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Forest Green vs Tranmere

The innocent New Lawn Stadium, Nailsworth, Gloucestershire1 May 2021 at 15:00
Referee: T. Nield

Match Events

Forest Green
Tranmere
Kick Off
Ebou Adams22′
Aaron Collins45′
Half Time
48′
P. LewisK. Morris
J. Davison

assist: K. Wilson

50′
Ebou Adams57′
Ebou Adams57′
65′
C. MacDonaldD. Lloyd
65′
K. WooleryC. Taylor
74′
O. KhanC. Jolley
A. Collins

Penalty

81′
J. DavisonJ. Richardson
84′
90+6′
K. Morris

assist: E. Monthe

Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal2
3Shots off Goal2
6Total Shots8
1Blocked Shots4
4Shots insidebox2
2Shots outsidebox6
11Fouls7
2Corner Kicks9
1Offsides2
39%Ball Possession61%
3Yellow Cards0
1Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves0
301Total passes468
173Passes accurate344
57%Passes %74%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Defensive Solidity

Forest Green deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Tranmere's 5-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

Forest Green field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Tranmere's 3 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

Forest Green start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 Forest Green 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

Forest Green'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 Forest Green's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: J. Moore-Taylor (31), oldest: J. Moore-Taylor (31)), 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

Forest Green'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.

Forest Green4-4-25-3-2Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McGee21Wagstaff5Stokes15Moore-T.6Cargill2Wilson22Godwin-.3Bernard8Adams10Collins23Davison13Murphy26Clarke6Monthe2O'Connor18MacDona.8Spearing19Feeney22Lewis17Khan28Nugent14Woolery

Substitutes

Coach: J. Ball

Substitutes

Coach: K. Hill

Forest GreenPosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.76
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.07
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 5)6.83
0G 0A0G 0A
Forward (2 v 2)6.38
0G 0A0G 0A
Forest Green4-4-2
1GoalkeeperL. McGee
5DefenderC. Stokes
6DefenderB. Cargill
22DefenderU. Godwin-Malife
3DefenderD. Bernard
15MidfielderJ. Moore-Taylor
2MidfielderK. Wilson
8MidfielderE. Adams
10MidfielderA. Collins
21ForwardS. Wagstaff
23ForwardJ. Davison
Tranmere5-3-2
13GoalkeeperJ. Murphy7.1
26DefenderP. Clarke
6DefenderE. Monthe
2DefenderL. O'Connor6.8
18DefenderC. MacDonald
17DefenderO. Khan
8MidfielderJ. Spearing
19MidfielderL. Feeney
22MidfielderP. Lewis
28ForwardD. Nugent
14ForwardK. Woolery6.4

Match Summary

Forest Green defeated Tranmere 2:1. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by J. Davison 50′, A. Collins 81′ (pen.), K. Morris 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Forest Green had 39% possession while Tranmere held 61%. Forest Green had 6 shots (2 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for Tranmere. Forest Green made 1 substitutions, Tranmere made 4.

Rivalry since 2015

Forest Green vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Forest Green
5
wins
Drawn
4
Tranmere
4
wins
Total goals
30 · 2.3/match
Both scored
5/13 · 38%
Over 2.5
5/13 · 38%

Recent Form

Forest Green

LWLWDW

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

Forest Green dominates

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

Forest Green5wins
1draws8 meetings
Tranmere2wins

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 (75%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (36%) — the odds may underestimate Forest Green.

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 38.2%Draw 31.1%Away 36.4%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.553.102.70
Max2.683.302.79
Over 2.5: 44.4%Under 2.5: 62.1%
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 market35.9%29.5%34.5%
Public market36.2%28.7%35.1%

Forest Green vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Forest Green
Result vs. Market: Forest Green (38%)

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.

Forest GreenHalf-time:00Tranmere
6Shots8
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
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: Forest Green

W 100D 69L 97
Over 2.546
Goals scored343

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