Bristol Rovers vs Cambridge United - League Two
Fixture Preview - 23 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Bristol Rovers host Cambridge United at the Memorial Stadium in what promises to be a compelling League Two clash. The home side has struggled recently, recording just one point from their last five outings, while Cambridge United arrives with a more positive momentum, having secured two wins in their last three matches. This disparity in form suggests that the visitors may hold the upper hand going into this fixture. Historically, Bristol Rovers have had the better of this matchup, winning six of the last ten encounters, but their current form could undermine their home advantage. An interesting angle to consider is the potential for goals, as both teams have shown vulnerabilities at the back. With five of the last ten meetings producing over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring in four of those matches, betting on BTTS (both teams to score) at odds of 1.9 could be a prudent choice. Given the stakes and the contrasting form, this match could be a high-scoring affair, making it one to watch for fans and punters alike.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 |  Gillingham | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| 7 |  Bromley | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| 8 |  Harrogate Town | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 |
| 9 |  Cambridge United | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 10 |  Fleetwood Town | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 11 |  Walsall | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 12 |  Swindon Town | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 13 |  Tranmere Rovers | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 14 |  Colchester United | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 15 |  Notts County | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 16 |  Newport County | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 17 |  Oldham Athletic | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| 18 |  Barnet | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 19 |  Barrow | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 20 |  Accrington Stanley | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 21 |  Bristol Rovers | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 22 |  Crawley Town | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 23 |  Shrewsbury Town | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 24 |  Cheltenham Town | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 12, 2025 | Bristol Rovers | 0–2 | Cambridge United | Carabao Cup |
| January 4, 2025 | Cambridge United | 0–1 | Bristol Rovers | League One |
| August 31, 2024 | Bristol Rovers | 2–0 | Cambridge United | League One |
| April 16, 2024 | Bristol Rovers | 1–0 | Cambridge United | League One |
| August 19, 2023 | Cambridge United | 2–0 | Bristol Rovers | League One |
| January 7, 2023 | Cambridge United | 1–2 | Bristol Rovers | League One |
| October 8, 2022 | Bristol Rovers | 2–1 | Cambridge United | League One |
| August 8, 2017 | Bristol Rovers | 4–1 | Cambridge United | Carabao Cup |
| March 25, 2016 | Bristol Rovers | 3–0 | Cambridge United | League Two |
| October 30, 2015 | Cambridge United | 1–2 | Bristol Rovers | League Two |