Tranmere vs Bristol Rovers Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Apr 2026
League Two Betting Preview: Tranmere vs Bristol Rovers
Tranmere take on Bristol Rovers at Prenton Park, with kick-off set for 10:00 on Saturday 18 April.
There’s a realistic prospect that we’ll see Bristol Rovers land a win and they are available at +132 to beat Tranmere. We think that the Full-Time Result market offers bettors a value pick.
Tranmere Rovers played Chesterfield on their travels in their last game. It was a 1-1 draw at SMH Group Stadium.
Bristol Rovers claimed a home win in their previous game. A 3-1 triumph against Crawley Town at Memorial Stadium made it six consecutive victories.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Tranmere have not lost to Bristol Rovers in the past four meetings. Their last encounter saw Tranmere enjoy a 4-1 away victory at Memorial Stadium. The 5 most recent H2H meetings have involved three draws, while Tranmere and Bristol Rovers have both won once.
| League Two | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Bristol Rovers |
46 | 19 | 5 | 22 | 56 | 65 | -9 | 56:65 | 62 |
| 21 | Tranmere |
46 | 10 | 11 | 25 | 54 | 79 | -25 | 54:79 | 41 |
Confirmed Lineups
Tranmere confirmed lineup (3-4-2-1): Marko Marosi (GK), Lee O'Connor, Nathan Smith, William Tamen, Jayden Joseph, Sam Finley, Nohan Kenneh, Ethan Bristow, Omari Patrick, Zech Obiero, Kaiyne Woolery.
Bristol Rovers confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Brad Young (GK), Joel Senior, Kofi Balmer, Riley Harbottle, Jack Sparkes, Kane Thompson-Sommers, Ryan De Havilland, Tommy Leigh, Shaqai Forde, Fabrizio Cavegn, Joe Quigley.
Tranmere vs Bristol Rovers Prediction & Betting Tips
We cover the essential Tranmere vs Bristol Rovers betting angles, featuring our main match prediction, correct score guidance and a carefully crafted bet builder.
Match Prediction
We are big fans of Bristol Rovers at a price of +132 to win this League Two encounter, with this wager making plenty of appeal. A nice return could be on the cards and we think a victory is within their grasp.
The football predictions are generated after consulting the team news for both sides along with the form. We are also able to analyse the latest League Two stats which can suggest how the game might unfold.
Key Tranmere vs Bristol Rovers league stats:
The top betting apps make it a 43.1% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our experts have this probability close to 50%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
If you’re looking for a bet at a larger price, then Bristol Rovers on the Double Result market could be the way to go. You require them to be in front at the interval and then win at full-time.
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Correct Score Prediction
Bristol Rovers can be backed to win 1-0 when it comes to the correct score. We’ll go for the +510 that this happens and hopefully we’ll get a good run for our money.
Bet Builder Tips
Our same-game multi selections include Bristol Rovers to succeed, No on the BTTS market as well as no more than two goals to be scored.
A football bet builder is a fantastic way of cheering on different selections within the same game. You need all your predictions to be correct and many readers love to place a tailored bet on the clash which interests them most.
Tranmere vs Bristol Rovers Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The bookies have priced up the Full-Time Result betting odds and Bristol Rovers are +133 to land a League Two victory, while Tranmere Rovers are +188 to win. The draw is trading at +220 should you think the clash will end all square.
Bristol Rovers are -104 at -0.25 on the Asian Handicap and this gives you a half stake refund in the event of a draw. However, you get a full payout on your wager if they manage to beat Tranmere.
For the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 is the shortest price for this interesting contest. BTTS Yes is on offer at -130 for anyone who wants to side with Both Teams to Score.
The best football betting sites are on hand to provide lots of choice to bettors. It’s now the case that you can select from hundreds of markets for all of the League Two matches.
Stats: League Two matches only
Tranmere have suffered five consecutive losses at Prenton Park. Peter Wild's team have finished with nine defeats and one win in the past 10 home games, netting an average of 0.50 goals per match and conceding 1.90.
Bristol Rovers have clocked up five losses, four wins and one draw in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 1.20 goals per match and conceding 1.20.
The previous Prenton Park encounter involved a 1-1 draw between Tranmere and Bristol Rovers.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tranmere Home Stats |
1-0-9 | 2.40 | 0.50 | 1.90 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 7 | |
Bristol Rovers Away Stats |
4-1-5 | 2.40 | 1.20 | 1.20 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
Tranmere League Stats
Bristol Rovers League Stats
- 8 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win and 9 defeats in the previous 10 home matches
- 8 wins, 1 defeat and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 5 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.40 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.50 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Tranmere this season are Charlie Whitaker (10), Omari Patrick (6), Joe Ironside (5)
- Top Assistors for Tranmere this season are Omari Patrick (5), Connor Jennings (3), Aaron McGowan (2)
Tranmere vs Bristol Rovers Lineups & Team News
Before placing any bets on Tranmere vs Bristol Rovers, check the team news first. We’ll bring you the expected and confirmed lineups for League Two along with up-to-date injury news.
