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Tranmere vs Exeter City

Prenton Park, Birkenhead, Merseyside20 March 2021 at 15:00
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Referee: P. Howard

Match Events

Tranmere
Exeter City
Kick Off
D. Nugent

Penalty

18′
20′
J. Randall

assist: M. Jay

23′
J. RandallJ. Sparkes
G. RayE. Monthe
42′
Half Time
K. MorrisP. Lewis
57′
D. NugentD. Lloyd
57′
D. Lloyd

Penalty

68′
72′
M. JayB. Seymour
Paul Lewis74′
K. WooleryL. Ridehalgh
85′
90′
J. TaylorN. Atangana
90′
R. McArdleJ. Caprice
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal2
1Shots off Goal2
4Total Shots7
1Blocked Shots3
4Shots insidebox3
0Shots outsidebox4
18Fouls14
2Corner Kicks6
2Offsides2
42%Ball Possession58%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves0
309Total passes424
150Passes accurate245
49%Passes %58%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Defensive Solidity

Tranmere deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Exeter City'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 6.61, versus Exeter City'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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Exeter City 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 Exeter City. 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 Exeter City. 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 Exeter City 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 Exeter City. 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.

Tranmere4-2-3-14-4-1-1Exeter City
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Davies26Clarke21Ray2O'Connor18MacDona.8Spearing19Feeney7Morris17Khan28Nugent14Woolery24Andréss.6McArdle20Page34Hartrid.16Willmott8Taylor10Collins30Key14Randall12Bowman17Jay

Substitutes

Coach: K. Hill

Substitutes

Coach: M. Taylor

TranmerePosition StrengthExeter City
6.61
Avg Rating
6.61Midfielder (5 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Tranmere4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperS. Davies
26DefenderP. Clarke
21DefenderG. Ray
18DefenderC. MacDonald
17DefenderO. Khan
2MidfielderL. O'Connor6.8
8MidfielderJ. Spearing
19MidfielderL. Feeney
7MidfielderK. Morris
14MidfielderK. Woolery6.4
28ForwardD. Nugent
Exeter City4-4-1-1
24GoalkeeperJ. Andrésson
6DefenderR. McArdle
20DefenderL. Page
34DefenderA. Hartridge
30DefenderJ. Key
16MidfielderR. Willmott
8MidfielderJ. Taylor
10MidfielderA. Collins
14MidfielderJ. Randall
12ForwardR. Bowman
17ForwardM. Jay

Match Summary

Tranmere defeated Exeter City 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by D. Nugent 18′ (pen.), J. Randall 20′, D. Lloyd 68′ (pen.). 1 yellow cards were shown. Tranmere had 42% possession while Exeter City held 58%. Tranmere had 4 shots (2 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Exeter City. Tranmere made 4 substitutions, Exeter City made 4.

Rivalry since 2011

Tranmere vs Exeter City Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Tranmere
6
wins
Drawn
0
Exeter City
3
wins
Total goals
22 · 2.4/match
Both scored
2/9 · 22%
Over 2.5
4/9 · 44%

Recent Form

Tranmere

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Exeter City

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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

Tranmere dominates

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

Tranmere6wins
0draws8 meetings
Exeter City2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.5

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

38%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (75%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (31%) — the odds may underestimate Tranmere.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.7%

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 33.4%Draw 31.5%Away 40.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.883.102.40
Max3.103.302.52
Over 2.5: 48.8%Under 2.5: 57.1%
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 market31.1%30.8%38.2%
Public market31.7%28.8%39.6%
Δ0.6%2.0%1.4%

Tranmere vs Exeter City — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tranmere
Result vs. Market: Exeter City (41%)

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:11Exeter City
4Shots7
2Shots 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
18/04/22Tranmere2–0Exeter City3.32/3.13/2.30
11/12/21Exeter City0–1Tranmere2.07/3.29/3.72
20/03/21Tranmere2–1Exeter City2.99/3.18/2.46
12/12/20Exeter City5–0Tranmere1.89/3.51/4.14
02/03/19Exeter City0–1Tranmere2.34/3.46/3.03
03/11/18Tranmere2–0Exeter City2.29/3.39/3.24
20/09/14Tranmere1–2Exeter City2.25/3.36/3.34
31/01/15Exeter City1–2Tranmere2.30/3.39/3.24

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: Exeter City

W 211D 133L 153
Over 2.549
Goals scored694

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026