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On 31 October 2026 · 15:00 at Prenton Park (Wirral), Tranmere take on Cheltenham, with R. Martin in charge. We make Tranmere (48%) the favourites. Our tip, the probabilities of each outcome, absences and our analysis follow below.
Tranmere vs Cheltenham: our analysis
Why we chose this tip
- Table. Tranmere lie 11th, having collected 19 points after 14 matches (4W 7D 3L); Cheltenham lie 5th, having collected 21 points (6W 3D 5L).
- Attack and defence. Per game in this competition, Tranmere average 1.2 goals for and 1.2 against, compared with 1.7 for and 1.7 against for Cheltenham.
- Form in the competition. Tranmere: 3W 7D 3L, goals 16–16; Cheltenham: 6W 3D 4L, goals 22–22.
- Head to head. In 14 previous meetings, Tranmere have taken 7 wins to Cheltenham's 7 wins, plus 0 draws; the goal tally stands at 18–20.
What to expect
In our view Tranmere hold the advantage. We project a 2–1 scoreline, around 3 goals altogether, and the single likeliest outcome is 1–1 (11.5%). This one should be open, with chances at both ends.
On goals we go for Both teams to score (odds 1.67), which we give a 56% chance. In our view both teams score with a probability of 56%, and over 2.5 goals with a probability of 53%.
The prediction at a glance
- Meetings: 14; Tranmere 7 wins, 0 draws, Cheltenham 7 wins.
- Head to head meetings have produced 2.7 goals a game on average.
- Scored and conceded in this competition: Tranmere 16–16, Cheltenham 22–22.
- Our projection is around 3 goals, with over 2.5 goals at 53%.
- Unavailable: Tranmere 0, Cheltenham 0.
Alternative tip: Over 2.5 goals
Another angle: Over 2.5 goals (probability 53%, top price 1.80). A projection of around 3 goals supports it.
Absences
Unavailable for Tranmere: no absences. Cheltenham will be without: no absences. Team news can change, so take another look before the game.
Tranmere vs Cheltenham: bookmaker odds side by side
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top price available | 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 gathered from several bookmakers and refreshed 31/10/26, 13:41. Use them as a guide: what a particular operator offers can be different. Margin on average: 7.5%.
The key facts
- 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?
We work out this estimate from the odds of several bookmakers once their margin has been removed. No outcome is ever certain.
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Tranmere vs Cheltenham: injuries and missing players
Tranmere
- No reported absences
Cheltenham
- No reported absences
Team news can still change before the game.
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
Which tip do we give for Tranmere vs Cheltenham?
Draw or Cheltenham (X2) (1.92); Both teams to score (1.67).
Who will win Tranmere vs Cheltenham?
Our estimate gives Tranmere a 48% chance of winning, the draw 26% and Cheltenham 26%.
What is the date, time and venue of the game?
Kick-off is on 31 October 2026 at 15:00, venue Prenton Park, Wirral. Referee: R. Martin.
Who will be missing?
Tranmere: no absences. Cheltenham: no absences. Team news can still change before kick-off.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in this game?
We put over 2.5 goals at 53% (odds 1.80) and under 2.5 goals at 47% (odds 2.05).
Will both teams score?
We put the chance of both teams finding the net at 56% (odds 1.67).
What correct score do we see as likeliest?
Top of our list is 1–1 (11.5%), then 1–0 (10.0%) and 2–1 (9.5%).
How do you put your predictions together?
Our starting point is the odds of several bookmakers: we take out the margin, average what is left and turn it into probabilities, then a Poisson model gives the expected goals and the likeliest scorelines. Form, head to head and absences are shown on the page as background. The predictions are meant as information and offer no guarantee of winning.
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