Rochdale

Chris Beech enjoyed his time with Hartlepool United as a player. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

Chris Beech reflects on Pools spell

Emmanuel Onariase misses out for Hartlepool United against Bromley. Picture by FRANK REID

Onariase absence explained

Hartlepool United were held at home by Ebbsfleet United. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Verdict: Pools changes fail to make a difference

John Askey has outlined his Hartlepool United system and why it has been difficult to change his approach.

John Askey outlines Hartlepool's tactical difficulties

Callum Cooke and Kieran Wallace are back in contention for Hartlepool United's National League fixture with Ebbsfleet United.

Injured duo back in contention for Pools

Callum Cooke has declared himself fit for Hartlepool United ahead of their meeting with Ebbsfleet United.

Will Callum Cooke make an immediate return to Hartlepool's starting XI?

John Askey will continue to fight to turn Hartlepool United's fortunes around this season.

John Askey's defiant message ahead of Hartlepool's return to league action

John Askey has highlighted the importance of their break from the National League.

John Askey's message on Hartlepool's National League break

Hartlepool United are five points off the National League play-off places.

The whopping promotion odds you can get on Pools

Josh Umerah went off injured during Hartlepool United's defeat to Rochdale.

Josh Umerah injury update

Hartlepool United were beaten 3-2 by Rochdale at the Suit Direct Stadium.

The key takeaways from Rochdale defeat

Jim McNulty was full of praise for Rochdale's first half performance against Hartlepool United. (Photo by Charlotte Tattersall/Getty Images)

Jim McNulty's verdict on 'destructive' Rochdale

John Askey discussed the contrast in Hartlepool United's performance against Rochdale. (Photo: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

John Askey reflects on contrasting Pools display

Nicky Featherstone scored in what could have been his final appearance for Hartlepool United in their defeat to Rochdale.

Pools ratings in Rochdale defeat

Hartlepool United suffered yet another defeat in the National League when losing 3-2 against Rochdale. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)

John Askey quizzed over future after torrid first half sees Pools lose again

Hartlepool United were beaten 3-2 at home to Rochdale despite Nicky Featherstone's first goal since returning to the club.

Hartlepool United 2 Rochdale 3: Pools end wretched week in defeat
Hartlepool United ended a wretched week in defeat despite a second half fightback against Rochdale.

Matt Dolan starts for Hartlepool United for the first time this season.

Hartlepool starting XI to face Rochdale

John Askey has admitted Hartlepool United may have to change their approach to end their poor run of form.

Hartlepool v Rochdale: Preview

Hartlepool United host Rochdale in the National League

Is this how Pools will line-up to face Rochdale?

Hartlepool United has slipped down the table but remain in the National League play-off places.

Pools new National League promotion odds after draw with Altrincham

Hartlepool United's Callum Cooke is said to be valued at £193,000.

Pools duo make list of National League's 20 most valuable players

Hartlepool United have a healthy average gate of 4,466 this season.

How Pools' average crowd compares with the rest of the League

Hartlepool have had a solid start to their first season back in the National League.

Where Pools are tipped to finish after good start to season

Hartlepool United were beaten on their return to the National League.

Pools' new promotion odds after opening day defeat

Callum Cooke is one of four Hartlepool United players to feature in transfermarkt.co.uk's team of the National League's most valuable eleven.

Four Pools players make the National League's most expensive starting line-up

Hartlepool United' are 11/1 shots to win this season's National League.

New predicted finishing position for Pools as SkyBet update odds

Hartlepool United are 8/1 shots with SkyBet to win the National League.

Where Pools are expected to finish on their return to the National League
Hartlepool United will be hoping for an immediate return to the Football League.

Hartlepool United's Suit Direct Stadium has a capacity of 7,856.

How the Suit Direct Stadium capacity compares to the rest of the league

Hartlepool United most expensive season-ticket will cost a very respectable £345.

How Hartlepool's most expensive season ticket compares to their rivals

Hartlepool United had average games of over 4,500 in the 2023/23 League Two season.

How Pools' total crowds compared with the rest of League Two this season

Hartlepool United picked up 25 points in the second half of the season. But 18 points won in the first half of the season was too little to claw back.

How the League Two table looked based only on 2023 results

Hartlepool United are back in the relegation zone after defeat at Newport County.

Pools' relegation fight to hinge on three points, experts are predicting

Hartlepool United moved out of the bottom two after a 1-1 draw with Stevenage.

Data experts predict Pools' survival bid will be decided by just three goals

Hartlepool United have eight games to preserve their Football League status. (Photo: Mike Morese | MI News)

Joe Ramage: Hartlepool United's eight game mini-season

Rochdale have parted company with manager Jim Bentley. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

HUFC's relegation rivals sack boss

John Askey is confident his Hartlepool United side are getting closer to three points ahead of Leyton Orient clash. (Photo: Mike Morese | MI News)

Hartlepool United v Leyton Orient: Pools welcome table toppers

Hartlepool United's best ever finish is sixth in Division Two in the 2003/04 season and sixth in League One in the 2004/05 season.

How League Two would look based on every club's BEST EVER league finish

Callum Cooke made an impressive return to the Hartlepool United starting line-up. (Photo: Chris Donnelly | MI News)

Callum Cooke shares injury struggle and Tranmere frustration

Hartlepool United boosted their survival hopes with victory at Doncaster Rovers. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News )

Supercomputer gives verdict on Pools' survival chances

Hartlepool United fans have given the club tremendous support this season, with 62.948 fans watching home games this season.

Here's how Pools' crowds this season compare to their league rivals

Hartlepool United are odds on to be relegated along with Rochdale.

Here is Pools' new predicted points total and finishing position

Hartlepool United manager Keith Curle looks on during the League Two match with Colchester United. (Credit: Michael Driver | MI News)

Hartlepool United's striker search continues

Hartlepool United manager Kieth Curle during the League Two match with Colchester United at the Suit Direct Stadium. (Credit: Michael Driver | MI News)

Pools deserve defeat says Keith Curle

Hartlepool United return to the Suit Direct Stadium for another key game against Colchester United. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Is this how Pools will line-up to face Colchester?

Hartlepool United's Edon Pruti in action with Carlisle United's John-Kymani Gordon. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Hartlepool United verdict: The bigger picture of Carlisle disappointment

Keith Curle met with a potential transfer target for Hartlepool United. (Credit: Michael Driver | MI News)

Keith Curle provides update on HUFC transfer meeting

Hartlepool United have lost three games in injury-time this season.

How good are Pools when it comes to injury-time?

Hartlepool United suffered defeat at Carlisle United. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Keith Curle disappointed by the nature of defeat

Jamie Sterry played 60 minutes on his return to the Hartlepool United starting line-up. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Jamie Sterry in line to continue for Pools at Brunton Park

Hartlepool United head to Carlisle United looking to build on their win over Rochdale. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Is this how Pools will line-up to face Carlisle?

Daniel Dodds of Hartlepool United in action during the League Two match between Hartlepool United and Rochdale. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Dan Dodds reflects on home debut

Keith Curle praised Hartlepool United signing Dan Dodds on his home debut against Rochdale. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Pools defender receives praise

Rochdale's Ethan Ebanks-Landell catches Hartlepool United's Jack Hamilton with a high kick resulting in his sending off. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

The key takeaways from Hartlepool United's win over Rochdale

Rochdale manager Jim Bentley gave a scathing assessment of his sides' defeat at the Suit Direct Stadium. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Rochdale boss bemoans ill-discipline

Keith Curle will meet with Hartlepool United striker target over a potential move to the Suit Direct Stadium. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Pools boss to meet with transfer target