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Hartlepool vs Tranmere

The Suit Direct Stadium, Hartlepool, County Durham15 February 2022 at 19:45
10
Referee: R. Welch

Match Events

Hartlepool
Tranmere
Kick Off
P. Clarke

Own Goal

45+1′
Half Time
J. GreyJ. White
57′
63′
C. JolleyC. McManaman
Joe White81′
89′Sam Foley
Timi Odusina90+1′
90+3′Calum MacDonald
L. MolyneuxG. Liddle
90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal3
5Shots off Goal5
8Total Shots14
1Blocked Shots6
4Shots insidebox7
4Shots outsidebox7
8Fouls18
3Corner Kicks3
2Offsides2
53%Ball Possession47%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
424Total passes363
266Passes accurate212
63%Passes %58%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Hartlepool is —, compared to 6.52 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. Hartlepool's highest-rated starter is —, while Tranmere's best-rated player is L. Warrington (6.52).

Defensive Solidity

Hartlepool 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

Hartlepool field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Tranmere's 4 rated 6.52. 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

Hartlepool 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 Hartlepool and 75% 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

Hartlepool'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 Hartlepool's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Tranmere average 23.0 (youngest: L. Warrington (23), oldest: L. Warrington (23)). 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

Hartlepool's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 9 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.

Hartlepool4-3-34-4-2Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Killip16Byrne3Ferguson2Sterry5Odusina8Feather.28Morris10Molyneux22Crawford7Bogle12Grey25Doohan26Clarke5Davies2Dacres-.3MacDona.17Foley7Morris15Hawkes19Warring.10Hemmings12Jolley

Substitutes

Coach: G. Lee

Substitutes

Coach: M. Mellon

HartlepoolPosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.52
Midfielder (3 v 4)6.52
0G 0A0G 0A
Hartlepool4-3-3
1GoalkeeperB. Killip
16DefenderN. Byrne
3DefenderD. Ferguson
2DefenderJ. Sterry
5DefenderO. Odusina
8MidfielderN. Featherstone
28MidfielderB. Morris
22MidfielderT. Crawford
10ForwardL. Molyneux
7ForwardO. Bogle
12ForwardJ. Grey
Tranmere4-4-2
25GoalkeeperR. Doohan
26DefenderP. Clarke
5DefenderT. Davies
2DefenderJ. Dacres-Cogley
3DefenderC. MacDonald
17MidfielderS. Foley
7MidfielderK. Morris
15MidfielderJ. Hawkes
19MidfielderL. Warrington6.5
10ForwardK. Hemmings
12ForwardC. Jolley

Match Summary

Hartlepool defeated Tranmere 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by P. Clarke 45′ (o.g.). 4 yellow cards were shown. Hartlepool had 53% possession while Tranmere held 47%. Hartlepool had 8 shots (2 on target) compared to 14 (3 on target) for Tranmere. Hartlepool made 2 substitutions, Tranmere made 1.

Rivalry since 2011

Hartlepool vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Hartlepool
2
wins
Drawn
6
Tranmere
3
wins
Total goals
17 · 1.5/match
Both scored
5/11 · 45%
Over 2.5
1/11 · 9%

Recent Form

Hartlepool

LWWLDD

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.

Hartlepool1wins
4draws6 meetings
Tranmere1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1

Average goals per game

0%

Games with 3+ goals

33%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 5.4%

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 38.7%Draw 33.2%Away 33.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.502.902.90
Max2.653.103.06
Over 2.5: 41.7%Under 2.5: 65.4%
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 market36.5%31.8%31.6%
Public market37.9%30.5%31.6%
Δ1.4%1.3%

Hartlepool vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Hartlepool
Result vs. Market: Hartlepool (39%)

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.

HartlepoolHalf-time:10Tranmere
8Shots14
2Shots 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
04/03/23Tranmere1–1Hartlepool1.83/3.53/4.57
16/08/22Hartlepool0–0Tranmere2.64/3.03/2.91
15/02/22Hartlepool1–0Tranmere2.58/3.01/2.99
04/09/21Tranmere1–0Hartlepool2.56/3.22/2.80
13/09/14Hartlepool0–0Tranmere2.71/3.26/2.69
24/01/15Tranmere1–1Hartlepool1.84/3.56/4.64

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: Hartlepool

W 101D 77L 144
Over 2.546
Goals scored353

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