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Tranmere vs Scunthorpe

Prenton Park, Birkenhead, Merseyside8 January 2022 at 15:00
40
Referee: C. Pollard

Match Events

Tranmere
Scunthorpe
Kick Off
C. Jolley

assist: P. Clarke

23′
29′George Taft
E. Nevitt
31′
Half Time
46′
T. PughA. Jarvis
58′
D. GallimoreS. Burns
J. McPakeS. Foley
63′
Lee O'Connor65′
S. Foley

assist: J. Spearing

75′
76′
M. HippolyteA. Beestin
E. NevittP. Glatzel
78′
C. JolleyR. Watson
87′
R. Watson
89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal3
3Shots off Goal2
12Total Shots8
1Blocked Shots3
7Shots insidebox3
5Shots outsidebox5
6Fouls9
8Corner Kicks7
0Offsides4
44%Ball Possession56%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
304Total passes394
170Passes accurate243
56%Passes %62%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tranmere is 6.83, compared to — for Scunthorpe. 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. Tranmere's highest-rated starter is L. O'Connor (6.83), while Scunthorpe's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Tranmere deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Scunthorpe'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

Tranmere field 4 midfielders averaging 6.83, versus Scunthorpe's 5 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

Tranmere start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Scunthorpe 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 70% for Tranmere and —% for Scunthorpe. 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

Tranmere's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Scunthorpe. 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 Tranmere's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: L. O'Connor (25), oldest: L. O'Connor (25)), while Scunthorpe average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Tranmere's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 0 for Scunthorpe. 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.

Tranmere4-4-24-1-4-1Scunthorpe
GKDEFMIDFWD
25Doohan26Clarke5Davies22O'Connor2Dacres-.3MacDona.8Spearing11Feeney21McPake12Jolley20Nevitt1Watson24Davis5Taft3O'Malley12Rowe26Hackney23Pugh28Gallimo.17Bunn11Hippoly.7Green

Substitutes

Coach: M. Mellon

Substitutes

Coach: K. Hill

TranmerePosition StrengthScunthorpe
6.83
Avg Rating
6.83Midfielder (4 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
Tranmere4-4-2
25GoalkeeperR. Doohan
26DefenderP. Clarke
5DefenderT. Davies
2DefenderJ. Dacres-Cogley
3DefenderC. MacDonald
22MidfielderL. O'Connor6.8
8MidfielderJ. Spearing
11MidfielderL. Feeney
21MidfielderJ. McPake
12ForwardC. Jolley
20ForwardE. Nevitt
Scunthorpe4-1-4-1
1GoalkeeperR. Watson
24DefenderH. Davis
5DefenderG. Taft
3DefenderM. O'Malley
7DefenderD. Green
12MidfielderJ. Rowe
26MidfielderH. Hackney
23MidfielderT. Pugh
28MidfielderD. Gallimore
11MidfielderM. Hippolyte
17ForwardH. Bunn

Match Summary

Tranmere defeated Scunthorpe 4:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by C. Jolley 23′, E. Nevitt 31′, S. Foley 75′, R. Watson 89′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Tranmere had 44% possession while Scunthorpe held 56%. Tranmere had 12 shots (8 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Scunthorpe. Tranmere made 3 substitutions, Scunthorpe made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Tranmere vs Scunthorpe Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Tranmere
3
wins
Drawn
2
Scunthorpe
2
wins
Total goals
16 · 2.3/match
Both scored
3/7 · 43%
Over 2.5
2/7 · 29%

Recent Form

Tranmere

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Scunthorpe

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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

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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.

Tranmere2wins
1draws4 meetings
Scunthorpe1wins

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 (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (55%) — the odds may underestimate Tranmere.

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 57.6%Draw 28.3%Away 19.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.723.405.00
Max1.753.605.14
Over 2.5: 43.5%Under 2.5: 62.5%
Market favourite:Tranmere · Moderate 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 market54.9%26.5%18.6%
Public market54.5%26.5%19.1%

Tranmere vs Scunthorpe — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tranmere
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (58%)

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.

TranmereHalf-time:20Scunthorpe
12Shots8
8Shots 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
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: Tranmere

W 124D 95L 149
Over 2.542
Goals scored427

Away Record: Scunthorpe

W 69D 68L 84
Over 2.541
Goals scored251

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026