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Colchester vs Tranmere

JobServe Community Stadium, Colchester, Essex26 March 2022 at 15:00
10
Referee: C. Brook

Match Events

Colchester
Tranmere
Kick Off
Half Time
J. AkindeA. Judge
53′
Cole Skuse73′
77′
J. HawkesC. Jolley
T. Dallison-LisbonT. Eastman
78′
Luke Hannant82′
82′Sam Foley
84′Charlie Jolley
L. HannantJ. Tchamadeu
89′
90+7′Tom Davies
90+6′Peter Clarke
J. Tchamadeu

assist: A. Judge

90+5′
Full Time

Match Statistics

1Shots on Goal2
1Shots off Goal5
6Total Shots12
4Blocked Shots5
4Shots insidebox8
2Shots outsidebox4
8Fouls15
4Corner Kicks9
2Offsides5
39%Ball Possession61%
2Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves0
296Total passes470
160Passes accurate339
54%Passes %72%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Colchester is —, compared to 6.79 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. Colchester's highest-rated starter is —, while Tranmere's best-rated player is J. Murphy (7.07).

Defensive Solidity

Colchester 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

Colchester field 5 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

Colchester start 1 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 Colchester 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

Colchester's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 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 Colchester's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Tranmere average 33.5 (youngest: L. Warrington (23), 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

Colchester's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 16 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.

Colchester4-2-3-14-1-3-2Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
29George4Chambers27Coxe15Dalliso.17Kenlock8Skuse7Hannant6Sarpong.14Chilvers11Sears24Akinde13Murphy26Clarke5Davies2Dacres-.3MacDona.17Foley15Hawkes6Merrie19Warring.10Hemmings20Nevitt

Substitutes

Coach: W. Brown

Substitutes

Coach: M. Mellon

ColchesterPosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.79
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.07
0G 0A0G 0A
Midfielder (5 v 4)6.52
0G 0A0G 0A
Colchester4-2-3-1
29GoalkeeperS. George
4DefenderL. Chambers
27DefenderC. Coxe
15DefenderT. Dallison-Lisbon
17DefenderM. Kenlock
8MidfielderC. Skuse
7MidfielderL. Hannant
6MidfielderB. Sarpong-Wiredu
14MidfielderN. Chilvers
11MidfielderF. Sears
24ForwardJ. Akinde
Tranmere4-1-3-2
13GoalkeeperJ. Murphy7.1
26DefenderP. Clarke
5DefenderT. Davies
2DefenderJ. Dacres-Cogley
3DefenderC. MacDonald
17MidfielderS. Foley
15MidfielderJ. Hawkes
6MidfielderC. Merrie
19MidfielderL. Warrington6.5
10ForwardK. Hemmings
20ForwardE. Nevitt

Match Summary

Colchester defeated Tranmere 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by J. Tchamadeu 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Colchester had 39% possession while Tranmere held 61%. Colchester had 6 shots (1 on target) compared to 12 (2 on target) for Tranmere. Colchester made 3 substitutions, Tranmere made 1.

Rivalry since 2011

Colchester vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

19 stretnutí
Colchester
5
wins
Drawn
7
Tranmere
7
wins
Total goals
50 · 2.6/match
Both scored
10/19 · 53%
Over 2.5
8/19 · 42%

Recent Form

Colchester

WLLWWW

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.

Colchester5wins
3draws10 meetings
Tranmere2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.1

Average goals per game

20%

Games with 3+ goals

40%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (35%) — the odds may underestimate Colchester.

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 36.3%Draw 31.2%Away 37.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.753.102.60
Max2.773.312.70
Over 2.5: 44.4%Under 2.5: 62.1%
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 market34.9%29.2%35.8%
Public market34.4%29.5%36.1%

Colchester vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Colchester
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (38%)

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.

ColchesterHalf-time:00Tranmere
7Shots11
1Shots on target2

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
06/04/26Tranmere0–1Colchester3.40/3.30/2.05
02/08/25Colchester1–1Tranmere2.10/3.23/3.59
01/02/25Tranmere1–3Colchester2.97/3.19/2.42
21/09/24Colchester3–0Tranmere2.09/3.31/3.56
01/04/24Tranmere1–1Colchester2.25/3.55/3.07
09/09/23Colchester2–0Tranmere2.29/3.23/3.11
25/03/23Colchester1–1Tranmere2.46/3.12/3.08
27/08/22Tranmere2–0Colchester1.97/3.42/3.95
26/03/22Colchester1–0Tranmere2.76/3.20/2.64
08/10/21Tranmere2–0Colchester2.05/3.13/3.95

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: Colchester

W 152D 136L 163
Over 2.544
Goals scored546

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