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Swindon Town vs Tranmere

County Ground, Swindon18 August 2018 at 15:00
Referee: Alan Young

Match Events

Swindon Town
Tranmere
Kick Off
10′
J. Smith

assist: C. Stockton

13′
J. Norwood

assist: C. Stockton

18′Jay Harris
E. Adebayo

assist: M. Doughty

20′
T. DiagouragaM. Richards
26′
Jermaine McGlashan43′
43′Scott Davies
Half Time
M. SmithS. Alzate
54′
M. Richards

assist: S. Alzate

60′
61′
J. SmithD. Mottley-Henry
69′
C. StocktonH. Gilmour
73′Ollie Banks
J. Romanski
73′
K. AndersonJ. Dunne
83′
84′
J. CapriceP. Mullin
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Swindon Town is —, compared to 6.80 for Tranmere. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Swindon Town's highest-rated starter is —, while Tranmere's best-rated player is C. Jennings (6.80).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Swindon Town have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Tranmere's starters account for 4 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by C. Jennings (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Swindon Town deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Tranmere's 2-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Swindon Town field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Tranmere's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Swindon Town start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Tranmere averaging 6.80. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Swindon Town and 68% for Tranmere. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Swindon Town's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Tranmere. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Swindon Town's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Tranmere average 34.0 (youngest: C. Jennings (34), oldest: C. Jennings (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Swindon Town's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 28 for Tranmere. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Swindon TownPosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.80
Forward (1 v 3)6.80
0G 0A4G 3A
Swindon Town
1GoalkeeperL. Vigouroux
6DefenderO. Lancashire
2DefenderK. Knoyle
25DefenderJ. Romanski
31DefenderM. Taylor
20MidfielderT. Diagouraga
7MidfielderJ. McGlashan
3MidfielderM. Doughty
16MidfielderM. Smith
10MidfielderK. Anderson
17ForwardE. Adebayo
Tranmere
1GoalkeeperS. Davies
5DefenderS. McNulty
16DefenderM. Ellis
14MidfielderJ. Caprice
6MidfielderE. Monthe
18MidfielderJ. Smith
8MidfielderJ. Harris
28MidfielderO. Banks
11ForwardC. Jennings6.84G3A
10ForwardJ. Norwood
20ForwardC. Stockton

Match Summary

Swindon Town defeated Tranmere 3:2. The match was played in League Two 2018. Goals were scored by J. Smith 10′, J. Norwood 13′, E. Adebayo 20′, M. Richards 60′, J. Romanski 73′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Swindon Town made 3 substitutions, Tranmere made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Swindon Town vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
Swindon Town
9
wins
Drawn
3
Tranmere
3
wins
Total goals
39 · 2.6/match
Both scored
9/15 · 60%
Over 2.5
9/15 · 60%

Recent Form

Swindon Town

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Tranmere

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Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Swindon Town4wins
3draws10 meetings
Tranmere3wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.3

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (42%) — the odds may underestimate Swindon Town.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.3%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 43.9%Draw 29.2%Away 31.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.253.373.10
Max2.303.503.29
Market favourite:Swindon Town · Slight favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market42.2%28.6%29.2%
Public market42.3%27.8%29.9%

Swindon Town vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Swindon Town
Result vs. Market: Swindon Town (44%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

Swindon TownHalf-time:12Tranmere
18Shots5
9Shots on target3

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
21/03/26Tranmere0–1Swindon Town3.90/3.50/1.81
08/11/25Swindon Town2–1Tranmere1.66/3.75/4.50
28/01/25Swindon Town3–1Tranmere1.82/3.59/4.30
01/10/24Tranmere1–1Swindon Town2.22/3.27/3.33
27/02/24Swindon Town3–1Tranmere2.38/3.51/2.85
23/12/23Tranmere2–1Swindon Town2.24/3.63/3.01
10/04/23Tranmere1–0Swindon Town2.46/3.25/2.99
12/11/22Swindon Town1–1Tranmere2.30/3.35/3.15
08/02/22Tranmere3–0Swindon Town2.27/3.26/3.26
17/08/21Swindon Town0–0Tranmere2.58/3.34/2.70

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Swindon Town

W 200D 108L 142
Over 2.555
Goals scored677

Away Record: Tranmere

W 124D 95L 149
Over 2.542
Goals scored427

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026