Gas Face Tough Test as In-Form Bolton Visit Memorial Stadium

Bristol Rovers

Bolton
League One
Kickoff:
11 Mar 2025
Pirates Riding Home Wave Against High-Flying Trotters
Bristol Rovers will be looking to continue their impressive home form when they welcome Bolton Wanderers to the Memorial Stadium on March 11. The Gas have turned their home ground into something of a fortress lately, winning three of their last five matches there. Iñigo Calderón's men are coming off a confidence-boosting 1-0 victory against Huddersfield just a few days ago. Can they keep the momentum going? Their overall form (three wins from nine) doesn't tell the whole story – at home, they've been scoring freely with 10 goals in their last five games.

Bolton's Road Warriors Aim to Continue Climb
Bolton are flying high right now! Steven Schumacher's squad has been tearing through League One with seven wins in their last ten matches. The Trotters are fresh off an away win at Burton (2-1) and have been clinical on their travels, winning half of their last six road games. Their attack has been clicking nicely, notching 18 goals in their last ten outings while maintaining a solid defensive record. They've been especially impressive in tight finishes too, grabbing a late point against Cambridge United back in January.
Battle of Contrasting Styles
This matchup pits Rovers' home comfort against Bolton's away day specialists. Rovers have been banging in the goals at Memorial Stadium – averaging two per game in their last five home fixtures. Bolton, meanwhile, have been more measured on their travels, scoring just six in their last six away games. But don't let that fool you! They've been efficient where it counts. Both teams have shown they can fight until the final whistle too, each snatching points in stoppage time this season. The bookies favor Bolton with a 50.6% chance of victory compared to Rovers' 23.3%, but home advantage can be a great leveler.

Key Matchups Could Decide Outcome
The battle in midfield will be crucial. Rovers will need to replicate the defensive solidity they showed against Huddersfield. Bolton's attack has been purring lately – putting three past both Shrewsbury and Birmingham. Will Rovers stick with the approach that's worked at home? Or will Calderón adjust his tactics to counter Bolton's threats? With both teams having a knack for late drama this season, fans would be wise to stay until the final whistle. The Gas faithful will be out in force, hoping their team can upset the odds against a Bolton side looking increasingly like promotion material.
Bristol Rovers vs Bolton Live Stream & TV Stations
Sky Sports+ broadcasts the match in Ireland and the United Kingdom.
Author:
Ethan Mitchell
Published at: 09 Mar 2025

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