Match report

Bolton Stuns Bristol Rovers 3-2 in League One Clash

Bristol Rovers

2–3

Bolton

May 7, 2023

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May 7, 2023 · FT

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Bolton delivered a stunning performance against Bristol Rovers in their League One encounter. Despite falling behind early with a goal from Lyle Hoole, Bolton struck back quickly through Sessa Shoretire's assist and Goal by Gethin Jones. The visitors maintained momentum throughout the second half, securing two additional goals from Drey Wright Nlundulu and Alfie Morley before Joss Marquis narrowed the gap for Rovers in stoppage time.

Key Facts

• Final Score: Bristol Rovers 2–3 Bolton
• Goals: Lyle Hoole (Bristol Rovers), Sessa Shoretire, Drey Wright Nlundulu, Alfie Morley (Bolton), Joss Marquis (Bristol Rovers)
• Yellow Cards: James Sheehan, Gary Thompson (Bolton); Drey Wright Nlundulu (Bolton)

Lineups

Bristol Rovers

Formation: 4-3-3

Starting XI

1 J. Belshaw (G)
30 L. Hoole (D)
5 J. Quansah (D)
17 L. Gibson (D)
3 L. Gordon (D)
21 A. Evans (M)
8 G. Ward (M)
6 S. Finley (M)
7 S. Sinclair (F)
40 J. Coburn (F)
10 A. Collins (F)

Substitutes

9 J. Marquis
25 G. Whelan
35 E. Balcombe
2 J. Connolly
22 L. Bogarde
11 C. MacDonald
23 L. McCormick

Bolton

Formation: 3-4-1-2

Starting XI

12 J. Dixon (G)
18 E. Toal (D)
5 Ricardo (D)
6 G. Johnston (D)
2 G. Jones (M)
8 J. Sheehan (M)
25 G. Thomason (M)
3 D. John (M)
16 A. Morley (F)
17 S. Shoretire (F)
29 V. Adeboyejo (F)

Substitutes

27 R. Williams
4 M. Williams
20 K. Lee
35 C. Jerome
11 D. N'Lundulu
24 E. Kachunga
10 D. Charles

Timeline

11' Bolton Card · Yellow Card

J. Sheehan

Foul
24' Bolton Goal · Normal Goal

S. Shoretire · Assist: Gethin Jones
28' Bolton subst · Substitution 1

Off: Gethin Jones · On: R. Williams
28' Bristol Rovers Goal · Normal Goal

L. Hoole
46' Bristol Rovers subst · Substitution 1

Off: J. Coburn · On: J. Marquis
46' Bolton subst · Substitution 2

Off: R. Santos · On: M. Williams
52' Bolton Card · Yellow Card

G. Thomason

Foul
61' Bolton subst · Substitution 3

Off: J. Sheehan · On: K. Lee
61' Bolton subst · Substitution 4

Off: V. Adeboyejo · On: C. Jerome
61' Bolton subst · Substitution 5

Off: S. Shoretire · On: D. Nlundulu
70' Bolton Goal · Normal Goal

D. Nlundulu · Assist: G. Thomason
77' Bolton Goal · Normal Goal

A. Morley · Assist: R. Williams
78' Bristol Rovers subst · Substitution 2

Off: S. Finley · On: Glenn Whelan
81' Bristol Rovers subst · Substitution 3

Off: James Belshaw · On: Ellery Balcombe
81' Bristol Rovers subst · Substitution 4

Off: J. Quansah · On: James Connolly
81' Bristol Rovers subst · Substitution 5

Off: A. Evans · On: L. Bogarde
81' Bristol Rovers subst · Substitution 6

Off: Lewis Gordon · On: C. MacDonald
84' Bristol Rovers Goal · Normal Goal

J. Marquis
90'+3 Bolton Card · Yellow Card

D. Nlundulu

Argument
90'+6 Bristol Rovers subst · Substitution 7

Off: Glenn Whelan · On: L. McCormick

Match Stats

Stat	Bristol Rovers	Bolton
Fouls	13	14
Pass Accuracy	86%	85%
Offsides	0	5
Red Cards	—	—
Total Shots	12	14
Corners	5	8
Total Passes	449	395
Yellow Cards	1	3
Blocked Shots	2	4
Shots on Target	6	5
xG	—	—
Shots off Target	4	5
Possession	53%	47%
Accurate Passes	386	335
Shots Inside Box	8	9
Saves	2	4
Shots Outside Box	4	5

Key Match Notes

▸ Sessa Shoretire's goal in the 24th minute gave Bolton an early lead and set the tone for their victory.
▸ Drey Wright Nlundulu's goal at the 70th minute marked a significant turning point, putting Bolton firmly ahead despite Bristol Rovers' best efforts.