & Both Teams to Score' positively with a 36.5% chance, above the implied market probability of 26.7%, indicating value. QPR's strong home record against lower-ranked teams and ability to overturn early deficits underpin in their win. Bolton's recent defensive solidity and scoring ability suggest they will find the net, supporting the BTTS leg. The model acknowledges the tactical contrast between QPR's home form and Bolton's away challenges, making this combined bet a balanced reflection of attacking potential and defensive vulnerabilities. No data limitations or price warnings apply.

Model Chance36.5%
Strong positive
Implied Market Chance26.7%
Neutral
QPR Home Form vs Lower TeamsStrong (7 wins in 9)
Strong positive
Bolton Away Record Last SeasonWeak (6 wins in 23)
Positive
Recent Defensive Record Bolton3 goals conceded in 5 matches
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

QPR's ability to respond quickly to setbacks and their strong home record against lower-ranked teams make them likely to secure victory. Bolton's solid defensive form and scoring threat suggest both teams will find the net, making the combined bet a tactically and statistically sound choice for this fixture.

Main risk

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Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome and scoring potential

“QPR's resilience and attacking depth at home, combined with Bolton's capacity to score despite away struggles, create a compelling case for a competitive, goal-filled match with a home win.”

Key Data Signals

QPR to Win & Both Teams to Score evidence

QPR won seven of nine home league matches against teams finishing below them last season.

Bolton managed only six away wins from 23 League One matches last term, indicating away struggles.

Both teams scored in their opening matches, supporting a BTTS scenario.

QPR responded strongly to conceding early in their last game, scoring three first-half goals.

What To Watch In The Data

QPR to Win & Both Teams to Score notes

  • Over the last ten meetings, the average goals per game is 3, indicating a tendency for open, attacking matches.
  • Both teams have scored in recent fixtures, and both have a 100% rate of over 2.5 goals in their last matches, suggesting a high-tempo game with multiple scoring opportunities is likely.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

QPR3
Avg goals scored
Bolton2
QPR1
Avg goals conceded
Bolton1
QPR100%
BTTS rate
Bolton100%
QPR100%
Over 2.5 goals
Bolton100%
Best odds for this sectionOver 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 88% vs implied 78% · edge +9.9 pts
1.28
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 73%
1.73
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.91
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 44%
3.4
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BTTS NoBetUK guide price · model 28%
2
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 26%
1.91
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Both QPR and Bolton scored in their opening matches, with QPR netting three goals after conceding early and Bolton scoring twice within 25 minutes. This attacking form combined with Bolton's recent defensive concessions supports a scenario where both teams score, aligning with the BTTS component of the pick.
Market odds

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

Market aligned with main pickQPR Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 60% vs implied 67% · edge -6.5 pts
1.5
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 73%
1.73
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.91
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QPR to WinBet365 guide price · model 51%
1.85
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 35%
1.5
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The market prices 'QPR to Win & Both Teams to Score' at 3.75, implying a 26.7% chance, while the model estimates a 36.5% probability, indicating clear value. This reflects in QPR's home strength and Bolton's ability to score, making the price attractive without warnings or reduced stake advice.

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Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

QPR-
Avg corners for
Bolton5
QPR-
Avg total corners
Bolton7
QPR-
Avg yellow cards
Bolton2
QPR-
Avg shots
Bolton15
Best odds for this sectionOver 4.5 CardsBet365 guide price · Model 57% vs implied 46% · edge +11.5 pts
2.2
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Over 10.5 CornersBetMGM guide price
2.38
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Over 9.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 29%
1.83
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 35%
1.5
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Bolton average more shots (15) and corners (5) per match than QPR (13 shots, 3 corners), indicating Bolton's attacking activity and set-piece threat. Both teams average six shots on target, suggesting quality chances for both sides. Bolton's slightly higher yellow card average (2 vs 1) may reflect a more physical approach, influencing match tempo and pressure.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

QPR

W
Last 51W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 0D 0L
15 Aug 2026A Portsmouth3-1

Bolton

W
Last 51W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 0D 0L
15 Aug 2026H Preston2-1
Market aligned with main pickHome / DrawBetfred guide price · Model 78% vs implied 80% · edge -1.8 pts
1.25
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QPR Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 60%
1.5
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QPR to WinBet365 guide price · model 51%
1.85
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Both teams come off opening-day wins, with QPR showing resilience by overturning an early deficit to win 3-1, extending momentum from an unbeaten pre-season. Bolton's 2-1 victory was built on a solid defensive foundation, conceding only three goals in five recent matches. This form suggests both sides are confident offensively but cautious defensively, supporting a competitive and goal-involved match.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

5QPR wins
2Draws
3Bolton wins
30 Mar 2019QPR v Bolton1-2
15 Sep 2018Bolton v QPR1-2
17 Feb 2018QPR v Bolton2-0
21 Oct 2017Bolton v QPR1-1
20 Feb 2016Bolton v QPR1-1
03 Oct 2015QPR v Bolton4-3
Market aligned with main pickQPR to WinBet365 guide price · Model 51% vs implied 54% · edge -3.5 pts
1.85
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 73%
1.73
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.91
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QPR have won three of the last four home meetings against Bolton at this level, showing historical control at Loftus Road. While recent form is positive for both, this head-to-head record supports QPR's likelihood to win, though Bolton's current defensive improvements suggest the match could be closely contested.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Season team stats

Championship

QPR2
Played
Bolton2
QPR1.5
Avg goals for
Bolton1
QPR0.5
Avg goals against
Bolton0.5
QPR1
Clean sheets
Bolton1
Market aligned with main pickQPR Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 60% vs implied 67% · edge -6.5 pts
1.5
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QPR to WinBet365 guide price · model 51%
1.85
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QPR's strong home record against lower-ranked teams last season, winning seven of nine, underpins their scoring potential and ability to secure wins. Bolton's limited away success last season (six wins in 23) contrasts with their current defensive solidity, conceding only three goals in five matches, indicating a disciplined but tested defense likely to concede at least once.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
5QPR421102
8Bolton421101
QPR currently top the Championship with 3 points, closely followed by Bolton in third, also with 3 points. This early-season positioning reflects both teams' positive starts and adds competitive pressure to maintain momentum, especially for QPR seeking to break their home winless streak and for Bolton aiming to prove their Championship credentials away from home.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

100%QPR Over 2.5
100%Bolton Over 2.5
3H2H avg goals
Over the last ten meetings, the average goals per game is 3, indicating a tendency for open, attacking matches. Both teams have scored in recent fixtures, and both have a 100% rate of over 2.5 goals in their last matches, suggesting a high-tempo game with multiple scoring opportunities is likely.

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