Bristol Rovers v Accrington Stanley
Sky Bet League Two, The Memorial Stadium, Saturday 28 March 2026, 3:00pm KO
Bristol Rovers will be looking to continue their strong home form when they welcome Accrington Stanley to The Memorial Stadium on Saturday.
The Pirates have had a strong March, beating Crewe Alexandra, Barrow, Shrewsbury Town and Gillingham, with their only defeat coming to Sky Bet League Two leader Barrow.
Last time out, the Gas came from behind to beat Gillingham at Priestfield Stadium. Ronan Hale broke the deadlock for the Gills before the Gas turned it around in the second half. Shortly after Steve Evans made four substitutions at half-time, Alfie Kilgour headed in the leveller before Ellis Harrison netted from close range to complete the comeback.
Accrington lost 1-0 at home to Chesterfield in their previous match, with Will Dickson scoring the only goal.
Read everything you need to know about the fixture below...
Tickets...
Tickets are still available for our fixture at home to Accrington!
A streamlined pricing structure means a single price band is now operating at Bristol Rovers for the 2025/26 Sky Bet League Two season, with Early Bird pricing available for online purchases up until the start of kick-off!
Tickets purchased in person at our Matchday Ticket Office will include a minor price increase of two pounds across the board, implemented to encourage supporters to purchase tickets in advance and help the Club to forecast required staffing and stewarding appropriately.
You can purchase your tickets here!
Season Ticket Holders can bring a friend for FREE to Rovers' home game against Accrington Stanley at The Memorial Stadium on Saturday 28 March.
This ticket offer has a special purpose as part of the John Green Campaign, which aims to increase knowledge of prostate cancer and encourage early detection.
You must claim a free ticket in order for your friend to gain entry to the stadium. To secure their place:
- Go to eticketing.co.uk/bristolrovers
- Ensure you are logged into your ticketing account (this needs to be a Season Ticket Holder account)
- Once logged in, click on the Accrington (H) fixture
- A special ticket type will be available called Season Ticket Guest
Opposition...
Since their return to the Football League in 2006, Accrington have moved between the third and fourth tier. A brace from striker Billy Kee, over Yeovil Town, saw Accy secure automatic promotion to Sky Bet League One in the 2017/18 season, for the first time in their history.
The Reds spent five seasons in the third tier of English football until their relegation in the 2022/23 season after finishing second from bottom in Sky Bet League One.
The ‘Owd Reds currently sit 15th in the Sky Bet League Two and are coming off the back of a 1-0 defeat against Chesterfield. Saturday's visitors have been in a tough run of form, winless in their previous seven outings, with five losses and two draws, their last victory coming at Tranmere Rovers midway through February.
Previous Meetings...
The Gas first played Accrington Stanley in 2006, earning a comfortable 4-0 victory in their late December clash. Despite Byron Anthony’s early effort being offside, minutes later, Richard Walker broke the deadlock after converting Andy Sandell’s cross in the sixth minute. A free-kick and a penalty put the Gas in good stead, and a late strike from Stuart Nicholson secured the victory.
The two sides last faced off in November of last year, with the Pirates’ trip to Lancashire ending in a 3-1 defeat. Shaun Walley’s cross was found by Everton loanee Isaac Heath in the sixth minute. Despite Kamil Conteh finding the leveller in the second half, two strikes by Stanley’s Farrend Rawson and Isaac Sinclair, five minutes apart, gave the hosts the three points.
Bristol Rovers last won against Accrington in March 2021, with a firm 4-1 victory, thanks to Luke Leahy’s 14th-minute strike. Alex Rodman sent the ball into the back of the net in the final minutes of the first half’s added time, and efforts from Sam Nicholson and Zain Westbrooke two minutes apart led the Gas to a comfortable victory.
Following a corner, Accy’s Paul Smyth netted a goal, but was unable to level the score. Accy have a superb record against Rovers, winning 12 and drawing three of their 18 matches.
Opening Times...
Club Store: 10am – 3:00pm and full-time - 5:30pm
Ticket Office: Midday
Thatchers’ Bar: Midday
BRFC Legends Bar: Midday
Hospitality: Midday
Home Fanzone: Midday
Away Fanzone: Midday
Access for disabled supporters: 1:15pm
Bars after Turnstile: 1:30pm
Home Turnstiles: 1:30pm
Away Turnstiles: 1:30pm
Staying safe at The Mem...
Bristol Rovers wants all attendees to enjoy football in a safe and inclusive environment.
Seated tickets come with an allocated seat and row number, and supporters are kindly reminded to sit only in the seat that comes with the ticket.
Furthermore, Bristol Rovers must ensure we operate in full accordance with EFL ground regulations. A particular issue that has been fed back by some fans is persistent standing. Supporters wishing to stand for matches are kindly advised to locate themselves in one of the available terraces.
Additionally, Bristol Rovers would like to remind all supporters that throwing objects onto the pitch or entering the field of play is strictly prohibited. Both offences are criminal acts under UK law. Anyone involved can face arrest, fines and potential banning orders. We ask all fans to support the team responsibly and help us maintain a safe and respectful matchday environment.
Bristol Rovers is committed to removing and eliminating any direct or indirect discrimination of any form or kind within club structures and will, under no circumstances, condone unlawful discriminatory practices. To discover how to report any incidents of discrimination, click here.
Match Officials...
Referee: Benjamin Speedie
Assistant Referees: Kevin Howick and Andrew Ellis
Fourth Official: Kevin Morris
