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Morecambe vs Tranmere

Mazuma Stadium, Morecambe, Lancashire24 October 2023 at 19:45
10
Referee: P. Howard

Match Events

Morecambe
Tranmere
Kick Off
D. LoveC. Stokes
10′
45+4′Connor Jennings
45′Regan Hendry
Half Time
46′
C. WoodD. Pike
58′
K. MorrisR. Apter
58′
B. WalkerP. Lewis
Jacob Bedeau63′
D. TutondaM. Melbourne
64′
J. Turnbull

Own Goal

72′
J. SlewJ. Davenport
75′
Adam Mayor79′
79′
H. SaundersJ. Hawkes
83′
K. DennisC. Jolley
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal5
5Shots off Goal4
15Total Shots13
5Blocked Shots4
8Shots insidebox10
7Shots outsidebox3
9Fouls9
10Corner Kicks5
2Offsides0
49%Ball Possession51%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves5
376Total passes395
276Passes accurate272
73%Passes %69%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Morecambe is —, compared to 6.89 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. Morecambe's highest-rated starter is —, while Tranmere's best-rated player is L. McGee (7.22).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Morecambe have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Tranmere's starters account for 8 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by K. Dennis (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Morecambe deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Tranmere's 4-man backline averaging 6.88. 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

Morecambe field 5 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

Morecambe start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Tranmere averaging 6.72. 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 Morecambe 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

Morecambe's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 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 Morecambe's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Tranmere average 30.5 (youngest: L. O'Connor (25), oldest: K. Dennis (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

Morecambe'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.

Morecambe4-2-3-14-3-3Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
21Smith12Senior6Songo'o4Bedeau3Tutonda2Love10McKiern.7Bloxham11Mayor14Slew9Mellon1McGee2O'Connor5Davies6Turnbull27Wood7Morris4Walker8Hendry14Dennis18Jennings19Saunders

Substitutes

Coach: D. Adams

Substitutes

Coach: N. Adkins

MorecambePosition StrengthTranmere
Avg Rating
6.89
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.22
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 4)6.88
0G 0A0G 1A
Forward (1 v 3)6.72
0G 0A8G 4A
Morecambe4-2-3-1
21GoalkeeperA. Smith
12DefenderJ. Senior
6DefenderY. Songo'o
4DefenderJ. Bedeau
3DefenderD. Tutonda
2MidfielderD. Love
10MidfielderJ. McKiernan
7MidfielderT. Bloxham
11MidfielderA. Mayor
14MidfielderJ. Slew
9ForwardM. Mellon
Tranmere4-3-3
1GoalkeeperL. McGee7.2
2DefenderL. O'Connor6.8
5DefenderT. Davies
6DefenderJ. Turnbull6.91A
27DefenderC. Wood
7MidfielderK. Morris
4MidfielderB. Walker
8MidfielderR. Hendry
14ForwardK. Dennis6.64G1A
18ForwardC. Jennings6.84G3A
19ForwardH. Saunders

Match Summary

Morecambe defeated Tranmere 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2023. Goals were scored by J. Turnbull 72′ (o.g.). 4 yellow cards were shown. Morecambe had 49% possession while Tranmere held 51%. Morecambe had 15 shots (5 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Tranmere. Morecambe made 3 substitutions, Tranmere made 5.

Rivalry since 2014

Morecambe vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Morecambe
4
wins
Drawn
3
Tranmere
4
wins
Total goals
32 · 2.9/match
Both scored
7/11 · 64%
Over 2.5
6/11 · 55%

Recent Form

Morecambe

LLLDWL

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.

Morecambe4wins
2draws10 meetings
Tranmere4wins

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

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 48.7%Draw 28.5%Away 28.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.053.403.40
Max2.063.613.68
Over 2.5: 53.2%Under 2.5: 50.5%
Market favourite:Morecambe · 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 market46.9%26.8%26.3%
Public market46.0%27.8%26.2%

Morecambe vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Morecambe
Result vs. Market: Morecambe (49%)

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.

MorecambeHalf-time:00Tranmere
15Shots13
5Shots 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
01/01/25Morecambe2–0Tranmere2.89/3.30/2.42
03/12/24Tranmere2–2Morecambe1.89/3.50/4.09
13/02/24Tranmere2–3Morecambe1.97/3.58/3.67
24/10/23Morecambe1–0Tranmere2.05/3.50/3.56
30/01/21Morecambe0–1Tranmere2.25/3.36/3.19
31/10/20Tranmere0–1Morecambe1.94/3.46/3.98
26/12/18Tranmere3–1Morecambe1.87/3.46/4.56
06/10/18Morecambe3–4Tranmere2.90/3.56/2.42
30/08/14Tranmere2–1Morecambe2.29/3.36/3.26
10/01/15Morecambe0–0Tranmere2.85/3.25/2.65

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: Morecambe

W 229D 196L 302
Over 2.550
Goals scored890

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