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Tranmere vs Gillingham

Prenton Park, Birkenhead, Merseyside13 August 2022 at 15:00
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Referee: S. Oldham

Match Events

Tranmere
Gillingham
Kick Off
E. Nevitt

assist: C. Merrie

18′
Half Time
46′
R. LawD. Tutonda
54′Elkan Baggott
60′
O. LeeS. O'Keefe
E. Bristow

assist: K. Hemmings

67′
P. LewisJ. Mumbongo
73′
73′
M. EhmerL. Walker
J. Dacres-Cogley

assist: E. Nevitt

75′
J. TurnbullJ. Hawkes
77′
79′
B. ReevesC. Alexander
79′
S. KashketA. MacDonald
81′Alex MacDonald
E. NevittJ. Nolan
87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal0
4Shots off Goal6
9Total Shots9
1Blocked Shots3
6Shots insidebox8
3Shots outsidebox1
10Fouls7
2Corner Kicks2
1Offsides1
53%Ball Possession47%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves1
311Total passes284
193Passes accurate157
62%Passes %55%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tranmere is 6.83, compared to 6.87 for Gillingham. 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. Turnbull (6.94), while Gillingham's best-rated player is G. Morris (6.87).

Defensive Solidity

Tranmere deploy 5 defenders rated 6.83 on average, against Gillingham'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

Tranmere field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Gillingham's 5 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 1 for Gillingham 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 48% for Gillingham. 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Gillingham. 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 27.5 (youngest: E. Bristow (24), oldest: J. Turnbull (31)), while Gillingham average 42.0 (youngest: G. Morris (42), oldest: G. Morris (42)). 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 17 league appearances each, versus 31 for Gillingham. 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.

Tranmere5-3-24-2-3-1Gillingham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Doohan2Dacres-.14Turnbull19Byrne18Jameson3Bristow8McAlear6Merrie22Lewis20Nevitt10Hemmings1Morris4Wright5Ehmer23Baggott17Law10Lee6Williams22Green11Reeves24Kashket9Mandron

Substitutes

Coach: M. Mellon

Substitutes

Coach: N. Harris

TranmerePosition StrengthGillingham
6.83
Avg Rating
6.87
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.87
0G 0A0G 1A
6.83Defender (5 v 4)
0G 2A0G 0A
Tranmere5-3-2
1GoalkeeperR. Doohan
2DefenderJ. Dacres-Cogley
14DefenderJ. Turnbull6.91A
19DefenderN. Byrne
18DefenderK. Jameson
3DefenderE. Bristow6.71A
8MidfielderR. McAlear
6MidfielderC. Merrie
22MidfielderP. Lewis
20ForwardE. Nevitt
10ForwardK. Hemmings
Gillingham4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperG. Morris6.91A
4DefenderW. Wright
5DefenderM. Ehmer
23DefenderE. Baggott
17DefenderR. Law
10MidfielderO. Lee
6MidfielderS. Williams
22MidfielderJ. Green
11MidfielderB. Reeves
24MidfielderS. Kashket
9ForwardM. Mandron

Match Summary

Tranmere defeated Gillingham 3:0. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by E. Nevitt 18′, E. Bristow 67′, J. Dacres-Cogley 75′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Tranmere had 53% possession while Gillingham held 47%. Tranmere had 9 shots (4 on target) compared to 9 (0 on target) for Gillingham. Tranmere made 3 substitutions, Gillingham made 5.

Rivalry since 2013

Tranmere vs Gillingham Head to Head Results

10 stretnutí
Tranmere
1
wins
Drawn
4
Gillingham
5
wins
Total goals
27 · 2.7/match
Both scored
7/10 · 70%
Over 2.5
5/10 · 50%

Recent Form

Tranmere

DLWLDL

Gillingham

WLLLDW

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.

Tranmere2wins
3draws8 meetings
Gillingham3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.6

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

63%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (50%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (38%) — the odds may underestimate Tranmere.

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 40.4%Draw 31.9%Away 33.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.453.003.00
Max2.523.203.10
Over 2.5: 43.5%Under 2.5: 62.5%
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 market38.4%30.3%31.2%
Public market38.7%29.6%31.6%

Tranmere vs Gillingham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tranmere
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (40%)

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:10Gillingham
11Shots9
4Shots on target0

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
07/02/26Gillingham2–1Tranmere1.68/3.80/4.33
16/08/25Tranmere1–1Gillingham2.10/3.15/3.65
25/01/25Tranmere1–1Gillingham2.36/3.12/3.15
14/09/24Gillingham3–0Tranmere1.90/3.43/4.07
09/03/24Gillingham1–1Tranmere2.01/3.44/3.81
25/11/23Tranmere3–1Gillingham2.93/3.28/2.43
11/03/23Gillingham2–0Tranmere2.53/2.95/3.13
13/08/22Tranmere3–0Gillingham2.47/3.13/3.03

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: Gillingham

W 140D 106L 122
Over 2.540
Goals scored446

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026