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Rochdale vs Tranmere

Crown Oil Arena, Rochdale, Greater Manchester11 September 2021 at 15:00
10
Referee: C. Breakspear

Match Events

Rochdale
Tranmere
Kick Off
23′Ryan Watson
26′Tom Davies
Half Time
50′
C. McManamanL. Feeney
62′
J. MurphyR. Doohan
A. NewbyD. Cashman
71′
Stephen Dooley76′
78′
R. WatsonS. Foley
A. OdohC. Grant
82′
D. Cashman

assist: J. Beesley

84′
86′
T. DaviesN. Maynard
Jeriel Dorsett87′
J. BeesleyJ. Andrews
90+8′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal1
7Shots off Goal4
17Total Shots9
6Blocked Shots4
13Shots insidebox5
4Shots outsidebox4
10Fouls10
9Corner Kicks5
4Offsides4
56%Ball Possession44%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
404Total passes315
295Passes accurate214
73%Passes %68%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Defensive Solidity

Rochdale deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Tranmere's 5-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

Rochdale field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Tranmere's 3 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

Rochdale start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 Rochdale 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

Rochdale'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 Rochdale'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

Rochdale'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.

Rochdale3-4-35-3-2Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
33Coleman6O'Conne.2O'Keeffe5Taylor12Dorsett7Dooley13Keohane10Newby8Morley18Odoh9Beesley13Murphy26Clarke5Davies2Dacres-.8Spearing4Knight-.14McManam.10Watson7Morris15Hawkes20Nevitt

Substitutes

Coach: R. Stockdale

Substitutes

Coach: M. Mellon

RochdalePosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.88
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.07
0G 0A0G 0A
Midfielder (4 v 3)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
Rochdale3-4-3
33GoalkeeperJ. Coleman
6DefenderE. O'Connell
5DefenderM. Taylor
12DefenderJ. Dorsett
2MidfielderC. O'Keeffe
7MidfielderS. Dooley
13MidfielderJ. Keohane
8MidfielderA. Morley
10ForwardA. Newby
18ForwardA. Odoh
9ForwardJ. Beesley
Tranmere5-3-2
13GoalkeeperJ. Murphy7.1
26DefenderP. Clarke
5DefenderT. Davies
2DefenderJ. Dacres-Cogley
4DefenderN. Knight-Percival
7DefenderK. Morris
8MidfielderJ. Spearing
10MidfielderR. Watson6.7
15MidfielderJ. Hawkes
14ForwardC. McManaman
20ForwardE. Nevitt

Match Summary

Rochdale defeated Tranmere 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by D. Cashman 84′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Rochdale had 56% possession while Tranmere held 44%. Rochdale had 17 shots (4 on target) compared to 9 (1 on target) for Tranmere. Rochdale made 3 substitutions, Tranmere made 4.

Rivalry since 2012

Rochdale vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Rochdale
2
wins
Drawn
3
Tranmere
2
wins
Total goals
17 · 2.4/match
Both scored
3/7 · 43%
Over 2.5
2/7 · 29%

Recent Form

Rochdale

WDWWDL

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.

Rochdale1wins
2draws4 meetings
Tranmere1wins

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

25%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 6.5%

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 48.7%Draw 30.4%Away 27.3%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.003.253.50
Max2.113.363.80
Over 2.5: 46.5%Under 2.5: 60.2%
Market favourite:Rochdale · 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 market45.4%28.5%26.1%
Public market46.1%29.1%24.9%
Δ0.7%0.6%1.2%

Rochdale vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Rochdale
Result vs. Market: Rochdale (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.

RochdaleHalf-time:00Tranmere
17Shots9
4Shots on target1

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
18/04/23Rochdale2–2Tranmere2.39/3.25/3.06
25/10/22Tranmere1–1Rochdale1.80/3.48/4.89
15/01/22Tranmere2–0Rochdale2.04/3.51/3.54
11/09/21Rochdale1–0Tranmere2.05/3.29/3.66

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: Rochdale

W 176D 125L 159
Over 2.552
Goals scored653

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