HOW complete is the data?
The data on BRFC Archive is believed to be very nearly complete for competitive first-team matches, covering league, cup, and other official competitions from the club’s creation to the present day. Player, match, and competition records are regularly checked and updated as more games are played and new information becomes available.
Some details is still being added. In particular:
- Friendlies, pre-season matches, and wartime competitions are not currently included, but we plan to expand coverage to include these in the near future.
- Goal times, substitution minutes, and red card minutes are missing from some earlier matches.
- In a small number of cases – especially in early matches – there are unknown goalscorers. This is clearly indicated where applicable.
- Data from the current 2025/26 season will be added shortly and updated regularly thereafter.
If you spot something missing or have information that could help fill a gap, please get in touch. Contributions are always welcome.
hOW ARE PLAYER MINUTES CALCULATED?
Player minutes are calculated using available data on line-ups, substitutions, and red cards, applying a consistent set of rules:
- Starting players are credited with 90 minutes unless substituted or sent off.
- Substitutes receive credit from the minute they entered the match.
- Players subbed off or sent off are credited up to the minute they left the pitch.
Where exact timings are unavailable, the following estimates are used:
- The player subbed off or sent off is credited with 60 minutes.
- The player subbed on is credited with 30 minutes.
- Substitutes who enter the match after the 90th minute are credited with 0 minutes.
For matches involving extra time (e.g. in cup competitions):
- Starters who play the full match receive 120 minutes.
- Substitutes entering during extra time are credited with minutes up to 120 (e.g. a player subbed on in the 105th minute receives 15 minutes).
- Substitutes entering after the 120th minute are credited with 0 minutes.
Injury time is not included in total minutes played. These methods help ensure consistency across matches, especially where full data is unavailable. Records are updated as more detailed information becomes available.
WHAT NEW FEATURES ARE PLANNED?
We’re continuing to develop BRFC Archive to expand the club’s historical record and improve how fans can explore it. Upcoming features include:
Matches
- Team match statistics
- Minute-by-minute match timeline showing key match events
- Digital versions of matchday programmes
Players
- Summary of each player’s international career
- Player comparison tool
Managers
- Summary of each manager’s playing career before management
Head-to-Head
- List of common players who have played for both Rovers and the opposing team
- List of transfers between Rovers and the opposing team
We’ll continue expanding the site over time. If you’ve got ideas or would like to suggest a feature, feel free to get in touch.
Is there an Android or iOS app for BRFC Archive
Not yet — but we hope to develop a mobile app in the near future to make it even easier to explore the archive on the go.
HOW IS BRFC ARCHIVE FUNDED?
BRFC Archive is an independent, non-commercial project. It is not funded by any organisation and relies entirely on the voluntary support of its users.
If you find the site useful and would like to help with its upkeep and development, please consider making a contribution via the Support Us page.
Can I use or repost data from BRFC Archive?
Yes — content from BRFC Archive may be used for personal, academic, or non-commercial purposes, and appropriate credit is appreciated. This includes sharing statistics, tables, or visualisations, provided the source is clearly cited and, where possible, linked to the site.
Use of content for commercial purposes (including paid platforms, publications, or services) requires prior permission.
For further details, please refer to the Terms of Use or contact us with any specific enquiries.
HOW can I contribute?
There are several ways you can contribute to BRFC Archive, whether you want to help improve the accuracy of the data, share additional information, or support the project more generally:
Spread the word: Sharing the site with others — whether through social media, forums, or word of mouth — is a great way to support the project and help more people discover the archive.
Report errors or missing information: If you spot a mistake — whether it’s a player stat, match detail, or competition record — or if you can help fill a gap, please let us know via the Contact page. Include as much detail as possible so we can verify and update the record.
Write a player profile: Help build the archive by contributing a player profile via the player profile submission form.
Suggest sources or share your own research: If you know of reliable sources — such as books, websites, or personal archives — or have carried out your own research into the club’s history or statistics, we’d be glad to hear from you.
Report bugs or site issues: If something on the site isn’t working properly — broken links, layout problems, or anything else — please let us know. It all helps keep the site running smoothly.
Make a donation: If you’d like to help cover hosting costs or support future development, you can do so via the Support Us page.