Bolton vs Bristol Rovers Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 05 Apr 2025


Trotters Look Value for This Clash
Backing Bolton -1.25 at odds of -114 means we’ll benefit if the favourites win by two or more goals against Bristol Rovers. If they only triumph by one goal, then half our stake will be returned on the Asian Handicap.
3-2 Win for Rovers in Pair’s Last Encounter
Bolton Wanderers got the win in their last game. A 1-0 victory occurred on the road at The Brick Community Stadium when meeting Wigan Athletic.
Bristol Rovers were beaten 2-1 in their previous game, being turned over at home to Birmingham City at Memorial Stadium.
Head-to-Head Statistics
These two sides previously met at Memorial Stadium, with Rovers landing the home victory. Defeating Bolton by a 3-2 scoreline. We’ve seen the past 7 H2H matches feature three Bolton wins, two draws and two Rovers triumphs.
Confirmed Lineups
Bolton confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Nathan Baxter (GK), William Forrester, Chris Forino-Joseph, George Johnston, Josh Cogley, Aaron Morley, Josh Sheehan, Jordi Osei-Tutu, Carlos Mendes, John McAtee, Aaron Collins.
Bristol Rovers confirmed lineup (4-1-4-1): Jed Ward (GK), Taylor Moore, James Wilson, Connor Taylor, Sil Swinkels, Romaine Sawyers, Shaqai Forde, Kofi Shaw, Matt Butcher, Ruel Sotiriou, Gatlin O'Donkor.
Bolton vs Bristol Rovers Prediction & Betting Tips
We think Bolton will win this League One game by two goals or more. This leads us to back them -1.25 on the Asian Handicap at odds of -114, with plenty of juice in the available price.
We’re keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the best stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.
Key Bolton Wanderers vs Bristol Rovers league stats:
Bolton -1.25 Probability
According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 53.3% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
There’s often the option to sell goals and that allows you to leverage a bigger potential return. Conversely, buying goals will give you a less-risky bet but shorter odds.

Correct Score Prediction
There could be merit in backing Bolton to win 4-1. Odds of +1700 are available about a correct score bet where a nice potential return is on the cards.
Bolton vs Bristol Rovers Odds
Bolton Wanderers have short betting odds to win and they’re overwhelming -263 favourites for this League One clash. This means the bookies give them a 72% chance of winning the game. If you want to back the outsider for this match, Bristol Rovers are available at +600.
For those expecting a high-scoring game, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price.
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- League One: 11/03 2025 Bristol Rovers 3 Bolton 2
- League One: 06/04 2024 Bristol Rovers 0 Bolton 2
- League One: 16/12 2023 Bolton 1 Bristol Rovers 2
- League One: 07/05 2023 Bristol Rovers 2 Bolton 3
- League One: 02/12 2022 Bolton 1 Bristol Rovers 1
- League One: 28/01 2020 Bolton 1 Bristol Rovers 1
- League One: 22/10 2019 Bristol Rovers 0 Bolton 2


- 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 8 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.80 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.40 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.30 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Bolton this season are John McAtee (11), Aaron Collins (10), Aaron Morley (6)
- Top Assistors for Bolton this season are Aaron Morley (7), Josh Cogley (6), Josh Sheehan (5)
Bolton vs Bristol Rovers Lineups & Team News
Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Bolton vs Rovers team news.
The League One squads highlight the star players operating for every team in the division.
Bolton Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Bristol Rovers Confirmed Lineup 4-1-4-1
Bolton Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Bristol Rovers Confirmed Lineup 4-1-4-1
Bolton Substitutes
- 2Gethin Jones
- 4George Thomason
- 20Luke Southwood
- 22Kyle Dempsey
- 28Jay Matete
- 29Kion Etete
- 31Joel Randall
Bristol Rovers Substitutes
- 7Scott Sinclair
- 8Grant Ward
- 11Luke Thomas
- 19Isaac Hutchinson
- 30Michael Reindorf
- 32Jack Hunt
- 35Matt Hall
Previous Bolton Lineups
Previous Bristol Rovers Lineups
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Luton | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
2 | Barnsley | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
3 | Blackpool | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
4 | Bolton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
5 | Bradford | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
6 | Burton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
7 | Cardiff | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
8 | Doncaster | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
9 | Exeter | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
10 | Huddersfield | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
11 | Leyton Orient | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
12 | Lincoln | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
13 | Mansfield | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
14 | Northampton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
15 | Peterborough | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
16 | Plymouth | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
17 | Port Vale | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
18 | Reading | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
19 | Rotherham | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
20 | Stevenage | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
21 | Stockport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
22 | Wigan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
23 | Wycombe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
24 | Wimbledon | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Luton | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
2 | Barnsley | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
3 | Blackpool | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
4 | Bolton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
5 | Bradford | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
6 | Burton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
7 | Cardiff | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
8 | Doncaster | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
9 | Exeter | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
10 | Huddersfield | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
11 | Leyton Orient | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
12 | Lincoln | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
13 | Mansfield | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
14 | Northampton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
15 | Peterborough | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
16 | Plymouth | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
17 | Port Vale | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
18 | Reading | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
19 | Rotherham | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
20 | Stevenage | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
21 | Stockport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
22 | Wigan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
23 | Wycombe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
24 | Wimbledon | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |


















































