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Tranmere vs Southend

Prenton Park, Birkenhead, Merseyside24 October 2020 at 15:00
20
Referee: A. Woolmer

Match Events

Tranmere
Southend
Kick Off
O. KhanC. MacDonald
31′
L. OConnorS. Smith
31′
P. Clarke

assist: L. Feeney

31′
Half Time
J. Vaughan

assist: K. Morris

52′
69′
J. OlayinkaB. Goodship
69′
E. AcquahK. Sterling
J. SpearingO. Banks
81′
James Vaughan83′
87′
T. EgbriM. Rush
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
4Shots off Goal5
10Total Shots13
2Blocked Shots6
7Shots insidebox8
3Shots outsidebox5
15Fouls14
5Corner Kicks8
3Offsides1
46%Ball Possession54%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves2
372Total passes429
262Passes accurate337
70%Passes %79%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tranmere is 6.83, compared to — for Southend. 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. Tranmere's highest-rated starter is L. O'Connor (6.83), while Southend's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Tranmere deploy 4 defenders rated 6.83 on average, against Southend'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

Tranmere field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Southend'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

Tranmere start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Southend averaging —. 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 70% for Tranmere and —% for Southend. 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

Tranmere's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Southend. 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 Tranmere's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: L. O'Connor (25), oldest: L. O'Connor (25)), while Southend average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Tranmere's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 0 for Southend. 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.

Tranmere4-2-3-14-5-1Southend
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Davies5Ellis26Clarke3Ridehal.2O'Connor8Spearing19Feeney7Morris17Khan15Young9Vaughan1Oxley8Dieng26Lennon2Bwomono12Clifford24Demetri.7Olayinka20Nathani.28Taylor11Egbri18Acquah

Substitutes

Coach: M. Jackson

Substitutes

Coach: M. Molesley

TranmerePosition StrengthSouthend
6.83
Avg Rating
6.83Defender (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Tranmere4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperS. Davies
5DefenderM. Ellis
26DefenderP. Clarke
3DefenderL. Ridehalgh
2DefenderL. O'Connor6.8
8MidfielderJ. Spearing
19MidfielderL. Feeney
7MidfielderK. Morris
17MidfielderO. Khan
15MidfielderJ. Young
9ForwardJ. Vaughan
Southend4-5-1
1GoalkeeperM. Oxley
8DefenderT. Dieng
26DefenderH. Lennon
2DefenderE. Bwomono
12DefenderT. Clifford
24MidfielderJ. Demetriou
7MidfielderJ. Olayinka
20MidfielderA. Nathaniel-George
28MidfielderK. Taylor
11MidfielderT. Egbri
18ForwardE. Acquah

Match Summary

Tranmere defeated Southend 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by P. Clarke 31′, J. Vaughan 52′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Tranmere had 46% possession while Southend held 54%. Tranmere had 10 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (2 on target) for Southend. Tranmere made 3 substitutions, Southend made 3.

Rivalry since 2014

Tranmere vs Southend Head to Head Results

5 stretnutí
Tranmere
1
wins
Drawn
2
Southend
2
wins
Total goals
8 · 1.6/match
Both scored
2/5 · 40%
Over 2.5
1/5 · 20%

Recent Form

Tranmere

DLWLDL

Southend

LWLWWD

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.

Tranmere2wins
0draws4 meetings
Southend2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2

Average goals per game

25%

Games with 3+ goals

25%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 5.8%

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 63.3%Draw 25.2%Away 17.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.573.805.50
Max1.604.096.00
Over 2.5: 54.1%Under 2.5: 51.3%
Market favourite:Tranmere · Moderate 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 market60.2%23.5%16.3%
Public market60.5%23.7%15.8%

Tranmere vs Southend — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tranmere
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (63%)

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.

TranmereHalf-time:10Southend
10Shots13
4Shots on target2

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
09/03/21Southend0–2Tranmere3.50/3.23/2.17
24/10/20Tranmere2–0Southend1.58/3.96/5.80
22/11/14Tranmere1–2Southend3.02/3.31/2.41
11/04/15Southend1–0Tranmere1.62/3.83/6.38

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: Tranmere

W 124D 95L 149
Over 2.542
Goals scored427

Away Record: Southend

W 132D 88L 102
Over 2.541
Goals scored404

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026