Gillingham vs Tranmere Rovers: match statistics
Gillingham displays solid home form with a record of 36% wins and only 21% losses at home, which gives them a psychological advantage in front of their own crowd. The hosts stand out with higher offensive efficiency in home matches (xG 1.85 vs 1.29 for the visitors away) and better defense (on average 1.29 goals conceded vs 1.71 for the opponents). Tranmere Rovers is experiencing a dramatic form crisis with a series of five consecutive defeats and zero points earned in recent matches, which significantly weakens their chances of a favorable outcome. Additionally, the visitors have a weaker away record (36% wins, but as much as 43% losses) and poorer xG statistics on the road. The advantage in possession (49% vs 47%) and a higher average of shots on target (5.86 vs 3.93) further speak in favor of the hosts, although their recent overall form (1.2 PTS/match) suggests that victory will not come easy.
Gillingham vs Tranmere Rovers: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Gillingham played against Tranmere Rovers in EFL League Two (England). The game was played on February 7, 2026. Final score: 2:1.
Recent form
Gillingham has 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Tranmere Rovers has 0 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses, with 0.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Gillingham scores 1.36 goals per game and allows 1.25. Tranmere Rovers scores 1.45 and allows 1.69. Games in this league average 2.59 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 61% of Gillingham's games and 66% of Tranmere Rovers's. The Over 2.5 rates are 43% and 55%, compared with league averages of 53% for BTTS and 48% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Gillingham has the higher season xG average, 1.56 to 1.41 per game. Gillingham takes 13.6 shots per game, while Tranmere Rovers takes 12.8.
First-half and second-half trends
Gillingham leads at halftime in 18% of its games and scores 0.89 goals per game after halftime. Tranmere Rovers leads at halftime in 34% and scores 0.90 after halftime.
When the teams score
Gillingham's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (12 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 2.59 goals. Both teams score in 53% of games, and 48% 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 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% 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
Gillingham displays solid home form with a record of 36% wins and only 21% losses at home, which gives them a psychological advantage in front of their own crowd. The hosts stand out with higher offensive efficiency in home matches (xG 1.85 vs 1.29 for the visitors away) and better defense (on average 1.29 goals conceded vs 1.71 for the opponents). Tranmere Rovers is experiencing a dramatic form crisis with a series of five consecutive defeats and zero points earned in recent matches, which significantly weakens their chances of a favorable outcome. Additionally, the visitors have a weaker away record (36% wins, but as much as 43% losses) and poorer xG statistics on the road. The advantage in possession (49% vs 47%) and a higher average of shots on target (5.86 vs 3.93) further speak in favor of the hosts, although their recent overall form (1.2 PTS/match) suggests that victory will not come easy.
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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
| Gillingham | Tranmere Rovers | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 31% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.30 | 0.37 |
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.
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 7% better for: goals scored per game.
1.36 goals / game - Gillingham · 1.45 goals / game - Tranmere Rovers
Gillingham is 35% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.25 goals / game - Gillingham · 1.69 goals / game - Tranmere Rovers
Gillingham scores in 82% of games (23 of 28 meczów), while Tranmere Rovers keeps a clean sheet in 21% (6 of 29 meczów).
Tranmere Rovers scores in 83% of games (24 of 29 meczów), while Gillingham keeps a clean sheet in 25% (7 of 28 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 - Gillingham
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.
Tranmere Rovers is 29% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.07 pts / game - Gillingham · 1.38 pts / game - Tranmere Rovers
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Gillingham - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 18% of games and wins 32%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Tranmere Rovers - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 34% of games and wins 28%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Allows 0.5 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -3 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 0.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 1.8 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 2.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 0% |
| No goal | 80% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -7 |
* 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 76-90 (12 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): +5 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (12 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (14). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
* 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
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* 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
| Gillingham | Liga | Tranmere Rovers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 2.61 | 2.59 | ▲ 3.14 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 61% | 53% | ▲ 66% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 43% | 48% | ▲ 55% |
| Clean sheets | • 25% | 26% | ▼ 21% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 54% | 69% | • 69% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 79% | 77% | ▲ 90% |
^ 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 Gillingham's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses against Tranmere Rovers. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Gillingham vs Tranmere Rovers?
The EFL League Two match finished Gillingham 2:1 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 Gillingham vs Tranmere Rovers?
Gillingham score 1.36 goals per game on average and Tranmere Rovers 1.45. The EFL League Two average is 2.59 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 48% of games. Both teams score in 61% of Gillingham's matches and 66% of Tranmere Rovers's.
What form are Gillingham and Tranmere Rovers in?
Over the last 5 games Gillingham have a 2-0-3 record (1.20 points per game) and Tranmere Rovers 0-0-5 (0.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Gillingham 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.