Tranmere Confirmed Lineup 3-4-2-1
Bristol Rovers Confirmed Lineup 4-3-1-2
Tranmere Confirmed Lineup 3-4-2-1
Bristol Rovers Confirmed Lineup 4-3-1-2
Tranmere Substitutes
- 3Patrick Brough
- 7Charlie Whitaker
- 9Kristian Dennis
- 12Jack Barrett
- 26James Plant
- 29Joe Ironside
- 44Ryan Watson
Bristol Rovers Substitutes
- 1Luke Southwood
- 4Taylor Moore
- 9Promise Omochere
- 10Yusuf Akhamrich
- 19Ellis Harrison
- 20Joshua McEachran
- 35Mees Rijks
Previous Tranmere Lineups
Previous Bristol Rovers Lineups
Tranmere Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Peter Wild
Bristol Rovers Player Stats & Squad
League Two Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bromley | 46 | 24 | 15 | 7 | 71:46 | 87 |
| 2 | MK Dons | 46 | 24 | 14 | 8 | 86:45 | 86 |
| 3 | Cambridge | 46 | 22 | 16 | 8 | 66:33 | 82 |
| 4 | Salford | 46 | 25 | 6 | 15 | 61:51 | 81 |
| 5 | Notts County | 46 | 24 | 8 | 14 | 74:52 | 80 |
| 6 | Chesterfield | 46 | 21 | 16 | 9 | 71:56 | 79 |
| 7 | Grimsby | 46 | 22 | 12 | 12 | 74:50 | 78 |
| 8 | Barnet | 46 | 21 | 13 | 12 | 70:53 | 76 |
| 9 | Swindon | 46 | 22 | 9 | 15 | 70:59 | 75 |
| 10 | Oldham | 46 | 18 | 14 | 14 | 60:44 | 68 |
| 11 | Crewe | 46 | 19 | 10 | 17 | 64:58 | 67 |
| 12 | Colchester | 46 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 62:49 | 66 |
| 13 | Walsall | 46 | 18 | 11 | 17 | 56:56 | 65 |
| 14 | Bristol Rovers | 46 | 19 | 5 | 22 | 56:65 | 62 |
| 15 | Fleetwood | 46 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 57:58 | 61 |
| 16 | Accr. Stanley | 46 | 14 | 11 | 21 | 47:58 | 53 |
| 17 | Gillingham | 46 | 13 | 14 | 19 | 53:72 | 53 |
| 18 | Cheltenham | 46 | 14 | 10 | 22 | 53:79 | 52 |
| 19 | Shrewsbury | 46 | 13 | 10 | 23 | 42:69 | 49 |
| 20 | Newport | 46 | 12 | 7 | 27 | 48:77 | 43 |
| 21 | Tranmere | 46 | 10 | 11 | 25 | 54:79 | 41 |
| 22 | Crawley | 46 | 8 | 16 | 22 | 44:68 | 40 |
| 23 | Harrogate | 46 | 10 | 9 | 27 | 39:68 | 39 |
| 24 | Barrow | 46 | 9 | 9 | 28 | 45:78 | 36 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cambridge | 23 | 15 | 6 | 2 | 43:15 | 51 |
| 2 | Bromley | 23 | 14 | 9 | 0 | 41:21 | 51 |
| 3 | Salford | 23 | 14 | 4 | 5 | 34:24 | 46 |
| 4 | MK Dons | 23 | 13 | 6 | 4 | 41:20 | 45 |
| 5 | Notts County | 23 | 13 | 4 | 6 | 45:25 | 43 |
| 6 | Grimsby | 23 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 41:22 | 41 |
| 7 | Chesterfield | 23 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 38:24 | 41 |
| 8 | Crewe | 23 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 34:28 | 41 |
| 9 | Swindon | 23 | 11 | 6 | 6 | 38:27 | 39 |
| 10 | Oldham | 23 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 30:18 | 38 |
| 11 | Bristol Rovers | 23 | 12 | 1 | 10 | 31:28 | 37 |
| 12 | Colchester | 23 | 10 | 6 | 7 | 35:23 | 36 |
| 13 | Barnet | 23 | 10 | 6 | 7 | 38:29 | 36 |
| 14 | Fleetwood | 23 | 8 | 9 | 6 | 34:34 | 33 |
| 15 | Shrewsbury | 23 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 22:27 | 33 |
| 16 | Accr. Stanley | 23 | 9 | 5 | 9 | 27:27 | 32 |
| 17 | Cheltenham | 23 | 9 | 4 | 10 | 28:33 | 31 |
| 18 | Gillingham | 23 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 29:36 | 31 |
| 19 | Walsall | 23 | 8 | 5 | 10 | 23:30 | 29 |
| 20 | Crawley | 23 | 5 | 10 | 8 | 26:28 | 25 |
| 21 | Newport | 23 | 6 | 4 | 13 | 24:37 | 22 |
| 22 | Barrow | 23 | 5 | 4 | 14 | 18:34 | 19 |
| 23 | Tranmere | 23 | 4 | 6 | 13 | 22:37 | 18 |
| 24 | Harrogate | 23 | 4 | 3 | 16 | 16:38 | 15 |
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