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Tranmere v Cheltenham: 31 October 2026 · 15:00 at Prenton Park (Wirral), with R. Martin refereeing. We have Tranmere (48%) down as favourites. Scroll down for the tip, the chances of each outcome, absences and our breakdown of the game.
Tranmere vs Cheltenham: analysis of the match
What our tip is based on
- Table. Tranmere are 11th in the table, on 19 points after 14 matches (4W 7D 3L), and Cheltenham are 5th, on 21 points (6W 3D 5L).
- Attack and defence. On average Tranmere score 1.2 goals a match in the competition and concede 1.2; for Cheltenham the figures are 1.7 scored and 1.7 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Tranmere: 3W 7D 3L, goals 16–16; Cheltenham: 6W 3D 4L, goals 22–22.
- Head to head. From 14 meetings: 7 wins for Tranmere, 7 wins for Cheltenham and 0 draws, with the goals at 18–20.
What to expect
For us, Tranmere are the more likely winners. We estimate a 2–1 score, roughly 3 goals in all, with 1–1 (11.5%) the most probable single result. Goals at both ends are likely in an open game.
In the goals market we pick Both teams to score (odds 1.67), and we rate it at 56%. Our numbers give both teams scoring a 56% chance and more than 2.5 goals a 53% chance.
Prediction summary
- Meetings: 14; Tranmere 7 wins, 0 draws, Cheltenham 7 wins.
- An average of 2.7 goals per meeting between these teams.
- In the competition, goals scored–conceded: Tranmere 16–16, Cheltenham 22–22.
- Expected: roughly 3 goals; over 2.5 goals: 53%.
- Out: Tranmere 0, Cheltenham 0.
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes (probability 56%, best price 1.67). With roughly 3 goals expected, it fits the picture.
Absences
Absent for Tranmere: no absences. Absent for Cheltenham: no absences. Team news may change, so check it again before kick-off.
Tranmere vs Cheltenham: compare the odds
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best price | 1.98 | 3.75 | 3.85 |
| Market average | 1.92 | 3.59 | 3.64 |
| Lowest odds | 1.82 | 3.19 | 3.28 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.26 | 1.22 | 76.1% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.80 | 1.76 | 53.2% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.05 | 2.01 | 46.8% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.05 | 2.80 | 33.0% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.67 | 1.64 | 56.4% |
| BTTS – no | 2.20 | 2.13 | 43.6% |
Prices from several bookmakers, combined and updated 31/10/26, 13:41. They are for guidance and can differ at any one operator. Margin, on average: 7.5%.
At a glance
- Likely result: Tranmere 1–1 Cheltenham, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Tranmere 11th (19 points), Cheltenham 5th (21 points).
- Form in the competition: Tranmere 3W 7D 3L (16:16), Cheltenham 6W 3D 4L (22:22).
- H2H: 14 matches: Tranmere 7W 0D 7L, goals 18–20.
- Absences: Tranmere 0, Cheltenham 0.
Who will win Tranmere vs Cheltenham?
Our estimate uses odds from several bookmakers after removing the margin. It does not guarantee any result.
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Tranmere vs Cheltenham: team news and absences
Tranmere
- No reported absences
Cheltenham
- No reported absences
Changes are possible before kick-off.
Standings and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Salford City | 14 | 10-1-3 | 25:15 | 31 |
| 2 |  Barnet | 13 | 7-5-1 | 28:18 | 26 |
| 3 |  Walsall | 13 | 5-7-1 | 21:12 | 22 |
| 4 |  Crewe | 14 | 5-7-2 | 17:17 | 22 |
| 5 | Cheltenham | 14 | 6-3-5 | 23:25 | 21 |
| 6 |  Grimsby | 14 | 5-5-4 | 24:18 | 20 |
| 7 |  York | 14 | 5-5-4 | 24:21 | 20 |
| 8 |  Gillingham | 14 | 5-5-4 | 20:19 | 20 |
| 9 |  Accrington ST | 14 | 4-7-3 | 23:17 | 19 |
| 10 |  Chesterfield | 14 | 5-4-5 | 24:21 | 19 |
| 11 | Tranmere | 14 | 4-7-3 | 19:17 | 19 |
| 12 |  Exeter City | 14 | 5-4-5 | 11:9 | 19 |
| 13 |  Swindon Town | 14 | 5-4-5 | 15:17 | 19 |
| 14 |  Newport County | 14 | 4-6-4 | 20:17 | 18 |
| 15 |  Shrewsbury | 14 | 5-3-6 | 17:22 | 18 |
| 16 |  Fleetwood Town | 14 | 4-5-5 | 18:18 | 17 |
| 17 |  Bristol Rovers | 14 | 5-1-8 | 17:23 | 16 |
| 18 |  Oldham | 14 | 4-3-7 | 15:19 | 15 |
| 19 |  Port Vale | 12 | 4-3-5 | 10:14 | 15 |
| 20 |  Rochdale | 14 | 4-3-7 | 17:26 | 15 |
| 21 |  Northampton | 13 | 3-5-5 | 9:10 | 14 |
| 22 |  Rotherham | 14 | 2-6-6 | 18:25 | 12 |
| 23 |  Colchester | 13 | 2-6-5 | 12:19 | 12 |
| 24 |  Crawley Town | 12 | 2-3-7 | 13:21 | 9 |
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Questions and answers
What do we tip for Tranmere vs Cheltenham?
Draw or Cheltenham (X2) (1.92); Both teams to score (1.67).
Who will win Tranmere vs Cheltenham?
We estimate: Tranmere win 48%, draw 26%, Cheltenham win 26%.
Where and when is the game being played?
Date: 31 October 2026, kick-off: 15:00, venue: Prenton Park, Wirral. Referee: R. Martin.
Who will be missing?
Tranmere: no absences. Cheltenham: no absences. Changes are possible before kick-off.
Will the match produce over 2.5 goals?
We estimate over 2.5 goals at 53% (odds 1.80); for fewer than 2.5 the figure is 47% (odds 2.05).
Will both teams score?
By our estimate, both teams score with a probability of 56% (odds 1.67).
Which correct score is the likeliest?
We rate 1–1 as most likely (11.5%), then 1–0 (10.0%) and 2–1 (9.5%).
What are your predictions based on?
We start from the prices of several bookmakers, remove their margin and average them to get probabilities; a Poisson distribution then gives us the expected goals and the most probable scores. Form, head to head and absences appear on the page as extra context. We publish predictions purely as information, and none of them promises a winning outcome.
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