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Tranmere vs Forest Green

Prenton Park, Birkenhead, Merseyside19 January 2021 at 19:00
Referee: D. Drysdale

Match Events

Tranmere
Forest Green
Kick Off
P. Lewis
12′
Half Time
46′
D. SweeneyJ. Matt
J. Vaughan

assist: C. MacDonald

47′
61′
A. CollinsJ. Young
62′
I. HutchinsonE. Whitehouse
65′
E. Whitehouse

assist: N. Cadden

K. WooleryK. Morris
69′
D. LloydM. Ferrier
70′
72′Elliott Whitehouse
L. Feeney
76′
J. VaughanS. Payne
82′
85′
J. RichardsonS. Wagstaff
Scott Davies87′
Morgan Ferrier90′
90′Scott Wagstaff
90+3′
S. Wagstaff

assist: N. Cadden

Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal8
4Shots off Goal6
14Total Shots15
2Blocked Shots1
7Shots insidebox11
7Shots outsidebox4
17Fouls12
6Corner Kicks1
2Offsides2
54%Ball Possession46%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
6Goalkeeper Saves5
424Total passes355
313Passes accurate270
74%Passes %76%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tranmere is 6.38, compared to — for Forest Green. 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 K. Woolery (6.38), while Forest Green's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Tranmere deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Forest Green's 3-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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Forest Green'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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.38, compared to 2 for Forest Green 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 75% for Tranmere and —% for Forest Green. 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.

Age & Experience

The average age of Tranmere's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: K. Woolery (30), oldest: K. Woolery (30)), while Forest Green average 31.0 (youngest: J. Moore-Taylor (31), oldest: J. Moore-Taylor (31)). 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 8 league appearances each, versus 0 for Forest Green. 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.

Tranmere4-3-33-1-4-2Forest Green
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Davies26Clarke6Monthe18MacDona.8Spearing19Feeney35Lloyd22Lewis17Khan9Vaughan14Woolery1McGee15Moore-T.6Cargill22Godwin-.25Richard.11Cadden8Adams7Hutchin.17Bailey4Sweeney10Collins

Substitutes

Coach: K. Hill

Substitutes

Coach: M. Cooper

TranmerePosition StrengthForest Green
6.38
Avg Rating
6.38Forward (3 v 2)
0G 0A0G 0A
Tranmere4-3-3
1GoalkeeperS. Davies
26DefenderP. Clarke
6DefenderE. Monthe
18DefenderC. MacDonald
17DefenderO. Khan
8MidfielderJ. Spearing
35MidfielderD. Lloyd
22MidfielderP. Lewis
19ForwardL. Feeney
9ForwardJ. Vaughan
14ForwardK. Woolery6.4
Forest Green3-1-4-2
1GoalkeeperL. McGee
15DefenderJ. Moore-Taylor
6DefenderB. Cargill
22DefenderU. Godwin-Malife
25MidfielderJ. Richardson
11MidfielderN. Cadden
8MidfielderE. Adams
7MidfielderI. Hutchinson
4MidfielderD. Sweeney
17ForwardO. Bailey
10ForwardA. Collins

Match Summary

Tranmere defeated Forest Green 3:2. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by P. Lewis 12′, J. Vaughan 47′, E. Whitehouse 65′, L. Feeney 76′, S. Wagstaff 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Tranmere had 54% possession while Forest Green held 46%. Tranmere had 14 shots (8 on target) compared to 15 (8 on target) for Forest Green. Tranmere made 3 substitutions, Forest Green made 4.

Rivalry since 2015

Tranmere vs Forest Green Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Tranmere
3
wins
Drawn
4
Forest Green
6
wins
Total goals
28 · 2.2/match
Both scored
5/13 · 38%
Over 2.5
5/13 · 38%

Recent Form

Tranmere

DLWLDL

Forest Green

LWLWDW

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

Forest Green dominates

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

Tranmere2wins
1draws8 meetings
Forest Green5wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.6

Average goals per game

63%

Games with 3+ goals

38%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (50%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (32%) — the odds may underestimate Tranmere.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.2%

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 33.0%Draw 31.9%Away 40.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.003.002.40
Max3.083.202.56
Over 2.5: 43.5%Under 2.5: 62.5%
Market favourite: · Even contest

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 market31.6%30.4%38.0%
Public market31.9%29.9%38.2%

Tranmere vs Forest Green — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tranmere
Result vs. Market: Forest Green (40%)

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:10Forest Green
14Shots15
8Shots on target8

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
24/02/24Forest Green1–0Tranmere2.47/3.42/2.79
11/11/23Tranmere3–0Forest Green2.59/3.63/2.55
29/01/22Tranmere0–4Forest Green3.20/3.06/2.42
25/09/21Forest Green0–0Tranmere1.84/3.46/4.30
01/05/21Forest Green2–1Tranmere2.62/3.22/2.75
19/01/21Tranmere3–2Forest Green3.03/3.13/2.49
19/04/19Tranmere0–1Forest Green2.26/3.37/3.29
23/10/18Forest Green3–1Tranmere2.32/3.37/3.23

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: Forest Green

W 100D 69L 97
Over 2.546
Goals scored343

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026