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Harrogate Town vs Tranmere

CNG Stadium, Harrogate, North Yorkshire3 November 2020 at 19:00
Referee: R. Joyce

Match Events

Harrogate Town
Tranmere
Kick Off
Half Time
Connor Kirby58′
65′Emmanuel Monthe
B. KiernanT. Walker
70′
75′
K. MorrisO. Khan
75′
C. TaylorK. Woolery
A. MartinJ. Stead
76′
79′
O. Khan

assist: K. Woolery

W. SmithK. Lokko
90+4′
Full Time

Match Statistics

1Shots on Goal2
4Shots off Goal5
9Total Shots11
4Blocked Shots4
3Shots insidebox5
6Shots outsidebox6
16Fouls12
11Corner Kicks4
2Offsides2
49%Ball Possession51%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves1
366Total passes382
233Passes accurate248
64%Passes %65%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Harrogate Town is 6.66, compared to 6.83 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. Harrogate Town's highest-rated starter is J. Belshaw (6.80), while Tranmere's best-rated player is L. O'Connor (6.83).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Harrogate Town have contributed 6 goals and 2 assists this season, led by J. Muldoon (5G). Tranmere's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Harrogate Town deploy 4 defenders rated 6.73 on average, against Tranmere's 4-man backline averaging 6.83. 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

Harrogate Town field 4 midfielders averaging 6.57, 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

Harrogate Town start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.55, compared to 1 for Tranmere 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 67% for Harrogate Town and 70% 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

Harrogate Town's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 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 Harrogate Town's starting XI is 34.8 (youngest: G. Thomson (33), oldest: J. Muldoon (36)), while Tranmere average 25.0 (youngest: L. O'Connor (25), oldest: L. O'Connor (25)). 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

Harrogate Town's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 11 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.

Harrogate Town4-4-24-2-3-1Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Belshaw20Hall3Jones5Smith6Burrell17Kerry14Kiernan7Thomson15Kirby18Muldoon10Martin1Davies26Clarke3Ridehal.6Monthe2O'Connor8Spearing19Feeney7Morris22Lewis11Taylor9Vaughan

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

Substitutes

Coach: I. Dawes

Harrogate TownPosition StrengthTranmere
6.66
Avg Rating
6.83
6.80Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.73Defender (4 v 4)6.83
1G 1A0G 0A
6.57Midfielder (4 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.55Forward (2 v 1)
5G 1A0G 0A
Harrogate Town4-4-2
1GoalkeeperJ. Belshaw6.8
20DefenderC. Hall
3DefenderD. Jones
5DefenderW. Smith
6DefenderW. Burrell6.71G1A
17MidfielderL. Kerry
14MidfielderB. Kiernan
7MidfielderG. Thomson6.6
15MidfielderC. Kirby
18ForwardJ. Muldoon6.55G1A
10ForwardA. Martin
Tranmere4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperS. Davies
26DefenderP. Clarke
3DefenderL. Ridehalgh
6DefenderE. Monthe
2DefenderL. O'Connor6.8
8MidfielderJ. Spearing
19MidfielderL. Feeney
7MidfielderK. Morris
22MidfielderP. Lewis
11MidfielderC. Taylor
9ForwardJ. Vaughan

Match Summary

Tranmere defeated Harrogate Town 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by O. Khan 79′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Harrogate Town had 49% possession while Tranmere held 51%. Harrogate Town had 9 shots (1 on target) compared to 11 (2 on target) for Tranmere. Harrogate Town made 3 substitutions, Tranmere made 2.

Rivalry since 2021

Harrogate Town vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
Harrogate Town
3
wins
Drawn
3
Tranmere
6
wins
Total goals
36 · 3.0/match
Both scored
7/12 · 58%
Over 2.5
7/12 · 58%

Recent Form

Harrogate 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.

Harrogate Town2wins
3draws10 meetings
Tranmere5wins

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

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (48%) — the odds may underestimate Tranmere.

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 50.3%Draw 29.5%Away 25.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.953.253.70
Max2.023.504.17
Over 2.5: 45.5%Under 2.5: 60.6%
Market favourite:Harrogate 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 market48.2%28.5%23.3%
Public market48.3%26.9%24.8%
Δ0.2%1.6%1.5%

Harrogate Town vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tranmere
Result vs. Market: Harrogate Town (50%)

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.

Harrogate TownHalf-time:00Tranmere
9Shots11
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
17/03/26Tranmere0–3Harrogate Town2.15/3.25/3.20
01/01/26Harrogate Town0–2Tranmere3.40/3.40/2.01
01/04/25Harrogate Town3–2Tranmere2.69/3.04/2.75
14/12/24Tranmere2–1Harrogate Town1.71/3.62/4.86
29/12/23Harrogate Town0–2Tranmere2.62/3.39/2.66
15/08/23Tranmere3–0Harrogate Town2.06/3.37/3.49
31/03/23Tranmere1–1Harrogate Town2.15/3.33/3.51
22/10/22Harrogate Town1–1Tranmere3.07/3.23/2.39
15/03/22Tranmere2–0Harrogate Town2.15/3.32/3.53
19/10/21Harrogate Town2–2Tranmere2.22/3.28/3.31

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: Harrogate Town

W 83D 68L 125
Over 2.550
Goals scored317

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