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Afc Wimbledon vs Tranmere

The Cherry Red Records Stadium, London18 January 2025 at 15:00
Referee: S. Simpson

Match Events

AFC Wimbledon
Tranmere
Kick Off
35′Saidou Khan
Half Time
J. Neufville

assist: M. Stevens

48′
59′Declan Drysdale
J. PigottM. Browne
64′
72′
H. SaundersJ. Davison
72′
K. DennisO. Patrick
73′
S. KhanC. Merrie
M. Stevens

Penalty

81′
I. OgundereJ. Lewis
83′
J. KellyA. Sasu
83′
83′
Z. BradshawS. Solomon
87′Declan Drysdale
87′Declan Drysdale
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
1Shots off Goal6
7Total Shots11
2Blocked Shots3
6Shots insidebox7
1Shots outsidebox4
9Fouls14
1Corner Kicks4
1Offsides3
58%Ball Possession42%
0Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards1
2Goalkeeper Saves2
497Total passes350
391Passes accurate236
79%Passes %67%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for AFC Wimbledon is 6.76, compared to 6.91 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. AFC Wimbledon's highest-rated starter is J. Tilley (7.11), while Tranmere's best-rated player is L. McGee (7.22).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of AFC Wimbledon have contributed 18 goals and 11 assists this season, led by M. Stevens (9G). Tranmere's starters account for 11 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by C. Jennings (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

AFC Wimbledon deploy 3 defenders rated 6.69 on average, against Tranmere's 5-man backline averaging 6.94. 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

AFC Wimbledon field 4 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus Tranmere's 3 rated 6.80. 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

AFC Wimbledon start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.72, compared to 2 for Tranmere averaging 6.64. 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 73% for AFC Wimbledon and 64% 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

AFC Wimbledon's starters have collected 29 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 AFC Wimbledon's starting XI is 28.4 (youngest: I. Ogundere (23), oldest: S. Hutchinson (36)), while Tranmere average 31.3 (youngest: H. Saunders (28), 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

AFC Wimbledon's starters average 27 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.

AFC Wimbledon3-4-35-3-2Tranmere
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Goodman33Ogundere41Hutchin.6Johnson11Neufvil.12Smith4Reeves7Tilley14Stevens39Pigott10Kelly1McGee2Norman35Drysdale5Davies6Turnbull3Bradshaw18Jennings28Khan7Morris19Saunders14Dennis

Substitutes

Coach: J. Jackson

Substitutes

Coach: N. Adkins

AFC WimbledonPosition StrengthTranmere
6.76
Avg Rating
6.91
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.22
0G 0A0G 0A
6.69Defender (3 v 5)6.94
4G 1A3G 3A
6.86Midfielder (4 v 3)6.80
5G 8A4G 3A
6.72Forward (3 v 2)6.64
9G 2A4G 1A
AFC Wimbledon3-4-3
1GoalkeeperO. Goodman
33DefenderI. Ogundere6.61A
41DefenderS. Hutchinson6.7
6DefenderR. Johnson6.94G
11MidfielderJ. Neufville
12MidfielderA. Smith6.72G3A
4MidfielderJ. Reeves6.71G3A
7MidfielderJ. Tilley7.12G2A
14ForwardM. Stevens6.59G2A
39ForwardJ. Pigott
10ForwardJ. Kelly6.9
Tranmere5-3-2
1GoalkeeperL. McGee7.2
2DefenderC. Norman6.93G2A
35DefenderD. Drysdale
5DefenderT. Davies
6DefenderJ. Turnbull6.91A
3DefenderZ. Bradshaw
18MidfielderC. Jennings6.84G3A
28MidfielderS. Khan
7MidfielderK. Morris
19ForwardH. Saunders
14ForwardK. Dennis6.64G1A

Match Summary

AFC Wimbledon defeated Tranmere 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2024. Goals were scored by J. Neufville 48′, M. Stevens 81′ (pen.). 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. AFC Wimbledon had 58% possession while Tranmere held 42%. AFC Wimbledon had 7 shots (4 on target) compared to 11 (2 on target) for Tranmere. AFC Wimbledon made 3 substitutions, Tranmere made 4.

Rivalry since 2014

AFC Wimbledon vs Tranmere Head to Head Results

8 stretnutí
AFC Wimbledon
3
wins
Drawn
3
Tranmere
2
wins
Total goals
23 · 2.9/match
Both scored
5/8 · 63%
Over 2.5
3/8 · 38%

Recent Form

AFC Wimbledon

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Tranmere

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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.

AFC Wimbledon4wins
3draws8 meetings
Tranmere1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3

Average goals per game

38%

Games with 3+ goals

63%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 6.5%

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 63.3%Draw 26.5%Away 16.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.553.755.95
Max1.623.806.00
Over 2.5: 47.6%Under 2.5: 58.8%
Market favourite:AFC Wimbledon · 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 market59.6%24.7%15.7%
Public market60.0%24.5%15.5%

AFC Wimbledon vs Tranmere — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

AFC Wimbledon
Result vs. Market: AFC Wimbledon (63%)

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.

AFC WimbledonHalf-time:00Tranmere
7Shots11
4Shots 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
18/01/25AFC Wimbledon2–0Tranmere1.58/3.78/5.98
26/11/24Tranmere0–2AFC Wimbledon3.60/3.17/2.15
20/04/24Tranmere3–2AFC Wimbledon3.03/3.31/2.38
30/09/23AFC Wimbledon4–1Tranmere1.71/3.81/4.94
29/04/23AFC Wimbledon1–1Tranmere2.30/3.22/3.24
19/11/22Tranmere0–2AFC Wimbledon1.98/3.35/3.97
25/10/14AFC Wimbledon2–2Tranmere2.22/3.44/3.26
28/03/15Tranmere1–1AFC Wimbledon2.49/3.29/3.02

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: AFC Wimbledon

W 126D 104L 138
Over 2.544
Goals scored451

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