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Tranmere vs Morecambe

Prenton Park, Birkenhead, Merseyside31 October 2020 at 15:00
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Referee: C. Hicks

Match Events

Tranmere
Morecambe
Kick Off
Half Time
57′
A. Phillips

Penalty

O. KhanL. Feeney
66′
K. MorrisS. Smith
71′
K. WooleryC. Taylor
71′
81′
Carlos GomesJ. O'Sullivan
90′
A. PhillipsB. Pringle
Full Time

Match Statistics

1Shots on Goal2
9Shots off Goal10
13Total Shots13
3Blocked Shots1
8Shots insidebox9
5Shots outsidebox4
13Fouls9
4Corner Kicks3
0Offsides1
62%Ball Possession38%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves1
458Total passes285
325Passes accurate148
71%Passes %52%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tranmere is 6.61, compared to — for Morecambe. 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 Morecambe's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Tranmere deploy 4 defenders rated 6.83 on average, against Morecambe's 5-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 6.38, versus Morecambe's 3 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 2 for Morecambe 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 73% for Tranmere and —% for Morecambe. 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 Morecambe. 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 27.5 (youngest: L. O'Connor (25), oldest: K. Woolery (30)), while Morecambe 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 10 league appearances each, versus 0 for Morecambe. 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.

Tranmere4-2-3-15-3-2Morecambe
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Davies26Clarke6Monthe2O'Connor18MacDona.28Banks7Morris22Lewis17Khan9Vaughan14Woolery1Turner3Hendrie5Lavelle4Knight-.10Wildig2Mellor7Slew24Songo'o14Kenyon20Phillips11Gomes

Substitutes

Coach: M. Jackson

Substitutes

Coach: D. Adams

TranmerePosition StrengthMorecambe
6.61
Avg Rating
6.83Defender (4 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.38Midfielder (5 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
Tranmere4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperS. Davies
26DefenderP. Clarke
6DefenderE. Monthe
2DefenderL. O'Connor6.8
18DefenderC. MacDonald
28MidfielderO. Banks
7MidfielderK. Morris
22MidfielderP. Lewis
17MidfielderO. Khan
14MidfielderK. Woolery6.4
9ForwardJ. Vaughan
Morecambe5-3-2
1GoalkeeperJ. Turner
3DefenderS. Hendrie
5DefenderS. Lavelle
4DefenderN. Knight-Percival
2DefenderK. Mellor
24DefenderY. Songo'o
10MidfielderA. Wildig
14MidfielderA. Kenyon
20MidfielderA. Phillips
7ForwardJ. Slew
11ForwardCarlos Gomes

Match Summary

Morecambe defeated Tranmere 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by A. Phillips 57′ (pen.). 1 yellow cards were shown. Tranmere had 62% possession while Morecambe held 38%. Tranmere had 13 shots (1 on target) compared to 13 (2 on target) for Morecambe. Tranmere made 3 substitutions, Morecambe made 2.

Rivalry since 2014

Tranmere vs Morecambe Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Tranmere
4
wins
Drawn
3
Morecambe
4
wins
Total goals
32 · 2.9/match
Both scored
7/11 · 64%
Over 2.5
6/11 · 55%

Recent Form

Tranmere

DLWLDL

Morecambe

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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.

Tranmere4wins
2draws10 meetings
Morecambe4wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.8

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 5.6%

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 51.5%Draw 28.9%Away 25.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.913.303.90
Max1.963.594.04
Over 2.5: 47.6%Under 2.5: 58.8%
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 market49.2%26.9%23.9%
Public market48.9%27.2%23.8%

Tranmere vs Morecambe — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Morecambe
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (52%)

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.

TranmereHalf-time:00Morecambe
13Shots13
1Shots 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
01/01/25Morecambe2–0Tranmere2.89/3.30/2.42
03/12/24Tranmere2–2Morecambe1.89/3.50/4.09
13/02/24Tranmere2–3Morecambe1.97/3.58/3.67
24/10/23Morecambe1–0Tranmere2.05/3.50/3.56
30/01/21Morecambe0–1Tranmere2.25/3.36/3.19
31/10/20Tranmere0–1Morecambe1.94/3.46/3.98
26/12/18Tranmere3–1Morecambe1.87/3.46/4.56
06/10/18Morecambe3–4Tranmere2.90/3.56/2.42
30/08/14Tranmere2–1Morecambe2.29/3.36/3.26
10/01/15Morecambe0–0Tranmere2.85/3.25/2.65

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: Morecambe

W 229D 196L 302
Over 2.550
Goals scored890

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026