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Tranmere vs Rochdale

Prenton Park, Birkenhead, Merseyside15 January 2022 at 15:00
20
Referee: B. Toner

Match Events

Tranmere
Rochdale
Kick Off
C. Jolley

assist: K. Hemmings

3′
C. Jolley

assist: J. Dacres-Cogley

16′
Half Time
Charlie Jolley48′
61′
A. NewbyA. Odoh
61′
J. AndrewsM. Done
C. JolleyS. Foley
79′
K. HemmingsE. Nevitt
84′
84′
A. WhiteD. Cashman
Ross Doohan90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal5
1Shots off Goal1
5Total Shots13
1Blocked Shots7
4Shots insidebox10
1Shots outsidebox3
12Fouls7
3Corner Kicks12
4Offsides1
36%Ball Possession64%
2Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves2
334Total passes564
202Passes accurate428
60%Passes %76%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tranmere is 6.83, compared to — for Rochdale. 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 Rochdale's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

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

Tranmere field 4 midfielders averaging 6.83, versus Rochdale's 4 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 3 for Rochdale 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 Rochdale. 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 Rochdale. 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 Rochdale 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 Rochdale. 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.

Tranmere4-4-23-4-3Rochdale
GKDEFMIDFWD
25Doohan26Clarke5Davies22O'Connor2Dacres-.3MacDona.8Spearing7Morris10Hemmings21McPake12Jolley33Coleman3White17Downing6O'Conne.12Dorsett7Dooley23Kelly10Newby14Broadbe.11Grant19Andrews

Substitutes

Coach: M. Mellon

Substitutes

Coach: R. Stockdale

TranmerePosition StrengthRochdale
6.83
Avg Rating
6.83Midfielder (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Tranmere4-4-2
25GoalkeeperR. Doohan
26DefenderP. Clarke
5DefenderT. Davies
2DefenderJ. Dacres-Cogley
3DefenderC. MacDonald
22MidfielderL. O'Connor6.8
8MidfielderJ. Spearing
7MidfielderK. Morris
21MidfielderJ. McPake
10ForwardK. Hemmings
12ForwardC. Jolley
Rochdale3-4-3
33GoalkeeperJ. Coleman
17DefenderP. Downing
6DefenderE. O'Connell
12DefenderJ. Dorsett
3MidfielderA. White
7MidfielderS. Dooley
23MidfielderL. Kelly
14MidfielderG. Broadbent
10ForwardA. Newby
11ForwardC. Grant
19ForwardJ. Andrews

Match Summary

Tranmere defeated Rochdale 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by C. Jolley 3′, C. Jolley 16′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Tranmere had 36% possession while Rochdale held 64%. Tranmere had 5 shots (3 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Rochdale. Tranmere made 2 substitutions, Rochdale made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Tranmere vs Rochdale Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Tranmere
1
wins
Drawn
3
Rochdale
3
wins
Total goals
16 · 2.3/match
Both scored
3/7 · 43%
Over 2.5
2/7 · 29%

Recent Form

Tranmere

DLWLDL

Rochdale

WDWWDL

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.

Tranmere1wins
2draws4 meetings
Rochdale1wins

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: 5.8%

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 48.9%Draw 28.5%Away 28.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.003.253.43
Max2.083.683.60
Over 2.5: 48.3%Under 2.5: 58.1%
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 market46.0%26.0%27.9%
Public market47.4%26.3%26.3%
Δ1.3%0.3%1.6%

Tranmere vs Rochdale — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tranmere
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (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.

TranmereHalf-time:20Rochdale
5Shots13
3Shots on target5

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: Tranmere

W 124D 95L 149
Over 2.542
Goals scored427

Away Record: Rochdale

W 176D 125L 159
Over 2.552
Goals scored653

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026