All you need to know ahead of tonight's game
Everything you need to know for tonight's game.
The Opposition: Accrington currently sit bottom of the league on four points, five points adrift of Northampton and Bury. However, the Reds are unbeaten in two matches after picking up draws at AFC Wimbledon and Oxford United. They have drawn three of their last four games and kept clean sheets in two of those matches.
In team news for them; Rob Atkinson’s hamstring problem is not as bad as first feared but he is unlikely to be available in the immediate future. Laurence Wilson and Michael Liddle are both eyeing returns but have only resumed light training. Luke Clark and James Caton remain sidelined and Kayode Odejayi serves the second match of his three match ban.
John Ward’s Comments: "I know from my experience of working in Lancashire, that a Tuesday night under floodlights, when it might be wet and windy, is a test of character, and their guys are used to that, so we are going to have to be very strong in that department to compete.
"They will look at us and say ‘this is a team going through a difficult time, who we can beat.’ We have got to make sure the attitude and approach we showed on Saturday, comes with us to Accrington.
"Any ability that we have got won’t show through unless we have a good attitude to start with. We have been saying that there is a win coming, and it might come when you don’t expect it.
"They are not winning and we have not won for a bit, so it will be the team that has the confidence and strength to have a go at the opposition."
"I am disappointed that we didn’t get the point on Saturday, as a point would have given everyone a big lift.
"The supporters were great, they backed the team to the hilt, and I think the team backed the supporters to the hilt, but we all went home with nothing. Even a point at home in those circumstances would have been a big lift."
Neither team has been in a great run of form, and the manager knows that his side are going to have to be strong to give themselves a chance of winning.
He said: "They will look at us and say ‘this is a team going through a difficult time, who we can beat.’ We have got to make sure the attitude and approach we showed on Saturday, comes with us to Accrington.
"Any ability that we have got won’t show through unless we have a good attitude to start with. We have been saying that there is a win coming, and it might come when you don’t expect it.
"They are not winning and we have not won for a bit, so it will be the team that has the confidence and strength to have a go at the opposition.
"If we can defend as well and be as strong as we have been in recent games away from home, perhaps we can spring ourselves on them a little bit. I don’t know how the game is going to pan out, but I do know I have a team with a really strong attitude to give us the chance of winning."
Read more at http://www.bristolrovers.co.uk/news/article/ward-on-accrington-2013-1126429.aspx#4iSAKslmYdJIOdgq.99
Opposition View: Manager James Beattie said: "“We have drawn three out of the last four and, if we keep turning in performances like that, we will get our first win and more will follow. I've seen teams that have been bottom of the league before and they don't carry themselves like that.
"If we show that commitment and desire we won't be at the bottom much longer. I believe in the set of lads who are in there."
"If we show that commitment and desire we won't be at the bottom much longer. I believe in the set of lads who are in there,"
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"If we show that commitment and desire we won't be at the bottom much longer. I believe in the set of lads who are in there,"
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"If we show that commitment and desire we won't be at the bottom much longer. I believe in the set of lads who are in there,"
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Last Meeting: Bristol Rovers 0-1 Accrington Stanley. The last meeting between the two teams was in April here at the Memorial Stadium, the visitors took all three points thanks to a single goal from Lee Molyneaux.
Team News: The manager will be without David Clarkson who serves the first of his three match ban after picking up a red card against Wycombe on Saturday. The game will probably also come too soon for Matt Harrold and Lee Brown as they aim to return from injury.
Tickets: Tickets for Bristol Rovers' trip to Accrington Stanley will be available to buy on the night. Tickets in both terrace and seated areas of the ground are priced at £13 for adults, £8 for over 65s, £5 for U17s and students with a valid photo ID and £1 for accompanied U12s. The turnstiles on the night are cash only.
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Live Commentary: Unable to make the trip to the Crown Ground tonight? Then you can follow all the action from 7.45pm as Bristol Rovers take on Accrington LIVE on Gas Player.
Betting: Rovers are 6/4 to take all three points against Accrington Stanley tonight. You can get 6/1 on Ryan Brunt to score the first goal. Bristol Rovers will benefit as you bet throughout the season, so make sure you open your Sky Bet account via www.skybet.com/bristolrovers
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Everything you need to know for tonight's game.
The Opposition: Accrington currently sit bottom of the league on four points, five points adrift of Northampton and Bury. However, the Reds are unbeaten in two matches after picking up draws at AFC Wimbledon and Oxford United. They have drawn three of their last four games and kept clean sheets in two of those matches.
In team news for them; Rob Atkinson’s hamstring problem is not as bad as first feared but he is unlikely to be available in the immediate future. Laurence Wilson and Michael Liddle are both eyeing returns but have only resumed light training. Luke Clark and James Caton remain sidelined and Kayode Odejayi serves the second match of his three match ban.
