Pontefract Collieries vs Parkgate preview

England flag 2026/2027 FA Cup, England
Skinner Lane
FA Cup
Pontefract CollieriesPOCO
8 0
ParkgatePARK
Full Time
Preliminary Round

CONTEXT

Pontefract Collieries delivered a dominant performance against Parkgate in a match that finished 8-0. The sides were level at halftime with a score of 0-0. Pontefract Collieries, identified as the stronger side, produced a second-half surge that overwhelmed their opponents. No red cards were shown to either team. Expected goals data was unavailable, leaving the outcome to stand on its own. The significant deviation from pre-match projections highlighted Pontefract Collieries' ability to convert opportunities efficiently. Parkgate struggled to respond after the break, allowing the home side to build an unassailable lead. This result underscored the gap in quality on the day.

TL;DR

  • Structural deviation: The final score of 8-0 represented a significant deviation from pre-match projections for Pontefract Collieries.
  • Efficiency shift: Pontefract Collieries operated in line with expected efficiency levels throughout the contest.
  • xG alignment: Expected goals data was unavailable so alignment with the final score could not be assessed.
  • Market alignment: The outcome proved consistent with pre-match market alignment indicators.
  • xG expectations: No expected goals figures were recorded for either Pontefract Collieries or Parkgate.
  • Event impact: The second-half scoring sequence transformed a level 0-0 halftime position into an 8-0 victory.
  • Red card distortion: No red cards were issued so match dynamics experienced no distortion from dismissals.
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
No referee statistics available.
Pontefract Collieries J. Williams
J. Williams
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Parkgate Parkgate
Parkgate
0
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
3
0 i
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
3 i
Last 6 Opponents
Sheffield Rank: W
0
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
0 - 0 - 0
0

Team Power Ranking

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What is Power Ranking?
Power score: composite of opponent-weighted form (last 6 & 20 games) and league position over last 3 seasons.
50
50
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Pontefract Collieries
Parkgate
Power Score
50
50
League Position
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Global Rank
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Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

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Pontefract Collieries — Opponent-weighted form score
Parkgate — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) Pontefract Collieries Parkgate

Heatmaps Ball coordinates

Attack and defence zones from ball position data. Filters: last 6 matches (overall/home/away), time period, competition.

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Pontefract Collieries

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Parkgate

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Possession Efficiency data not available for this match.

Set Pieces Efficiency Attack & Defence

Set-piece reliance and strength using expected metrics and actual outcomes for each team.

Pontefract Collieries ⚠ Proxy
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⚠ Proxy Parkgate
Created Set-piece attacking threat
Pontefract Collieries Parkgate
Set-piece xG Share Share of total expected goals generated from set pieces. Higher = more set-piece reliant in attack.
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Goals per Match Average set-piece goals scored per match.
0.00 0.00
vs Expected (xG) Goals scored minus set-piece xG. Positive = overperforming; Negative = underperforming expectations.
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Conceded Set-piece defensive exposure
Pontefract Collieries Parkgate
Set-piece xGA Share Share of total expected goals conceded from set pieces. Higher = more exposed to set pieces defensively.
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Conceded per Match Average set-piece goals conceded per match.
0.00 0.00
vs Expected (xGA) Goals conceded minus set-piece xGA. Positive = conceding more than expected (bad); Negative = conceding less than expected (good).
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xG set-piece data unavailable for both teams. Values estimated using proxy metrics (shots, dangerous attacks). Confidence: Medium.
Pontefract Collieries
Parkgate
xG Share = set-piece xG ÷ total xG
vs Expected = goals − set-piece xG

Counter / Transition Attack & Defence

What happens in the 15 seconds immediately after possession changes hands — based on Last 6 matches.

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Pontefract Collieries
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Parkgate
Attack After Winning Possession transition → offence
Pontefract Collieries Parkgate
Goals per Match Average goals scored within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
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Shots per Match Average shots taken within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
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Dangerous Attacks Average dangerous attacks launched within 15s of winning possession per match. ↑ better
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Transition Efficiency Index Composite score (0–1) of how efficiently this team attacks within 15s of winning the ball. Higher = more dangerous on transition. Higher = stronger on the counter
Pontefract Collieries 0.00
Parkgate 0.00
Defence After Losing Possession loss → defensive exposure
Pontefract Collieries Parkgate
Goals Conceded Average goals conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
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Shots Conceded Average shots conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
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Dangerous Attacks Conceded Average dangerous attacks allowed within 15s of losing possession per match. ↓ better
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Vulnerability Index Composite score (0–1) of how exposed this team is within 15s of losing the ball. Lower = better at preventing transition attacks. Lower = better transition defence
Pontefract Collieries 0.00
Parkgate 0.00
Pontefract Collieries
Parkgate
Window = 15s post-possession change
Index = 0–1 composite score
Pressure Index data not available for this match.

General Information

Date & Time
Competition
2026/2027 FA Cup, England · Preliminary Round
Stadium
Skinner Lane
Capacity
N/A
Pitch Surface
N/A
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair

Statistics

Possession
POCO
100%
PARK
0%

Top Statistics

8 Goals 0

Squad

Squad ▼

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Jake Greatorex
Jake Greatorex Goalkeeper
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Josh Wright
Josh Wright Goalkeeper
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Ben Gordon
Ben Gordon Defender
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Fabian Bailey
Fabian Bailey Defender
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Jack Vann
Jack Vann Defender
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Jack Greenhough
Jack Greenhough Defender
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Spencer Clarke
Spencer Clarke Defender
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Scott Brown
Scott Brown Defender
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Callum Brook
Callum Brook Defender
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Cole Patrick
Cole Patrick Defender
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Gavin Rothery
Gavin Rothery Midfielder
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Scott Smith
Scott Smith Midfielder
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Luke Hinsley
Luke Hinsley Midfielder
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Derry Robson
Derry Robson Midfielder
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Jimmy Williams
Jimmy Williams Midfielder
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Jack Lazenby
Jack Lazenby Midfielder
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Dylan Collington
Dylan Collington Midfielder
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Jock Curran
Jock Curran Midfielder
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Danny Middleton
Danny Middleton Midfielder
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Ryan Musselwhite
Ryan Musselwhite

Squad ▼

No data available

Match Commentary

CONCLUSION

Pontefract Collieries secured a comprehensive 8-0 victory over Parkgate after a goalless first half. The home side's second-half adjustments proved decisive in breaking down the visitors' resistance and creating multiple scoring opportunities. With no red cards affecting proceedings both teams maintained full complements on the pitch. The absence of expected goals metrics meant the performance was evaluated purely on the observed scoreline and possession patterns. Pontefract Collieries demonstrated clear superiority in converting chances once the deadlock was broken. Parkgate were unable to mount a sustained response after conceding the opening goal. This result reinforced the pre-match assessment of Pontefract Collieries as the stronger side while highlighting their capacity for rapid momentum shifts in the second period.