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Walsall vs Tranmere

Banks's Stadium, Walsall, West Midlands12 February 2022 at 15:00
10
Referee: S. Allison

Match Events

Walsall
Tranmere
Kick Off
Liam Kinsella24′
George Miller28′
Half Time
47′Lewis Warrington
61′
C. JolleyE. Nevitt
62′
J. HawkesJ. McPake
76′
L. WarringtonS. Foley
S. PerryJ. Earing
77′
C. Wilkinson

Penalty

85′
G. MillerE. Osadebe
86′
T. ShadeR. Menayese
89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

1Shots on Goal1
5Shots off Goal4
7Total Shots7
1Blocked Shots2
6Shots insidebox5
1Shots outsidebox2
14Fouls16
6Corner Kicks6
1Offsides2
53%Ball Possession47%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves0
347Total passes323
216Passes accurate173
62%Passes %54%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Walsall is —, compared to 6.67 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. Walsall's highest-rated starter is —, while Tranmere's best-rated player is L. O'Connor (6.83).

Defensive Solidity

Walsall deploy 4 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

Walsall field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Tranmere's 4 rated 6.67. 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

Walsall start 2 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 Walsall and 73% 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

Walsall's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 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 Walsall's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Tranmere average 24.0 (youngest: L. Warrington (23), oldest: L. O'Connor (25)). 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

Walsall's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 10 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.

Walsall4-4-24-4-2Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Rushwor.5Daniels2White6Monthe30Devine7Kiernan8Kinsella20Perry9Wilkins.11Miller28Shade25Doohan26Clarke5Davies22O'Connor2Dacres-.3MacDona.7Morris15Hawkes19Warring.10Hemmings12Jolley

Substitutes

Coach: M. Taylor

Substitutes

Coach: M. Mellon

WalsallPosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.67
Midfielder (4 v 4)6.67
0G 0A0G 0A
Walsall4-4-2
12GoalkeeperC. Rushworth
5DefenderD. Daniels
2DefenderH. White
6DefenderE. Monthe
30DefenderR. Devine
7MidfielderB. Kiernan
8MidfielderL. Kinsella
20MidfielderS. Perry
28MidfielderT. Shade
9ForwardC. Wilkinson
11ForwardG. Miller
Tranmere4-4-2
25GoalkeeperR. Doohan
26DefenderP. Clarke
5DefenderT. Davies
2DefenderJ. Dacres-Cogley
3DefenderC. MacDonald
22MidfielderL. O'Connor6.8
7MidfielderK. Morris
15MidfielderJ. Hawkes
19MidfielderL. Warrington6.5
10ForwardK. Hemmings
12ForwardC. Jolley

Match Summary

Walsall defeated Tranmere 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by C. Wilkinson 85′ (pen.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Walsall had 53% possession while Tranmere held 47%. Walsall had 7 shots (1 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for Tranmere. Walsall made 3 substitutions, Tranmere made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Walsall vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

18 stretnutí
Walsall
10
wins
Drawn
3
Tranmere
5
wins
Total goals
47 · 2.6/match
Both scored
10/18 · 56%
Over 2.5
8/18 · 44%

Recent Form

Walsall

LLWLLD

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

Walsall dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Walsall6wins
1draws10 meetings
Tranmere3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.7

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (80%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (32%) — the odds may underestimate Walsall.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.5%

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 34.1%Draw 31.4%Away 39.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.883.102.50
Max3.013.252.51
Over 2.5: 42.6%Under 2.5: 63.7%
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 market31.8%30.0%38.2%
Public market32.8%29.2%38.0%

Walsall vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Walsall
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (40%)

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.

WalsallHalf-time:00Tranmere
7Shots7
1Shots 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
17/01/26Tranmere1–3Walsall3.00/3.20/2.35
20/09/25Walsall4–2Tranmere1.96/3.26/3.88
11/01/25Walsall5–1Tranmere1.56/4.05/5.69
24/08/24Tranmere1–0Walsall2.37/3.35/2.97
06/04/24Tranmere1–3Walsall2.68/3.50/2.51
16/12/23Walsall1–0Tranmere1.95/3.56/3.79
14/01/23Tranmere1–1Walsall2.41/3.09/3.19
24/09/22Walsall0–1Tranmere2.15/3.31/3.54
12/02/22Walsall1–0Tranmere2.93/3.18/2.50
07/08/21Tranmere1–0Walsall2.03/3.33/3.74

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: Walsall

W 132D 109L 117
Over 2.545
Goals scored444

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