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Scunthorpe vs Tranmere

Sands Stadium, Scunthorpe28 August 2021 at 15:00
10
Referee: T. Kettle

Match Events

Scunthorpe
Tranmere
Kick Off
M. Hippolyte

Penalty

4′
Myles Hippolyte5′
Tom Pugh17′
Half Time
56′
C. MacDonaldC. Merrie
56′
P. GlatzelK. Morris
58′Chris Merrie
M. HippolyteD. Gallimore
64′
A. JarvisT. O'Neill
69′
72′
R. WatsonE. Dieseruvwe
77′Nathaniel Knight-Percival
D. GreenC. Wilson
83′
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal0
3Shots off Goal3
10Total Shots5
1Blocked Shots2
8Shots insidebox1
2Shots outsidebox4
13Fouls16
4Corner Kicks6
1Offsides0
27%Ball Possession73%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves4
237Total passes633
130Passes accurate530
55%Passes %84%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Defensive Solidity

Scunthorpe 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

Scunthorpe field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Tranmere's 5 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

Scunthorpe start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 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 Scunthorpe 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

Scunthorpe'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 Scunthorpe'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

Scunthorpe'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.

Scunthorpe3-5-1-14-2-3-1Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Watson24Davis5Taft6Onariase16Thompson12Rowe23Pugh11Hippoly.7Green19Jarvis8Beestin13Murphy26Clarke2Dacres-.3MacDona.8Spearing4Knight-.11Feeney14McManam.10Watson16Glatzel20Nevitt

Substitutes

Coach: N. Cox

Substitutes

Coach: M. Mellon

ScunthorpePosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.88
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.07
0G 0A0G 0A
Midfielder (5 v 5)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
Scunthorpe3-5-1-1
1GoalkeeperR. Watson
24DefenderH. Davis
5DefenderG. Taft
6DefenderE. Onariase
16MidfielderL. Thompson
12MidfielderJ. Rowe
23MidfielderT. Pugh
11MidfielderM. Hippolyte
8MidfielderA. Beestin
7ForwardD. Green
19ForwardA. Jarvis
Tranmere4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperJ. Murphy7.1
26DefenderP. Clarke
2DefenderJ. Dacres-Cogley
3DefenderC. MacDonald
4DefenderN. Knight-Percival
8MidfielderJ. Spearing
11MidfielderL. Feeney
14MidfielderC. McManaman
10MidfielderR. Watson6.7
16MidfielderP. Glatzel
20ForwardE. Nevitt

Match Summary

Scunthorpe defeated Tranmere 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by M. Hippolyte 4′ (pen.). 4 yellow cards were shown. Scunthorpe had 27% possession while Tranmere held 73%. Scunthorpe had 10 shots (6 on target) compared to 5 (0 on target) for Tranmere. Scunthorpe made 3 substitutions, Tranmere made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Scunthorpe vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Scunthorpe
1
wins
Drawn
2
Tranmere
4
wins
Total goals
19 · 2.7/match
Both scored
3/7 · 43%
Over 2.5
3/7 · 43%

Recent Form

Scunthorpe

LWLDWL

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.

Scunthorpe1wins
1draws4 meetings
Tranmere2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1.8

Average goals per game

25%

Games with 3+ goals

0%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (50%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (26%) — the odds may underestimate Scunthorpe.

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 27.7%Draw 32.1%Away 46.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.503.102.10
Max3.733.162.20
Over 2.5: 41.7%Under 2.5: 65.4%
Market favourite:Tranmere · 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 market25.8%30.5%43.7%
Public market26.3%30.6%43.1%

Scunthorpe vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Scunthorpe
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (46%)

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.

ScunthorpeHalf-time:10Tranmere
10Shots5
6Shots on target0

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
08/01/22Tranmere4–0Scunthorpe1.74/3.53/5.05
28/08/21Scunthorpe1–0Tranmere3.61/3.12/2.17
10/04/21Scunthorpe0–0Tranmere3.29/3.17/2.30
03/10/20Tranmere2–0Scunthorpe2.12/3.24/3.72

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: Scunthorpe

W 69D 68L 84
Over 2.541
Goals scored251

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