John Ward’s Comments: "I know from my experience of working in Lancashire, that a Tuesday night under floodlights, when it might be wet and windy, is a test of character, and their guys are used to that, so we are going to have to be very strong in that department to compete.
"They will look at us and say ‘this is a team going through a difficult time, who we can beat.’ We have got to make sure the attitude and approach we showed on Saturday, comes with us to Accrington.
"Any ability that we have got won’t show through unless we have a good attitude to start with. We have been saying that there is a win coming, and it might come when you don’t expect it.
"They are not winning and we have not won for a bit, so it will be the team that has the confidence and strength to have a go at the opposition."
"I am disappointed that we didn’t get the point on Saturday, as a point would have given everyone a big lift.
"The supporters were great, they backed the team to the hilt, and I think the team backed the supporters to the hilt, but we all went home with nothing. Even a point at home in those circumstances would have been a big lift."
Neither team has been in a great run of form, and the manager knows that his side are going to have to be strong to give themselves a chance of winning.
He said: "They will look at us and say ‘this is a team going through a difficult time, who we can beat.’ We have got to make sure the attitude and approach we showed on Saturday, comes with us to Accrington.
"Any ability that we have got won’t show through unless we have a good attitude to start with. We have been saying that there is a win coming, and it might come when you don’t expect it.
"They are not winning and we have not won for a bit, so it will be the team that has the confidence and strength to have a go at the opposition.
"If we can defend as well and be as strong as we have been in recent games away from home, perhaps we can spring ourselves on them a little bit. I don’t know how the game is going to pan out, but I do know I have a team with a really strong attitude to give us the chance of winning."
Read more at http://www.bristolrovers.co.uk/news/article/ward-on-accrington-2013-1126429.aspx#4iSAKslmYdJIOdgq.99
Opposition View: Manager James Beattie said: "“We have drawn three out of the last four and, if we keep turning in performances like that, we will get our first win and more will follow. I've seen teams that have been bottom of the league before and they don't carry themselves like that.
"If we show that commitment and desire we won't be at the bottom much longer. I believe in the set of lads who are in there."
"If we show that commitment and desire we won't be at the bottom much longer. I believe in the set of lads who are in there,"
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"If we show that commitment and desire we won't be at the bottom much longer. I believe in the set of lads who are in there,"
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"If we show that commitment and desire we won't be at the bottom much longer. I believe in the set of lads who are in there,"
Read more at http://www.bristolrovers.co.uk/news/article/accrington-focus-1127314.aspx#DO46MfrS9dkKVGOI.99
Last Meeting: Bristol Rovers 0-1 Accrington Stanley. The last meeting between the two teams was in April here at the Memorial Stadium, the visitors took all three points thanks to a single goal from Lee Molyneaux.
Team News: The manager will be without David Clarkson who serves the first of his three match ban after picking up a red card against Wycombe on Saturday. The game will probably also come too soon for Matt Harrold and Lee Brown as they aim to return from injury.
Tickets: Tickets for Bristol Rovers' trip to Accrington Stanley will be available to buy on the night. Tickets in both terrace and seated areas of the ground are priced at £13 for adults, £8 for over 65s, £5 for U17s and students with a valid photo ID and £1 for accompanied U12s. The turnstiles on the night are cash only.
Read more at http://www.bristolrovers.co.uk/news/article/accrington-ground-guide-446693.aspx#0zWVoLa0oIOocgdd.99
Live Commentary: Unable to make the trip to the Crown Ground tonight? Then you can follow all the action from 7.45pm as Bristol Rovers take on Accrington LIVE on Gas Player.
Betting: Rovers are 6/4 to take all three points against Accrington Stanley tonight. You can get 6/1 on Ryan Brunt to score the first goal. Bristol Rovers will benefit as you bet throughout the season, so make sure you open your Sky Bet account via www.skybet.com/bristolroveFor a limited period only you can get 2 months for the price of 1 with [nickname] Player. With live commentary of every single [club name] game, there's loads of live matches and video content available for just £4.49.
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A home tie against League One side Crawley awaits the winners of tonight's first round FA Cup replay between Bristol Rovers and York City.
With a total of 11 goals scored in the two games between these two teams this season, we could be in for another exciting encounter as Rovers travel to Bootham Crescent.
The Opposition: York come into the game on the back of a 1-1 home draw against Plymouth - a game manager Nigel Worthington was disappointed not to win after seeing his side dominate for most of the game.
The York boss will be without four key players ahead of tonight's match - Ryan Brobbel and Josh Carson are still away on international duty and full backs Luke O'Neill and Ben Davies are not allowed to play as part of their loan agreements. Sander Puri is still recovering from a hamstring injury and so is unlikely to feature.
Darrell Clarke's Comments: "We are the nearly men at the minute. The youngsters are learning all the time, but you have to learn quick, we have to turn these draws in to victories.
