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Milton Keynes Dons vs Tranmere

Stadium MK, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire5 October 2024 at 15:00

Match Events

Milton Keynes Dons
Tranmere
Kick Off
J. White

assist: L. Maguire

23′
Connor Lemonheigh-Evans33′
Half Time
Aaron Nemane59′
T. LeighS. Finch
64′
J. WhiteT. Carroll
64′
64′
K. DennisH. Saunders
68′Omari Patrick
77′
K. MorrisR. Hendry
77′
O. PatrickJ. Davison
L. KellyM. Williams
82′
90+1′
R. Hendry

assist: C. Norman

Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal3
4Shots off Goal2
10Total Shots8
2Blocked Shots3
7Shots insidebox4
3Shots outsidebox4
12Fouls12
5Corner Kicks5
4Offsides2
55%Ball Possession45%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
562Total passes458
474Passes accurate359
84%Passes %78%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Milton Keynes Dons is 6.86, compared to 6.90 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. Milton Keynes Dons's highest-rated starter is A. Gilbey (7.09), while Tranmere's best-rated player is L. McGee (7.22).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Milton Keynes Dons have contributed 21 goals and 18 assists this season, led by A. Gilbey (12G). Tranmere's starters account for 14 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by O. Patrick (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Milton Keynes Dons deploy 3 defenders rated 6.86 on average, against Tranmere's 3-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

Milton Keynes Dons field 4 midfielders averaging 6.81, versus Tranmere's 4 rated 6.94. 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

Milton Keynes Dons start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.09, 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 68% for Milton Keynes Dons and 65% 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

Milton Keynes Dons's starters have collected 32 yellow cards this season, compared to 17 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 Milton Keynes Dons's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: J. Tomlinson (25), oldest: A. Gilbey (31)), while Tranmere average 30.0 (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

Milton Keynes Dons's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 22 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.

Milton Keynes Dons3-4-2-13-4-2-1Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McGill4Tucker17Offord23Maguire16Nemane24Lemonhe.10Kelly14Tomlins.27White8Gilbey18Leigh1McGee22O'Connor5Davies6Turnbull2Norman28Khan16Merrie3Bradshaw7Morris30Patrick14Dennis

Substitutes

Coach: S. Lindsey

Substitutes

Coach: N. Adkins

Milton Keynes DonsPosition StrengthTranmere
6.86
Avg Rating
6.90
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.22
0G 0A0G 0A
6.86Defender (3 v 3)6.88
4G 1A0G 1A
6.81Midfielder (4 v 4)6.94
5G 13A3G 2A
7.09Forward (3 v 3)6.72
12G 4A11G 6A
Milton Keynes Dons3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperT. McGill
4DefenderJ. Tucker
17DefenderL. Offord6.63G1A
23DefenderL. Maguire7.11G
16MidfielderA. Nemane6.83G3A
24MidfielderC. Lemonheigh-Evans6.51G1A
10MidfielderL. Kelly7.01G9A
14MidfielderJ. Tomlinson6.9
27ForwardJ. White
8ForwardA. Gilbey7.112G4A
18ForwardT. Leigh
Tranmere3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperL. McGee7.2
22DefenderL. O'Connor6.8
5DefenderT. Davies
6DefenderJ. Turnbull6.91A
2MidfielderC. Norman6.93G2A
28MidfielderS. Khan
16MidfielderC. Merrie
3MidfielderZ. Bradshaw
7ForwardK. Morris
30ForwardO. Patrick6.87G5A
14ForwardK. Dennis6.64G1A

Match Summary

Milton Keynes Dons and Tranmere drew 1:1. The match was played in League Two 2024. Goals were scored by J. White 23′, R. Hendry 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Milton Keynes Dons had 55% possession while Tranmere held 45%. Milton Keynes Dons had 10 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Tranmere. Milton Keynes Dons made 3 substitutions, Tranmere made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Milton Keynes Dons vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

14 stretnutí
Milton Keynes Dons
7
wins
Drawn
3
Tranmere
4
wins
Total goals
37 · 2.6/match
Both scored
7/14 · 50%
Over 2.5
8/14 · 57%

Recent Form

Milton Keynes Dons

DWWWDD

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.

Milton Keynes Dons3wins
4draws8 meetings
Tranmere1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.5

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

75%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 6.3%

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 60.1%Draw 25.2%Away 20.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.643.904.50
Max1.704.005.00
Over 2.5: 53.2%Under 2.5: 50.5%
Market favourite:Milton Keynes Dons · 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 market57.2%23.4%19.4%
Public market57.4%23.7%18.9%

Milton Keynes Dons vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Milton Keynes Dons (60%)

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.

Milton Keynes DonsHalf-time:10Tranmere
10Shots8
4Shots on target3

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
25/04/26Milton Keynes Dons3–0Tranmere1.37/4.50/7.50
22/11/25Tranmere2–2Milton Keynes Dons2.70/3.60/2.25
15/02/25Tranmere1–1Milton Keynes Dons2.41/3.33/2.88
05/10/24Milton Keynes Dons1–1Tranmere1.66/3.97/4.78
13/01/24Tranmere1–2Milton Keynes Dons2.64/3.63/2.46
12/08/23Milton Keynes Dons1–0Tranmere1.81/3.48/4.46
13/04/19Tranmere2–1Milton Keynes Dons2.57/3.43/2.75
29/09/18Milton Keynes Dons1–1Tranmere2.03/3.37/3.98

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: Milton Keynes Dons

W 138D 62L 76
Over 2.553
Goals scored450

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