Bristol Rovers play host to Leyton Orient as both sides look to kick off their 2025 campaigns on a high.
League One
Our Three Predictions for Bristol Rovers vs Leyton Orient
- First Prediction: Leyton Orient to win – 99/100
- Second Prediction: Both teams to score – No – 83/100
- Third Prediction: Charlie Kelman to score at any time – 11/5
First Prediction for Bristol Rovers vs Leyton Orient – Leyton Orient to win – 99/100
As of late, Bristol Rovers have struggled this season. They sacked former manager Matt Taylor recently, and have since hired Spaniard Inigo Calderon. However, his tenure hasn’t gotten off to the greatest start, after being beaten 3-0 at Stevenage. On the other hand, the visitors are unbeaten in eight in all competitions. Of these eight matches, seven have been wins, including a 3-0 victory over their upcoming opponents in early December. Nine points and 10 positions separate the two teams, it’s fair to say Leyton Orient are favourites to win this encounter and for good reason.
Second Prediction for Bristol Rovers vs Leyton Orient – Both teams to score – No – 83/100
The O’s have not conceded a goal in a month of football. They last conceded in the league in a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Huddersfield Town, in late November. Since then, they have played six league games and one cup game whereby they have not conceded a single goal. They, alongside Stevenage and Wigan Athletic, have the second-joint best defensive record in the league, conceding just 20 goals in 22 games. Rovers have only scored 19 goals in League One this season, which is the third-worst record in the League. The hosts’ poor goal-scoring record, combined with Leyton Orient’s solid defensive form, suggests that the Gas may find it hard to break the deadlock.
Third Prediction for Bristol Rovers vs Leyton Orient – Charlie Kelman to score at any time – 11/5
Charlie Kelman has racked up eight goal contributions in 22 games this season in the league. Despite only starting 17 games for the O’s this season, he is the club’s top-scorer by two goals, on six. The Queen’s Park Ranger’s loanee has found form recently and has netted three, as well as providing one assist in his last five in all competitions. With the hosts’ poor defensive record, the 23-year-old could further add to his tally on New Year’s Day.
Best Odds for Bristol Rovers vs Leyton Orient
| Bookmaker | Bristol Rovers | Draw | Leyton Orient |
| Myriadplay | 49/20 | 9/4 | 99/100 |
| Gentleman Jim | 5/2 | 9/4 | 1/1 |
| Betarno | 12/5 | 85/40 | 20/21 |
Full Preview of the Game – Last Results and Head-To-Head
As previously mentioned, both sides go into this one in completely opposite form. Whilst the hosts are struggling and have not won once in their last five, the visitors have not lost in their last five, winning four and drawing once.
Three points for either side could prove crucial, with the O’s not far off the promotion picture at the top of the league, and the Gas in trouble at the bottom of the league. Although it isn’t mathematically possible for Richie Wellen’s side to reach the play-off spots with a win, depending on other results around them, it could propel them up to eighth place and three points off those play-off places. At the other end of the table, Bristol Rovers need to be careful, as they are only two points away from the drop zone. Three points could potentially lift them to 17th.
Since 2010, these sides have met 12 times in multiple competitions. The London-based club have won the majority of these matchups, winning six. Bristol Rovers have won four, with only two ending level.
Confrontation
Where to watch Bristol Rovers vs Leyton Orient
Where can I watch this game, either on TV or in person?
- Location: The Memorial Stadium, Bristol
- Date: Wednesday January 1, 2025
- TV Channel: Sky Sports +
Probable Lineups for Bristol Rovers vs Leyton Orient
What sort of lineups can we expect from this League One clash?
Predicted Bristol Rovers Lineup:
- Lineup: J. Griffiths; J. Wilson, C. Taylor, C. Mola, J. Senior, S. Sinclair; G. Ward, L. McCormick, L. Thomas, I. Hutchinson; P. Omochere
- Injured/suspended: J. Hunt, J. Lindsay
- Manager: Inigo Calderon
Predicted Leyton Orient Lineup:
- Lineup: J. Keeley; O. Beckles, J. Simpson, J. Currie, E. Galbraith; D. Ball, J. Brown; D. Agyei, J. Donley, O. O’Neil; C. Kelman
- Injured/suspended: T. Archibald, J. Graham, S. Howes
- Manager: Richie Wellens
Media Centre – News about Bristol Rovers vs Leyton Orient
“We need to be better individually and as a team to be a bit tougher to beat.”
— Bristol Rovers (@Official_BRFC) December 30, 2024
🗣️ Isaac Hutchinson after our defeat to Stevenage…
“Playing football the Orient way!”
— Leyton Orient FC (@leytonorientfc) December 30, 2024
Take a Closer Look as the O’s continue their impressive form 🎥#LOFC #OneOrient
