Cambridge United vs Tranmere Rovers: match statistics
Cambridge United presents solid home form with 67% of matches won at home and an impressive goal difference of +11 at their own stadium. The hosts demonstrate offensive efficiency (1.5 goals on average per home match) while simultaneously maintaining defensive stability (0.58 goals conceded on average). Tranmere Rovers, despite a decent attack xG coefficient, concedes an average of 1.58 goals away and achieves only 1.2 points per match in the last five meetings. The visitors' recent away form (dwlldwdlwwlw) indicates instability, while Cambridge has a streak of four wins in the last five home matches. Possession statistics (51% for the hosts vs 48% for the visitors) and Cambridge's higher home xG (1.51 vs 1.34) further speak for a home victory, although Tranmere's experience in scoring away (1.92 average) could make this a close encounter.
Cambridge United vs Tranmere Rovers: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Cambridge United played against Tranmere Rovers in EFL League Two (England). The game was played on January 24, 2026. Final score: 4:2.
Recent form
Cambridge United has 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 2.60 points per game. Tranmere Rovers has 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses, with 1.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Cambridge United scores 1.20 goals per game and allows 0.80. Tranmere Rovers scores 1.54 and allows 1.62. Games in this league average 2.62 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 48% of Cambridge United's games and 69% of Tranmere Rovers's. The Over 2.5 rates are 28% and 58%, compared with league averages of 55% for BTTS and 47% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Tranmere Rovers has the higher season xG average, 1.43 to 1.31 per game. Cambridge United takes 10.9 shots per game, while Tranmere Rovers takes 13.1.
First-half and second-half trends
Cambridge United leads at halftime in 48% of its games and scores 0.60 goals per game after halftime. Tranmere Rovers leads at halftime in 35% and scores 0.96 after halftime.
When the teams score
Cambridge United's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (9 goals). For Tranmere Rovers, it is minutes 76-90+ (12 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
League Two games average 2.62 goals. Both teams score in 55% of games, and 47% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 0.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Cambridge United presents solid home form with 67% of matches won at home and an impressive goal difference of +11 at their own stadium. The hosts demonstrate offensive efficiency (1.5 goals on average per home match) while simultaneously maintaining defensive stability (0.58 goals conceded on average). Tranmere Rovers, despite a decent attack xG coefficient, concedes an average of 1.58 goals away and achieves only 1.2 points per match in the last five meetings. The visitors' recent away form (dwlldwdlwwlw) indicates instability, while Cambridge has a streak of four wins in the last five home matches. Possession statistics (51% for the hosts vs 48% for the visitors) and Cambridge's higher home xG (1.51 vs 1.34) further speak for a home victory, although Tranmere's experience in scoring away (1.92 average) could make this a close encounter.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Cambridge United | Tranmere Rovers | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 31% | 29% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.36 | 0.40 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Cambridge United is 117% better for: last-5 form.
2.6 pts / game - Cambridge United · 1.2 pts / game - Tranmere Rovers
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Tranmere Rovers is 28% better for: goals scored per game.
1.2 goals / game - Cambridge United · 1.54 goals / game - Tranmere Rovers
Cambridge United is 102% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.8 goals / game - Cambridge United · 1.62 goals / game - Tranmere Rovers
Cambridge United scores in 72% of games (18 of 25 meczów), while Tranmere Rovers keeps a clean sheet in 23% (6 of 26 meczów).
Tranmere Rovers scores in 88% of games (23 of 26 meczów), while Cambridge United keeps a clean sheet in 36% (9 of 25 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Cambridge United
Over / Under - Tranmere Rovers
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Cambridge United is 30% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.76 pts / game - Cambridge United · 1.35 pts / game - Tranmere Rovers
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Cambridge United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 48% of games and wins 48%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Tranmere Rovers - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 35% of games and wins 31%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 3.00 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 60% |
| No goal | 0% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +5 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 60% |
| No goal | 80% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -5 | +2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (9 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (12 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Cambridge United
Tranmere Rovers
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (League Two).
Teams vs league
| Cambridge United | Liga | Tranmere Rovers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.00 | 2.62 | ▲ 3.15 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 48% | 55% | ▲ 69% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 28% | 47% | ▲ 58% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 36% | 25% | ▼ 23% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 68% | 70% | ▲ 73% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 68% | 76% | ▲ 88% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Cambridge United's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses against Tranmere Rovers. Games average 0.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Cambridge United vs Tranmere Rovers?
The EFL League Two match finished Cambridge United 4:2 Tranmere Rovers. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Cambridge United vs Tranmere Rovers?
Cambridge United score 1.20 goals per game on average and Tranmere Rovers 1.54. The EFL League Two average is 2.62 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 47% of games. Both teams score in 48% of Cambridge United's matches and 69% of Tranmere Rovers's.
What form are Cambridge United and Tranmere Rovers in?
Over the last 5 games Cambridge United have a 4-1-0 record (2.60 points per game) and Tranmere Rovers 2-0-3 (1.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Cambridge United vs Tranmere Rovers?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.