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Tranmere vs Harrogate Town

Prenton Park, Birkenhead, Merseyside15 August 2023 at 19:45
Referee: L. Swabey

Match Events

Tranmere
Harrogate Town
Kick Off
L. Norris

assist: C. Jennings

24′
S. Taylor

assist: K. Dennis

26′
Half Time
Luke Norris53′
54′Joe Mattock
Jake Leake70′
K. DennisP. Lewis
72′
77′
D. CorneliusJ. Falkingham
77′
L. GibsonL. Sutton
78′
S. FolarinJ. Daly
S. TaylorJ. Hawkes
85′
K. Morris

assist: L. Norris

89′
L. NorrisC. Jolley
90+5′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal2
3Shots off Goal6
11Total Shots11
3Blocked Shots3
5Shots insidebox3
6Shots outsidebox8
10Fouls17
6Corner Kicks3
0Offsides1
47%Ball Possession53%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves2
412Total passes469
296Passes accurate343
72%Passes %73%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tranmere is 6.89, compared to 7.09 for Harrogate 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 L. McGee (7.22), while Harrogate Town's best-rated player is A. O'Connor (7.23).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Tranmere have contributed 8 goals and 5 assists this season, led by K. Dennis (4G). Harrogate Town's starters account for 0 goals and 5 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

Tranmere deploy 4 defenders rated 6.88 on average, against Harrogate Town's 4-man backline averaging 7.23. 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 6.64, versus Harrogate Town's 5 rated 6.84. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.80, compared to 1 for Harrogate 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 67% for Tranmere and 63% for Harrogate 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 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Harrogate 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 29.5 (youngest: S. Taylor (22), oldest: K. Dennis (35)), while Harrogate Town average 32.0 (youngest: L. Gibson (28), oldest: M. Oxley (35)). 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 Harrogate 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.

Tranmere4-3-34-2-3-1Harrogate Town
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McGee2O'Connor5Davies6Turnbull3Leake7Morris14Dennis8Hendry20Taylor9Norris18Jennings1Oxley14Sims15O'Connor3Mattock23Foulds8Corneli.30Gibson12Folarin10Daly9Odoh29Armstro.

Substitutes

Coach: I. Dawes

Substitutes

Coach: S. Weaver

TranmerePosition StrengthHarrogate Town
6.89
Avg Rating
7.09
7.22Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.19
0G 0A0G 1A
6.88Defender (4 v 4)7.23
0G 1A0G 1A
6.64Midfielder (3 v 5)6.84
4G 1A0G 3A
6.80Forward (3 v 1)
4G 3A0G 0A
Tranmere4-3-3
1GoalkeeperL. McGee7.2
2DefenderL. O'Connor6.8
5DefenderT. Davies
6DefenderJ. Turnbull6.91A
3DefenderJ. Leake
7MidfielderK. Morris
14MidfielderK. Dennis6.64G1A
8MidfielderR. Hendry
20ForwardS. Taylor
9ForwardL. Norris
18ForwardC. Jennings6.84G3A
Harrogate Town4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperM. Oxley7.21A
14DefenderT. Sims
15DefenderA. O'Connor7.21A
3DefenderJ. Mattock
23DefenderM. Foulds
8MidfielderD. Cornelius
30MidfielderL. Gibson6.83A
12MidfielderS. Folarin
10MidfielderM. Daly
9MidfielderA. Odoh
29ForwardL. Armstrong

Match Summary

Tranmere defeated Harrogate Town 3:0. The match was played in League Two 2023. Goals were scored by L. Norris 24′, S. Taylor 26′, K. Morris 89′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Tranmere had 47% possession while Harrogate Town held 53%. Tranmere had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 11 (2 on target) for Harrogate Town. Tranmere made 3 substitutions, Harrogate Town made 3.

Rivalry since 2020

Tranmere vs Harrogate Town Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
Tranmere
6
wins
Drawn
3
Harrogate Town
3
wins
Total goals
34 · 2.8/match
Both scored
7/12 · 58%
Over 2.5
6/12 · 50%

Recent Form

Tranmere

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Harrogate 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
3draws10 meetings
Harrogate Town2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.8

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (45%) — the odds may underestimate Tranmere.

Market Summary

Margin: 7.0%

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 48.5%Draw 29.7%Away 28.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.953.203.40
Max2.143.503.67
Over 2.5: 48.8%Under 2.5: 57.1%
Market favourite:Tranmere · Slight 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 market45.2%28.4%26.4%
Public market45.1%27.1%27.9%
Δ0.1%1.4%1.5%

Tranmere vs Harrogate Town — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tranmere
Result vs. Market: Tranmere (48%)

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:20Harrogate Town
11Shots11
5Shots on target2

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
17/03/26Tranmere0–3Harrogate Town2.15/3.25/3.20
01/01/26Harrogate Town0–2Tranmere3.40/3.40/2.01
01/04/25Harrogate Town3–2Tranmere2.69/3.04/2.75
14/12/24Tranmere2–1Harrogate Town1.71/3.62/4.86
29/12/23Harrogate Town0–2Tranmere2.62/3.39/2.66
15/08/23Tranmere3–0Harrogate Town2.06/3.37/3.49
31/03/23Tranmere1–1Harrogate Town2.15/3.33/3.51
22/10/22Harrogate Town1–1Tranmere3.07/3.23/2.39
15/03/22Tranmere2–0Harrogate Town2.15/3.32/3.53
19/10/21Harrogate Town2–2Tranmere2.22/3.28/3.31

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: Harrogate Town

W 83D 68L 125
Over 2.550
Goals scored317

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026