Leyton Orient vs Plymouth Argyle: match statistics
The match promises to be very evenly contested, as confirmed by the analysis of key statistics for both teams. Leyton Orient holds the home advantage with a 40% win rate in home matches and a positive goal difference (+6), yet their recent form is concerning—just 1 victory in the last 5 matches. Plymouth Argyle presents a similar win rate away (47%) but is characterized by higher offensive efficiency (1.6 goals on average per away match) and better form in recent fixtures (1.4 points per match). Both teams have a close shot conversion rate (14%) and similar xG values, suggesting an even quality of play. Considering the hosts' poor recent form and the visitors' solid disposition, alongside the home advantage for Leyton Orient, a draw or a minimal victory for either side seems the most likely scenario.
Leyton Orient vs Plymouth Argyle: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Leyton Orient played against Plymouth Argyle in EFL League One (England). The game was played on February 17, 2026. Final score: 1:3.
Recent form
Leyton Orient has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.80 points per game. Plymouth Argyle has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, with 1.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Leyton Orient scores 1.33 goals per game and allows 1.63. Plymouth Argyle scores 1.32 and allows 1.48. Games in this league average 2.59 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 57% of Leyton Orient's games and 45% of Plymouth Argyle's. The Over 2.5 rates are 60% and 48%, compared with league averages of 51% for BTTS and 50% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Plymouth Argyle has the higher season xG average, 1.38 to 1.30 per game. Leyton Orient takes 11.6 shots per game, while Plymouth Argyle takes 12.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Leyton Orient leads at halftime in 23% of its games and scores 0.73 goals per game after halftime. Plymouth Argyle leads at halftime in 32% and scores 0.68 after halftime.
When the teams score
Leyton Orient's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (9 goals). For Plymouth Argyle, it is minutes 31-45+ (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
League One games average 2.59 goals. Both teams score in 51% of games, and 50% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 1.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
The match promises to be very evenly contested, as confirmed by the analysis of key statistics for both teams. Leyton Orient holds the home advantage with a 40% win rate in home matches and a positive goal difference (+6), yet their recent form is concerning—just 1 victory in the last 5 matches. Plymouth Argyle presents a similar win rate away (47%) but is characterized by higher offensive efficiency (1.6 goals on average per away match) and better form in recent fixtures (1.4 points per match). Both teams have a close shot conversion rate (14%) and similar xG values, suggesting an even quality of play. Considering the hosts' poor recent form and the visitors' solid disposition, alongside the home advantage for Leyton Orient, a draw or a minimal victory for either side seems the most likely scenario.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Leyton Orient | Plymouth Argyle | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 33% | 32% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.35 | 0.33 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Plymouth Argyle is 75% better for: last-5 form.
0.8 pts / game - Leyton Orient · 1.4 pts / game - Plymouth Argyle
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Plymouth Argyle is 10% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.63 goals / game - Leyton Orient · 1.48 goals / game - Plymouth Argyle
Leyton Orient scores in 73% of games (22 of 30 meczów), while Plymouth Argyle keeps a clean sheet in 29% (9 of 31 meczów).
Plymouth Argyle scores in 74% of games (23 of 31 meczów), while Leyton Orient keeps a clean sheet in 20% (6 of 30 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Leyton Orient
Over / Under - Plymouth Argyle
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Plymouth Argyle is 13% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.17 pts / game - Leyton Orient · 1.32 pts / game - Plymouth Argyle
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Leyton Orient - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 23% of games and wins 30%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Plymouth Argyle - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 32% of games and wins 39%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 80% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.20 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.4 | 0.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 0% | 80% |
| Goal difference | +5 | -4 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (9 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): -6 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (9 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): -4 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Leyton Orient
Plymouth Argyle
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (League One).
Teams vs league
| Leyton Orient | Liga | Plymouth Argyle | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.97 | 2.59 | ▲ 2.81 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 57% | 51% | ▼ 45% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 60% | 50% | ▼ 48% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 20% | 27% | ▲ 29% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 70% | 68% | ▲ 74% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 87% | 81% | ▲ 84% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Leyton Orient's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Plymouth Argyle. Games average 1.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Leyton Orient vs Plymouth Argyle?
The EFL League One match finished Leyton Orient 1:3 Plymouth Argyle. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Leyton Orient vs Plymouth Argyle?
Leyton Orient score 1.33 goals per game on average and Plymouth Argyle 1.32. The EFL League One average is 2.59 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 50% of games. Both teams score in 57% of Leyton Orient's matches and 45% of Plymouth Argyle's.
What form are Leyton Orient and Plymouth Argyle in?
Over the last 5 games Leyton Orient have a 1-1-3 record (0.80 points per game) and Plymouth Argyle 2-1-2 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Leyton Orient vs Plymouth Argyle?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.