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Tranmere vs Walsall

Prenton Park, Birkenhead, Merseyside5 December 2020 at 15:00
13
Referee: M. Coy

Match Events

Tranmere
Walsall
Kick Off
19′
E. Adebayo

assist: W. McDonald

L. Feeney
31′
Half Time
48′
W. McDonald

assist: Z. Jules

C. TaylorK. Woolery
64′
J. VaughanM. Ferrier
64′
P. LewisD. Lloyd
64′
66′
D. Scarr

assist: R. Holden

K. MorrisO. Khan
75′
85′
E. AdebayoJ. Gordon
89′
E. OsadebeS. Sinclair
90+1′
W. McDonaldJ. Scrimshaw
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal13
4Shots off Goal6
7Total Shots19
1Blocked Shots0
3Shots insidebox13
4Shots outsidebox6
10Fouls12
2Corner Kicks6
2Offsides2
62%Ball Possession38%
0Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
9Goalkeeper Saves1
496Total passes286
357Passes accurate179
72%Passes %63%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tranmere is 6.83, compared to — for Walsall. 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 Walsall's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Tranmere deploy 4 defenders rated 6.83 on average, against Walsall'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 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Walsall'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

Tranmere start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Walsall 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 Walsall. 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 Walsall. 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 Walsall 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 Walsall. 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.

Tranmere4-3-1-24-4-1-1Walsall
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Davies26Clarke6Monthe2O'Connor18MacDona.8Spearing19Feeney7Morris22Lewis11Taylor9Vaughan13Rose5Clarke3Jules6Scarr2Norman8Kinsella23Osadebe15McDonald12Bates22Holden11Adebayo

Substitutes

Coach: K. Hill

Substitutes

Coach: D. Clarke

TranmerePosition StrengthWalsall
6.83
Avg Rating
6.83Defender (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Tranmere4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperS. Davies
26DefenderP. Clarke
6DefenderE. Monthe
2DefenderL. O'Connor6.8
18DefenderC. MacDonald
8MidfielderJ. Spearing
19MidfielderL. Feeney
7MidfielderK. Morris
22MidfielderP. Lewis
11ForwardC. Taylor
9ForwardJ. Vaughan
Walsall4-4-1-1
13GoalkeeperJ. Rose
5DefenderJ. Clarke
3DefenderZ. Jules
6DefenderD. Scarr
2DefenderC. Norman
8MidfielderL. Kinsella
15MidfielderW. McDonald
12MidfielderA. Bates
22MidfielderR. Holden
23ForwardE. Osadebe
11ForwardE. Adebayo

Match Summary

Walsall defeated Tranmere 3:1. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by E. Adebayo 19′, L. Feeney 31′, W. McDonald 48′, D. Scarr 66′. Tranmere had 62% possession while Walsall held 38%. Tranmere had 7 shots (2 on target) compared to 19 (13 on target) for Walsall. Tranmere made 4 substitutions, Walsall made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Tranmere vs Walsall Head to Head Results

18 stretnutí
Tranmere
5
wins
Drawn
3
Walsall
10
wins
Total goals
44 · 2.4/match
Both scored
9/18 · 50%
Over 2.5
7/18 · 39%

Recent Form

Tranmere

DLWLDL

Walsall

LLWLLD

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

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Head-to-Head Record

Walsall dominates

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

Tranmere3wins
1draws10 meetings
Walsall6wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.7

Average goals per game

40%

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 42.8%Draw 29.4%Away 33.3%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.303.203.00
Max2.413.503.01
Over 2.5: 46.5%Under 2.5: 60.2%
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 market40.2%27.7%32.2%
Public market41.3%27.1%31.6%
Δ1.1%0.5%0.5%

Tranmere vs Walsall — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Walsall
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (43%)

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:11Walsall
7Shots19
2Shots on target13

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
17/01/26Tranmere1–3Walsall3.00/3.20/2.35
20/09/25Walsall4–2Tranmere1.96/3.26/3.88
11/01/25Walsall5–1Tranmere1.56/4.05/5.69
24/08/24Tranmere1–0Walsall2.37/3.35/2.97
06/04/24Tranmere1–3Walsall2.68/3.50/2.51
16/12/23Walsall1–0Tranmere1.95/3.56/3.79
14/01/23Tranmere1–1Walsall2.41/3.09/3.19
24/09/22Walsall0–1Tranmere2.15/3.31/3.54
12/02/22Walsall1–0Tranmere2.93/3.18/2.50
07/08/21Tranmere1–0Walsall2.03/3.33/3.74

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: Walsall

W 132D 109L 117
Over 2.545
Goals scored444

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026