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Swindon Town vs Tranmere

The County Ground, Swindon, Wiltshire17 August 2021 at 19:45
Referee: J. Busby

Match Events

Swindon Town
Tranmere
Kick Off
Half Time
50′Tom Davies
Harry McKirdy53′
H. ParsonsB. Gladwin
61′
72′
L. FeeneyP. Glatzel
72′
R. WatsonS. Foley
H. McKirdyJ. Williams
77′
77′
E. DieseruvweE. Nevitt
R. HuntE. Iandolo
81′
87′Nathaniel Knight-Percival
90+5′Joe Murphy
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal3
3Shots off Goal6
15Total Shots14
5Blocked Shots5
10Shots insidebox9
5Shots outsidebox5
15Fouls22
7Corner Kicks4
3Offsides0
63%Ball Possession37%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves6
586Total passes351
509Passes accurate266
87%Passes %76%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Swindon Town is —, compared to 6.88 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. Swindon Town's highest-rated starter is —, while Tranmere's best-rated player is J. Murphy (7.07).

Defensive Solidity

Swindon Town deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Tranmere'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

Swindon Town field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Tranmere's 4 rated 6.70. 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

Swindon Town start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Tranmere 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 —% for Swindon Town and 66% 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

Swindon Town's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 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 Swindon Town's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Tranmere average 38.0 (youngest: R. Watson (32), 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

Swindon Town'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.

Swindon Town4-2-3-13-4-3Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Wollaco.4Conroy24Hunt2Odimayo5Crichlow42Grant10Payne11McKirdy25Reed9Simpson29Parsons13Murphy26Clarke5Davies2Dacres-.8Spearing4Knight-.11Feeney14McManam.10Watson7Morris9Dieseru.

Substitutes

Coach: B. Garner

Substitutes

Coach: M. Mellon

Swindon TownPosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.88
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.07
0G 0A0G 0A
Midfielder (5 v 4)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
Swindon Town4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJ. Wollacott
4DefenderD. Conroy
24DefenderR. Hunt
2DefenderA. Odimayo
5DefenderR. Crichlow
42MidfielderA. Grant
10MidfielderJ. Payne
11MidfielderH. McKirdy
25MidfielderL. Reed
29MidfielderH. Parsons
9ForwardT. Simpson
Tranmere3-4-3
13GoalkeeperJ. Murphy7.1
26DefenderP. Clarke
5DefenderT. Davies
4DefenderN. Knight-Percival
2MidfielderJ. Dacres-Cogley
8MidfielderJ. Spearing
10MidfielderR. Watson6.7
7MidfielderK. Morris
11ForwardL. Feeney
14ForwardC. McManaman
9ForwardE. Dieseruvwe

Match Summary

Swindon Town and Tranmere drew 0:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. 4 yellow cards were shown. Swindon Town had 63% possession while Tranmere held 37%. Swindon Town had 15 shots (7 on target) compared to 14 (3 on target) for Tranmere. Swindon Town made 3 substitutions, Tranmere made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Swindon Town vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
Swindon Town
10
wins
Drawn
2
Tranmere
3
wins
Total goals
44 · 2.9/match
Both scored
10/15 · 67%
Over 2.5
10/15 · 67%

Recent Form

Swindon Town

LLDLWD

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.

Swindon Town4wins
3draws10 meetings
Tranmere3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.3

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (37%) — the odds may underestimate Swindon Town.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.9%

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 38.8%Draw 30.0%Away 37.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.503.202.62
Max2.643.412.77
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 market36.7%28.4%34.9%
Public market36.7%28.0%35.3%

Swindon Town vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Swindon Town (39%)

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.

Swindon TownHalf-time:00Tranmere
13Shots14
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
21/03/26Tranmere0–1Swindon Town3.90/3.50/1.81
08/11/25Swindon Town2–1Tranmere1.66/3.75/4.50
28/01/25Swindon Town3–1Tranmere1.82/3.59/4.30
01/10/24Tranmere1–1Swindon Town2.22/3.27/3.33
27/02/24Swindon Town3–1Tranmere2.38/3.51/2.85
23/12/23Tranmere2–1Swindon Town2.24/3.63/3.01
10/04/23Tranmere1–0Swindon Town2.46/3.25/2.99
12/11/22Swindon Town1–1Tranmere2.30/3.35/3.15
08/02/22Tranmere3–0Swindon Town2.27/3.26/3.26
17/08/21Swindon Town0–0Tranmere2.58/3.34/2.70

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: Swindon Town

W 200D 108L 142
Over 2.555
Goals scored677

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