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Forest Green vs Tranmere

The New Lawn, Nailsworth23 October 2018 at 19:45

Match Events

Forest Green
Tranmere
Kick Off
R. Brown

assist: C. Winchester

11′
Farrend Rawson33′
39′Steve McNulty
L. Shephard
39′
Half Time
55′
J. SmithL. Cole
66′
C. JenningsP. Mullin
C. WinchesterM. Worthington
78′
80′
H. GilmourB. Tollitt
85′
P. Mullin
D. GrubbI. Pearce
86′
Reece Brown89′
90′Jay Harris
R. BrownN. McGinley
90+3′
T. Campbell
90+8′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Forest Green 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. Forest Green's highest-rated starter is —, while Tranmere's best-rated player is C. Jennings (6.80).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Forest Green 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

Forest Green deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against Tranmere's 3-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

Forest Green field 4 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

Forest Green start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 Forest Green 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

Forest Green'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 Forest Green'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

Forest Green'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.

Forest GreenPosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.80
Forward (1 v 2)6.80
0G 0A4G 3A
Forest Green
13GoalkeeperJ. Montgomery
23DefenderJ. Mills
16DefenderG. Gunning
6DefenderF. Rawson
2DefenderL. Shephard
7DefenderC. Winchester
20MidfielderP. Digby
4MidfielderL. James
8MidfielderD. Grubb
10MidfielderR. Brown
14ForwardT. Campbell
Tranmere
1GoalkeeperS. Davies
5DefenderS. McNulty
4DefenderR. Sutton
12DefenderL. McCullough
14MidfielderJ. Caprice
6MidfielderE. Monthe
18MidfielderJ. Smith
8MidfielderJ. Harris
22MidfielderH. Gilmour
11ForwardC. Jennings6.84G3A
10ForwardJ. Norwood

Match Summary

Forest Green defeated Tranmere 3:1. The match was played in League Two 2018. Goals were scored by R. Brown 11′, L. Shephard 39′, P. Mullin 85′, T. Campbell 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Forest Green made 3 substitutions, Tranmere made 3.

Rivalry since 2015

Forest Green vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Forest Green
5
wins
Drawn
4
Tranmere
4
wins
Total goals
29 · 2.2/match
Both scored
5/13 · 38%
Over 2.5
5/13 · 38%

Recent Form

Forest Green

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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

Forest Green dominates

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

Forest Green5wins
1draws8 meetings
Tranmere2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.6

Average goals per game

63%

Games with 3+ goals

38%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (75%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (42%) — the odds may underestimate Forest Green.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.8%

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 43.1%Draw 29.7%Away 31.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.303.303.10
Max2.353.403.30
Market favourite:Forest Green · 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 market42.0%28.5%29.5%
Public market41.6%28.8%29.6%

Forest Green vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Forest Green
Result vs. Market: Forest Green (43%)

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.

Forest GreenHalf-time:20Tranmere
14Shots11
6Shots on target4

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
24/02/24Forest Green1–0Tranmere2.47/3.42/2.79
11/11/23Tranmere3–0Forest Green2.59/3.63/2.55
29/01/22Tranmere0–4Forest Green3.20/3.06/2.42
25/09/21Forest Green0–0Tranmere1.84/3.46/4.30
01/05/21Forest Green2–1Tranmere2.62/3.22/2.75
19/01/21Tranmere3–2Forest Green3.03/3.13/2.49
19/04/19Tranmere0–1Forest Green2.26/3.37/3.29
23/10/18Forest Green3–1Tranmere2.32/3.37/3.23

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: Forest Green

W 100D 69L 97
Over 2.546
Goals scored343

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