Bristol Rovers vs Plymouth Predictions, Lineups and Betting Tips

Bristol Rovers vs Plymouth Predictions, Lineups and Betting Tips

Match Details | 13 January, 2026 | Memorial Stadium | EFL Trophy | 19:00 GMT

Bristol Rovers welcome Plymouth Argyle to the Memorial Stadium in the EFL Trophy midweek action. The home side sit in League Two and will be looking to cause an upset against League One opposition. The fixture is the first between the two since November 2025, where they played in the group stages of this competition.

Key Betting Tip: Away Win - 2.05 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Bristol Rovers vs Plymouth Predicted Lineups

Bristol Rovers (4-3-3) Southwood, Senior, Lopata, Kilgour, Lockyer, Conteh, Cotterill, Sparkes, Forde, Harrison, Thomas

Plymouth (4-4-2) Ashby-Hammond, Ross, Pleguezuelo, Edwards, Sorinola, Roberts, Oseni, Sarpong-Wiredu, Paterson, Dale, Tolaj

## Bristol Rovers vs Plymouth League Standings

Bristol Rovers find themselves in the division below their opponents and currently sit 20th in League Two, just three points away from the drop zone. They are unbeaten in 2026, but have struggled throughout the season, winning just six league games out of 24, 1/4 of their games. They topped their group with eight points in the competition and beat Plymouth along the way.

Tom Cleverley's Argyle have been very inconsistent this season, sitting 16th in League One and are only three points clear of the drop zone. They are also unbeaten i 2026, winning 3-0 in their last game at home to Burton. They have struggled to string together a run of wins, but have also not failed to pick up results.

Head to Head Timeline

11 Nov 2025 // Bristol Rovers 1-0 Plymouth 30 Jul 2024 // Bristol Rovers 2-1 Plymouth 10 Jan 2023 // Bristol Rovers 0-2 Plymouth 22 Oct 2022 // Bristol Rovers 2-2 Plymouth 17 Jul 2021 // Bristol Rovers 1-1 Plymouth 12 Dec 2020 // Bristol Rovers 3-0 Plymouth 01 Dec 2019 // Bristol Rovers 1-1 Plymouth 08 Sep 2018 // Bristol Rovers 0-0 Plymouth 30 Sep 2017 // Bristol Rovers 2-1 Plymouth 23 Jan 2016 // Bristol Rovers 1-1 Plymouth

Bristol Rovers Last 5

1st Jan- Shrewsbury 0-3 Bristol Rovers 29th Dec- Bristol Rovers 0-2 Barnet 26th Dec- Bristol Rovers 2-3 Bromley 19th Dec- Crewe 1-1 Bristol Rovers 13th Dec- Bristol Rovers 0-3 Swindon

Plymouth Last 5

4th Jan- Plymouth 3-0 Burton 1st Jan- Stevenage 1-1 Plymouth 29th Dec- Plymouth 1-1 Wycombe 26th Dec- Plymouth 1-4 Reading 20th Dec- Doncaster 1-5 Plymouth

Bristol Rovers vs Plymouth Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with 60.00% confidence in a Plymouth Win. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Bristol Rovers v Plymouth Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Away Win @2.05

Key Players to Watch

Jack Sparkes (Bristol Rovers) The fullback has impressed for Rovers so far, providing a consistent performance all season round. He has been solid at the back but has the ability to help on the attack, he could cause problems for Argyle.

Lorent Tolaj (Plymouth) The Swiss forward has netted 14 times in 23 appearances for the Greens. He has 3 goals in 3 starts in this competition, and with the form he's on it could be 1-2 more come Tuesday night.

Match Details

Where to Watch: Sky Sports+ (UK)

**Stadium: Memorial Stadium (Capacity: 11,916)