"We go there feeling confident, we are four matches unbeaten, all be it with three draws in there. It would be nice to win the football match for the goalie, he held his hands up for the mistake, but he has been fantastic throughout the season.
"The opportunity of getting through the round and having a home draw in the second round is all you can ask for."
“None of us in this round are going to win the FA Cup, so you want to get that dream draw.
“You want to make the club a bit of cash, give the supporters a day out, give your players an experience, and then get on with your league programme.
“I want to win against York City, I want to win the second round and then I want to be sat keeping my fingers crossed for a big one in the third round.”
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"I am disappointed that we didn’t get the point on Saturday, as a point would have given everyone a big lift.
"The supporters were great, they backed the team to the hilt, and I think the team backed the supporters to the hilt, but we all went home with nothing. Even a point at home in those circumstances would have been a big lift."
Neither team has been in a great run of form, and the manager knows that his side are going to have to be strong to give themselves a chance of winning.
He said: "They will look at us and say ‘this is a team going through a difficult time, who we can beat.’ We have got to make sure the attitude and approach we showed on Saturday, comes with us to Accrington.
"Any ability that we have got won’t show through unless we have a good attitude to start with. We have been saying that there is a win coming, and it might come when you don’t expect it.
"They are not winning and we have not won for a bit, so it will be the team that has the confidence and strength to have a go at the opposition.
"If we can defend as well and be as strong as we have been in recent games away from home, perhaps we can spring ourselves on them a little bit. I don’t know how the game is going to pan out, but I do know I have a team with a really strong attitude to give us the chance of winning."
Read more at http://www.bristolrovers.co.uk/news/article/ward-on-accrington-2013-1126429.aspx#4iSAKslmYdJIOdgq.99
Opposition View: York City defender Lanre Oyebanjo told the Yorkshire Post: “I am not trying to look too far ahead this time because Bristol Rovers are a good side and we have to pay them respect.
“Obviously we play in the league week-in, week-out but make no mistake, the FA Cup is a massive competition and crazy things can happen in it. It is a privilege to get called up to play in it.”
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“It now hurts us not being top of the league and not winning every week, that just shows how far we've come in such a short space of time," said Cook before adding: “We’ve got to a stage now where the expectancy at our football club has gone through the roof, who’s created that? Me and the players.
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“We’ll have great support at Bristol on Saturday and we’ll be playing football, moving the ball quickly and doing all the good things about the game.”
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“We’ll have great support at Bristol on Saturday and we’ll be playing football, moving the ball quickly and doing all the good things about the game.”
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“We’ll have great support at Bristol on Saturday and we’ll be playing football, moving the ball quickly and doing all the good things about the game.”
Read more at http://www.chesterfield-fc.co.uk/news/article/20131024-cook-pre-bristol-1132983.aspx#rstWRXmz0EgWs7mK.99
"If we show that commitment and desire we won't be at the bottom much longer. I believe in the set of lads who are in there,"
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"If we show that commitment and desire we won't be at the bottom much longer. I believe in the set of lads who are in there,"
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"If we show that commitment and desire we won't be at the bottom much longer. I believe in the set of lads who are in there,"
Read more at http://www.bristolrovers.co.uk/news/article/accrington-focus-1127314.aspx#DO46MfrS9dkKVGOI.99
Last Meeting: Rovers and York drew 3-3 at the Memorial Stadium to take the tie to a replay. Eliot Richards, Matt Harrold and Chris Beardsley all scored for the Gas. Read the full match report here
Team News: Will Packwood will again miss tonight's game as his parent club will not allow him to play in the FA Cup. Alefe Santos is also a doubt after picking up a suspected hamstring injury during Saturday's 1-1 against Bury. Seanan Clucas is still away on international duty.
Tickets: Tickets are priced at for £17 adults and £11 for concessions on the terraces and £18 for adults and £12 for concessions in the stand seats. Supporters Club coaches will be departing from Kingswood at 1pm and the Memorial Stadium at 1.30pm, priced at £22.
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Tickets are still available from either of the clubs' two retail outlets - Pirate Leisure at the Memorial Stadium and the Supporters Club shop in Kingswood.
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Supporters can save £2 on normal match day prices by buying their tickets in advance.
Tickets are still available from either of the clubs' two retail outlets - Pirate Leisure at the Memorial Stadium and the Supporters Club shop in Kingswood.
To find out more about ticket prices click here
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Betting: Rovers are 12/5 to progress through to the next round of the FA Cup. You can get 8/1 on Eliot Richards to score his first goal for the club, or 50/1 on another 3-3 draw. Bristol Rovers will benefit as you bet throughout the season, so make sure you open your Sky Bet account via www.skybet.com/bristolrovers Join the £5 Free Bet Club you get a FREE £5 BET every week - Place a £5 accumulator on any sport with combined odds of 5/1 or more before midnight Sunday. Your £5 free bet will then be credited by 7pm Monday for you to use on any sport.