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Notts County vs Tranmere

Meadow Lane, Nottingham15 December 2018 at 15:00
Referee: Rob Lewis

Match Events

Notts County
Tranmere
Kick Off
Jon Stead27′
J. Stead

assist: D. Jones

33′
38′
J. Smith
K. Hemmings

assist: J. Stead

44′
Half Time
Ross Fitzsimons58′
58′
C. Jennings

assist: J. Smith

59′Connor Jennings
75′
L. ColeH. Gilmour
J. Stead

Penalty

76′
D. VaughanC. Evina
77′
79′
J. HarrisP. Mullin
K. HemmingsK. Dennis
81′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Notts County 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

Notts County deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Tranmere's 4-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

Notts County field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Tranmere's 4 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

Notts County start 3 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 Notts County 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

Notts County'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 Notts County'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

Notts County'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.

Notts CountyPosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.80
Forward (3 v 2)6.80
0G 0A4G 3A
Notts County
1GoalkeeperR. Fitzsimons
19DefenderE. Ward
26DefenderJ. Turley
23DefenderD. Jones
21DefenderK. Davies
4MidfielderE. Hewitt
24MidfielderR. Milsom
8MidfielderD. Vaughan
10ForwardN. Thomas
30ForwardJ. Stead
15ForwardK. Hemmings
Tranmere
1GoalkeeperS. Davies
16DefenderM. Ellis
24DefenderZ. Bakayogo
4DefenderR. Sutton
12DefenderL. McCullough
14MidfielderJ. Caprice
18MidfielderJ. Smith
8MidfielderJ. Harris
29MidfielderL. Cole
11ForwardC. Jennings6.84G3A
10ForwardJ. Norwood

Match Summary

Notts County defeated Tranmere 3:2. The match was played in League Two 2018. Goals were scored by J. Stead 33′, J. Smith 38′, K. Hemmings 44′, C. Jennings 58′, J. Stead 76′ (pen.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Notts County made 2 substitutions, Tranmere made 2.

Rivalry since 2011

Notts County vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Notts County
6
wins
Drawn
3
Tranmere
4
wins
Total goals
38 · 2.9/match
Both scored
8/13 · 62%
Over 2.5
7/13 · 54%

Recent Form

Notts County

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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

Notts County dominates

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

Notts County5wins
1draws8 meetings
Tranmere2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.3

Average goals per game

75%

Games with 3+ goals

63%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (32%) — the odds may underestimate Notts County.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.9%

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 32.1%Draw 27.1%Away 44.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.063.602.20
Max3.203.752.26
Market favourite:Tranmere · 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 market31.5%25.8%42.7%
Public market30.5%26.1%43.4%

Notts County vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Notts County
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (45%)

Result differed from 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.

Notts CountyHalf-time:21Tranmere
8Shots8
5Shots 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
21/02/26Notts County5–0Tranmere1.66/3.75/4.75
30/08/25Tranmere1–2Notts County2.26/3.16/3.19
22/02/25Notts County2–1Tranmere1.58/4.12/5.36
10/08/24Tranmere0–0Notts County2.41/3.60/2.70
01/01/24Tranmere4–2Notts County3.11/3.71/2.14
26/08/23Notts County2–1Tranmere1.56/4.22/5.30
23/02/19Tranmere1–0Notts County2.15/3.33/3.57
15/12/18Notts County3–2Tranmere3.12/3.69/2.24

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: Notts County

W 211D 159L 228
Over 2.552
Goals scored789

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