BARROW-IN-FURNESS, England (March 10, 2026) (Interstat) — Bristol Rovers CC opened its League Two season with a 2-0 away victory over Barrow on Tuesday at SO Legal Stadium, defying a pregame projection that favored the home side.

Second-half substitutes made the difference. Tommy Leigh broke the deadlock in the 27th minute. Fabrizio Cavegn, who also came off the bench, sealed the win with a goal in the 56th minute. Defender Angus MacDonald assisted on both scores.

Interstat’s simulator had projected a 2-1 win for Barrow, but Bristol Rovers CC controlled the match. The visitors’ defense held firm, and Barrow failed to score. Angus MacDonald received a yellow card in the 64th minute for Bristol Rovers CC.