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Cheltenham vs Tranmere

Jonny-Rocks Stadium, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire2 April 2021 at 15:00
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Referee: J. Busby

Match Events

Cheltenham
Tranmere
Kick Off
C. Thomas
4′
W. Boyle

assist: C. Wright

14′
C. ThomasE. Chapman
26′
Liam Sercombe35′
A. May

assist: L. Sercombe

42′
45′Lee O'Connor
Half Time
46′
K. MorrisD. Nugent
46′
L. OConnorD. Lloyd
Sam Smith52′
C. Wright
57′
68′
G. RayL. Ridehalgh
A. MayI. Vassilev
76′
S. SmithA. Williams
76′
79′
L. FeeneyA. Crawford
C. WrightF. Azaz
82′
M. BlairC. Raglan
83′
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal3
6Shots off Goal7
15Total Shots10
3Blocked Shots0
11Shots insidebox5
4Shots outsidebox5
12Fouls10
3Corner Kicks0
3Offsides4
35%Ball Possession65%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
264Total passes484
130Passes accurate352
49%Passes %73%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Cheltenham is —, compared to 6.76 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. Cheltenham's highest-rated starter is —, while Tranmere's best-rated player is J. Murphy (7.07).

Defensive Solidity

Cheltenham deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Tranmere'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

Cheltenham field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Tranmere's 5 rated 6.83. 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

Cheltenham start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Tranmere averaging 6.38. 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 —% for Cheltenham and 67% 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

Cheltenham's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 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 Cheltenham's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Tranmere average 33.0 (youngest: L. O'Connor (25), oldest: J. Murphy (44)). 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

Cheltenham's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 14 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.

Cheltenham3-5-24-2-3-1Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
20Griffit.4Tozer3Hussey2Long15Boyle26Sercombe11Blair7Thomas23Wright10May9Smith13Murphy26Clarke21Ray2O'Connor18MacDona.8Spearing19Feeney7Morris22Lewis17Khan14Woolery

Substitutes

Coach: M. Duff

Substitutes

Coach: K. Hill

CheltenhamPosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.76
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.07
0G 0A0G 0A
Midfielder (5 v 5)6.83
0G 0A0G 0A
Forward (2 v 1)6.38
0G 0A0G 0A
Cheltenham3-5-2
20GoalkeeperJ. Griffiths
4DefenderB. Tozer
2DefenderS. Long
15DefenderW. Boyle
3MidfielderC. Hussey
26MidfielderL. Sercombe
11MidfielderM. Blair
7MidfielderC. Thomas
23MidfielderC. Wright
10ForwardA. May
9ForwardS. Smith
Tranmere4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperJ. Murphy7.1
26DefenderP. Clarke
21DefenderG. Ray
18DefenderC. MacDonald
17DefenderO. Khan
2MidfielderL. O'Connor6.8
8MidfielderJ. Spearing
19MidfielderL. Feeney
7MidfielderK. Morris
22MidfielderP. Lewis
14ForwardK. Woolery6.4

Match Summary

Cheltenham defeated Tranmere 4:0. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by C. Thomas 4′, W. Boyle 14′, A. May 42′, C. Wright 57′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Cheltenham had 35% possession while Tranmere held 65%. Cheltenham had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Tranmere. Cheltenham made 5 substitutions, Tranmere made 4.

Rivalry since 2011

Cheltenham vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
Cheltenham
6
wins
Drawn
0
Tranmere
6
wins
Total goals
30 · 2.5/match
Both scored
4/12 · 33%
Over 2.5
5/12 · 42%

Recent Form

Cheltenham

LLLWWW

Tranmere

DLWLDL

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.

Cheltenham5wins
0draws10 meetings
Tranmere5wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.1

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

40%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (46%) — the odds may underestimate Cheltenham.

Market Summary

Margin: 6.0%

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 48.9%Draw 30.2%Away 27.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.003.253.60
Max2.093.403.80
Over 2.5: 44.4%Under 2.5: 62.1%
Market favourite:Cheltenham · 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 market46.0%28.3%25.8%
Public market46.3%28.8%25.0%

Cheltenham vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Cheltenham
Result vs. Market: Cheltenham (49%)

Result matched 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.

CheltenhamHalf-time:30Tranmere
15Shots10
6Shots on target3

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
21/04/26Cheltenham1–3Tranmere2.30/3.20/3.00
15/11/25Tranmere3–2Cheltenham1.66/3.60/4.75
28/03/25Tranmere2–0Cheltenham1.94/3.40/3.92
22/11/24Cheltenham1–0Tranmere2.37/3.13/3.15
02/04/21Cheltenham4–0Tranmere2.05/3.32/3.71
19/09/20Tranmere0–3Cheltenham2.50/3.31/2.84
12/01/19Cheltenham1–3Tranmere2.92/3.17/2.60
11/08/18Tranmere1–0Cheltenham1.95/3.58/3.99
23/08/14Tranmere2–3Cheltenham2.30/3.30/3.33
28/02/15Cheltenham2–0Tranmere2.73/3.29/2.70

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: Cheltenham

W 234D 194L 252
Over 2.545
Goals scored842

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