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Tranmere vs Carlisle

Prenton Park, Birkenhead, Merseyside2 April 2022 at 15:00
22
Referee: C. Breakspear

Match Events

Tranmere
Carlisle
Kick Off
K. Hemmings

assist: J. Dacres-Cogley

15′
Calum MacDonald40′
Kane Hemmings43′
43′Morgan Feeney
43′Dynel Simeu
Tom Davies44′
Half Time
J. HawkesC. Merrie
46′
55′
O. Patrick

assist: J. Gibson

64′Kelvin Mellor
L. WarringtonJ. Spearing
68′
E. Nevitt

assist: C. Merrie

76′
78′
D. DevineG. Touré
K. HemmingsN. Knight-Percival
85′
86′
D. SimeuT. Sho-Silva
Josh Dacres-Cogley88′
Peter Clarke90+2′
Joe Murphy90+1′
Kieron Morris90+1′
90+2′Jon Mellish
90+7′
T. Sho-Silva
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal4
3Shots off Goal11
9Total Shots23
2Blocked Shots8
8Shots insidebox16
1Shots outsidebox7
8Fouls11
3Corner Kicks5
0Offsides0
43%Ball Possession57%
5Yellow Cards4
2Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves2
297Total passes388
173Passes accurate251
58%Passes %65%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tranmere is 6.81, compared to — for Carlisle. 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 J. Murphy (7.07), while Carlisle's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Tranmere deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Carlisle's 5-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 6.67, versus Carlisle's 3 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 2 for Carlisle 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 67% for Tranmere and —% for Carlisle. 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 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Carlisle. 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 30.7 (youngest: L. Warrington (23), oldest: J. Murphy (44)), while Carlisle 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 14 league appearances each, versus 0 for Carlisle. 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.

Tranmere4-4-25-3-2Carlisle
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Murphy26Clarke5Davies22O'Connor2Dacres-.3MacDona.7Morris15Hawkes19Warring.10Hemmings20Nevitt33Howard5McDonald16Feeney6Simeu2Mellor11Dickens.30Patrick27Gibson4Devine12Mellish31Dennis

Substitutes

Coach: M. Mellon

Substitutes

Coach: P. Simpson

TranmerePosition StrengthCarlisle
6.81
Avg Rating
7.07Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.67Midfielder (4 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
Tranmere4-4-2
13GoalkeeperJ. Murphy7.1
26DefenderP. Clarke
5DefenderT. Davies
2DefenderJ. Dacres-Cogley
3DefenderC. MacDonald
22MidfielderL. O'Connor6.8
7MidfielderK. Morris
15MidfielderJ. Hawkes
19MidfielderL. Warrington6.5
10ForwardK. Hemmings
20ForwardE. Nevitt
Carlisle5-3-2
33GoalkeeperM. Howard
5DefenderR. McDonald
16DefenderM. Feeney
6DefenderD. Simeu
2DefenderK. Mellor
11DefenderB. Dickenson
27MidfielderJ. Gibson
4MidfielderD. Devine
12MidfielderJ. Mellish
30ForwardO. Patrick
31ForwardK. Dennis

Match Summary

Tranmere and Carlisle drew 2:2. The match was played in League Two 2021. Goals were scored by K. Hemmings 15′, O. Patrick 55′, E. Nevitt 76′, T. Sho-Silva 90′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Tranmere had 43% possession while Carlisle held 57%. Tranmere had 9 shots (4 on target) compared to 23 (4 on target) for Carlisle. Tranmere made 3 substitutions, Carlisle made 2.

Rivalry since 2011

Tranmere vs Carlisle Head to Head Results

18 stretnutí
Tranmere
8
wins
Drawn
2
Carlisle
8
wins
Total goals
38 · 2.1/match
Both scored
5/18 · 28%
Over 2.5
7/18 · 39%

Recent Form

Tranmere

DLWLDL

Carlisle

LWWWDD

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

Tranmere dominates

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

Tranmere7wins
1draws10 meetings
Carlisle2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.4

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

30%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 5.9%

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 54.2%Draw 29.2%Away 22.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.833.304.33
Max1.863.504.50
Over 2.5: 45.5%Under 2.5: 60.6%
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 market51.3%27.4%21.3%
Public market51.8%27.1%21.1%

Tranmere vs Carlisle — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (54%)

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.

TranmereHalf-time:10Carlisle
9Shots23
4Shots on target4

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
04/01/25Tranmere1–0Carlisle2.12/3.37/3.35
31/08/24Carlisle1–2Tranmere2.12/3.36/3.50
07/04/23Carlisle2–0Tranmere1.76/3.44/5.20
29/10/22Tranmere0–2Carlisle2.12/3.34/3.54
02/04/22Tranmere2–2Carlisle1.85/3.43/4.43
16/10/21Carlisle0–1Tranmere2.54/3.18/2.81
23/02/21Carlisle2–3Tranmere2.12/3.23/3.64
24/11/20Tranmere1–0Carlisle3.01/3.21/2.44
30/03/19Tranmere3–0Carlisle2.13/3.52/3.39
15/09/18Carlisle0–2Tranmere2.73/3.56/2.55

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: Carlisle

W 183D 139L 175
Over 2.549
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