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Tranmere vs Crawley Town

Prenton Park, Birkenhead, Merseyside28 February 2023 at 19:45
Referee: C. Hicks

Match Events

Tranmere
Crawley Town
Kick Off
Half Time
L. OConnorJ. Burton
57′
L. ChalmersC. Merrie
57′
R. HendryB. Walker
63′
J. Turnbull

assist: J. Hawkes

68′
69′
A. OtehJ. Roles
Brad Walker87′
88′
T. FellowsL. Francillette
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal8
9Total Shots13
0Blocked Shots1
3Shots insidebox7
6Shots outsidebox6
16Fouls14
7Corner Kicks8
2Offsides1
48%Ball Possession52%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves3
326Total passes341
209Passes accurate201
64%Passes %59%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tranmere is 6.89, compared to 6.81 for Crawley Town. 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 Crawley Town's best-rated player is K. Gordon (6.85).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Tranmere have contributed 0 goals and 2 assists this season, led by —. Crawley Town's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by K. Gordon (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Tranmere deploy 4 defenders rated 6.83 on average, against Crawley Town's 4-man backline averaging 6.85. 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 6.83, versus Crawley Town's 5 rated 6.77. 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 Crawley Town 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 65% for Tranmere and 77% for Crawley Town. 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Crawley Town. 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 30.4 (youngest: E. Bristow (24), oldest: J. Murphy (44)), while Crawley Town average 29.0 (youngest: K. Gordon (28), oldest: D. Conroy (30)). 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 17 for Crawley Town. 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.

Tranmere4-4-24-2-3-1Crawley Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Murphy2Dacres-.5Davies14Turnbull3Bristow19Chalmers4O'Connor24Hendry11Hawkes22Lewis26Saunders34Addai2Gordon23Johnson6Lynch25Tsaroul.3Conroy8Powell38Fellows19Telford24Oteh10Nadesan

Substitutes

Coach: M. Mellon

Substitutes

Coach: S. Lindsey

TranmerePosition StrengthCrawley Town
6.89
Avg Rating
6.81
7.07Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.83Defender (4 v 4)6.85
0G 2A1G 0A
6.83Midfielder (4 v 5)6.77
0G 0A0G 0A
Tranmere4-4-2
13GoalkeeperJ. Murphy7.1
2DefenderJ. Dacres-Cogley
5DefenderT. Davies
14DefenderJ. Turnbull6.91A
3DefenderE. Bristow6.71A
19MidfielderL. Chalmers
4MidfielderL. O'Connor6.8
24MidfielderR. Hendry
11MidfielderJ. Hawkes
22ForwardP. Lewis
26ForwardH. Saunders
Crawley Town4-2-3-1
34GoalkeeperC. Addai
2DefenderK. Gordon6.81G
23DefenderT. Johnson
6DefenderJ. Lynch
25DefenderN. Tsaroulla
3MidfielderD. Conroy6.8
8MidfielderJ. Powell
38MidfielderT. Fellows
19MidfielderD. Telford
24MidfielderA. Oteh
10ForwardA. Nadesan

Match Summary

Tranmere defeated Crawley Town 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by J. Turnbull 68′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Tranmere had 48% possession while Crawley Town held 52%. Tranmere had 9 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (4 on target) for Crawley Town. Tranmere made 3 substitutions, Crawley Town made 2.

Rivalry since 2012

Tranmere vs Crawley Town Head to Head Results

16 stretnutí
Tranmere
8
wins
Drawn
1
Crawley Town
7
wins
Total goals
53 · 3.3/match
Both scored
8/16 · 50%
Over 2.5
9/16 · 56%

Recent Form

Tranmere

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Crawley Town

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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.

Tranmere5wins
0draws10 meetings
Crawley Town5wins

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

40%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 5.1%

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 59.8%Draw 26.5%Away 18.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.653.605.00
Max1.703.965.55
Over 2.5: 49.5%Under 2.5: 54.6%
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 market58.3%24.3%17.3%
Public market57.2%25.5%17.4%
Δ1.2%1.2%

Tranmere vs Crawley Town — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tranmere
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (60%)

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:00Crawley Town
9Shots13
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
14/02/26Tranmere2–0Crawley Town2.20/3.30/2.85
23/08/25Crawley Town0–2Tranmere2.78/3.21/2.52
23/03/24Tranmere1–3Crawley Town2.01/3.65/3.57
16/09/23Crawley Town3–2Tranmere2.17/3.41/3.16
15/04/23Crawley Town2–1Tranmere2.60/3.19/2.82
28/02/23Tranmere1–0Crawley Town1.67/3.77/5.35
22/01/22Crawley Town0–1Tranmere2.84/3.31/2.49
02/10/21Tranmere2–1Crawley Town2.27/3.29/3.14
06/03/21Tranmere0–1Crawley Town1.94/3.65/3.73
27/10/20Crawley Town4–0Tranmere2.42/3.23/3.04

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: Crawley Town

W 164D 128L 205
Over 2.553
Goals scored611

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026