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Rochdale vs Tranmere

Crown Oil Arena, Rochdale, Greater Manchester18 April 2023 at 19:45
22
Referee: S. Tallis

Match Events

Rochdale
Tranmere
Kick Off
19′
R. O'Donnell

Own Goal

Half Time
56′
J. Hawkes

Penalty

Owen Dodgson58′
A. OdohD. Rodney
58′
D. Lloyd-McGoldrick

assist: E. Brierley

69′
77′
J. Turner-CookeL. O'Connor
J. KeohaneT. Sinclair
79′
84′Kane Hemmings
90′
J. HawkesF. Hoti
E. Ebanks-Landell

assist: D. Lloyd-McGoldrick

90+3′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal5
7Shots off Goal4
14Total Shots10
3Blocked Shots1
7Shots insidebox5
7Shots outsidebox5
8Fouls11
6Corner Kicks5
2Offsides2
52%Ball Possession48%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves2
496Total passes459
393Passes accurate356
79%Passes %78%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Rochdale 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. Rochdale's highest-rated starter is —, while Tranmere's best-rated player is J. Turnbull (6.94).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Rochdale have contributed 4 goals and 3 assists this season, led by I. Henderson (4G). Tranmere's starters account for 0 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Rochdale deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Tranmere's 4-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

Rochdale field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Tranmere'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

Rochdale start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 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 Rochdale 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

Rochdale'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 Rochdale's starting XI is 41.0 (youngest: I. Henderson (41), oldest: I. Henderson (41)), while Tranmere average 27.7 (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

Rochdale's starters average 11 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.

Rochdale4-4-24-1-4-1Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
1O'Donne.13Keohane6Ebanks-.5Taylor22Dodgson25Lloyd-M.14Brierley7Kelly9Bughail.11Odoh40Henders.23Hewelt2Dacres-.5Davies14Turnbull3Bristow24Hendry11Hawkes33Turner-.17Hughes26Saunders10Hemmings

Substitutes

Coach: J. McNulty

Substitutes

Coach: I. Dawes

RochdalePosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.83
Defender (4 v 4)6.83
0G 0A0G 2A
Rochdale4-4-2
1GoalkeeperR. O'Donnell
13DefenderJ. Keohane
6DefenderE. Ebanks-Landell
5DefenderM. Taylor
22DefenderO. Dodgson
25MidfielderD. Lloyd-McGoldrick
14MidfielderE. Brierley
7MidfielderL. Kelly
9MidfielderD. Bughail-Mellor
11ForwardA. Odoh
40ForwardI. Henderson4G3A
Tranmere4-1-4-1
23GoalkeeperM. Hewelt
2DefenderJ. Dacres-Cogley
5DefenderT. Davies
14DefenderJ. Turnbull6.91A
3DefenderE. Bristow6.71A
24MidfielderR. Hendry
11MidfielderJ. Hawkes
33MidfielderJ. Turner-Cooke
17MidfielderR. Hughes
26MidfielderH. Saunders
10ForwardK. Hemmings

Match Summary

Rochdale and Tranmere drew 2:2. The match was played in League Two 2022. Goals were scored by R. O'Donnell 19′ (o.g.), J. Hawkes 56′ (pen.), D. Lloyd-McGoldrick 69′, E. Ebanks-Landell 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Rochdale had 52% possession while Tranmere held 48%. Rochdale had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for Tranmere. Rochdale made 2 substitutions, Tranmere made 2.

Rivalry since 2012

Rochdale vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Rochdale
3
wins
Drawn
2
Tranmere
2
wins
Total goals
14 · 2.0/match
Both scored
2/7 · 29%
Over 2.5
1/7 · 14%

Recent Form

Rochdale

WDWWDL

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.

Rochdale1wins
2draws4 meetings
Tranmere1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.3

Average goals per game

25%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

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 41.8%Draw 30.8%Away 32.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.353.203.00
Max2.433.303.19
Over 2.5: 46.5%Under 2.5: 59.9%
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 market39.8%29.8%30.4%
Public market39.6%28.8%31.7%
Δ0.3%1.0%1.3%

Rochdale vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Rochdale (42%)

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.

RochdaleHalf-time:01Tranmere
14Shots10
4Shots 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
18/04/23Rochdale2–2Tranmere2.39/3.25/3.06
25/10/22Tranmere1–1Rochdale1.80/3.48/4.89
15/01/22Tranmere2–0Rochdale2.04/3.51/3.54
11/09/21Rochdale1–0Tranmere2.05/3.29/3.66

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: Rochdale

W 176D 125L 159
Over 2.552
Goals scored653

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