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Hartlepool vs Tranmere

The Suit Direct Stadium, Hartlepool, County Durham16 August 2022 at 19:45
00
Referee: T. Kirk

Match Events

Hartlepool
Tranmere
Kick Off
26′Jordan Turnbull
Callum Cooke29′
Josh Umerah37′
Alex Lacey39′
Half Time
E. MurrayM. Sylla
46′
65′
J. TurnbullJ. Hawkes
J. HastieE. Taylor
67′
74′
E. NevittJ. Mumbongo
80′Kyle Jameson
Full Time

Match Statistics

1Shots on Goal5
3Shots off Goal6
6Total Shots13
2Blocked Shots2
4Shots insidebox8
2Shots outsidebox5
8Fouls12
7Corner Kicks9
1Offsides3
48%Ball Possession52%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves1
341Total passes376
227Passes accurate249
67%Passes %66%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Hartlepool is —, compared to 6.83 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 J. Turnbull (6.94).

Defensive Solidity

Hartlepool deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Tranmere's 5-man backline averaging 6.83. 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 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Tranmere'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

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 67% 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 6 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 27.5 (youngest: E. Bristow (24), oldest: J. Turnbull (31)). 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 17 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.

Hartlepool3-4-2-15-3-2Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Killip23Menayese24Lacey5Murray2Sterry8Feather.10Cooke3Ferguson7Hastie11McDonald9Umerah1Doohan2Dacres-.19Byrne14Turnbull18Jameson3Bristow8McAlear22Lewis6Merrie20Nevitt10Hemmings

Substitutes

Coach: P. Hartley

Substitutes

Coach: M. Mellon

HartlepoolPosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.83
Defender (3 v 5)6.83
0G 0A0G 2A
Hartlepool3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperB. Killip
23DefenderR. Menayese
24DefenderA. Lacey
5DefenderE. Murray
2MidfielderJ. Sterry
8MidfielderN. Featherstone
10MidfielderC. Cooke
3MidfielderD. Ferguson
7ForwardJ. Hastie
11ForwardW. McDonald
9ForwardJ. Umerah
Tranmere5-3-2
1GoalkeeperR. Doohan
2DefenderJ. Dacres-Cogley
19DefenderN. Byrne
14DefenderJ. Turnbull6.91A
18DefenderK. Jameson
3DefenderE. Bristow6.71A
8MidfielderR. McAlear
22MidfielderP. Lewis
6MidfielderC. Merrie
20ForwardE. Nevitt
10ForwardK. Hemmings

Match Summary

Hartlepool and Tranmere drew 0:0. The match was played in League Two 2022. 5 yellow cards were shown. Hartlepool had 48% possession while Tranmere held 52%. Hartlepool had 6 shots (1 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Tranmere. Hartlepool made 2 substitutions, Tranmere made 2.

Rivalry since 2011

Hartlepool vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Hartlepool
3
wins
Drawn
5
Tranmere
3
wins
Total goals
18 · 1.6/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: 5.2%

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 37.8%Draw 33.0%Away 34.4%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.553.002.87
Max2.703.102.97
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 market36.1%31.2%32.6%
Public market35.2%31.7%33.1%

Hartlepool vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Hartlepool (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.

HartlepoolHalf-time:00Tranmere
7Shots13
1Shots on target5

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