Bet with MINO CASINO →Played: final score 3–1. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Tranmere v Cheltenham is on 31 October 2026 · 15:00 at Prenton Park (Wirral); R. Martin takes charge. We think Tranmere (48%) are favourites. Below are the tip, the probability of each result, the absences and a look at the match.
Tranmere vs Cheltenham: match preview and analysis
How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, Tranmere are 11th with 19 points after 14 matches (4W 7D 3L), whereas Cheltenham are 5th with 21 points (6W 3D 5L).
- Attack and defence. Tranmere have scored 1.2 and conceded 1.2 goals per game on average in this competition; Cheltenham average 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. In their 14 meetings so far, Tranmere have 7 wins, Cheltenham have 7 wins and 0 draws have been recorded; the goals stand at 18–20.
What to expect
Tranmere should have the edge here, in our view. Our projected score is 2–1, about 3 goals combined, and 1–1 (11.5%) is the single most probable outcome. We think this will be an open match with plenty of goals.
Our tip for goals is Both teams to score (odds 1.67), and our probability for it is 56%. We estimate both teams scoring at 56% and over 2.5 goals at 53%.
Prediction: key points
- Meetings: 14; Tranmere 7 wins, 0 draws, Cheltenham 7 wins.
- Meetings between these sides have averaged 2.7 goals.
- Goals scored and conceded in this competition: Tranmere 16–16, Cheltenham 22–22.
- We are expecting about 3 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 53%.
- Absent: Tranmere 0, Cheltenham 0.
Alternative tip: Both sides to score: yes
Alternative pick: Both sides to score: yes (probability 56%, best available odds 1.67). Our projection of about 3 goals is in line with it.
Absences
Tranmere are missing: no absences. Cheltenham are without: no absences. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
Tranmere vs Cheltenham: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 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% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 31/10/26, 13:41. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 7.5%.
Match 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?
We base this estimate on several bookmakers' odds with the margin taken out. It is no guarantee of the outcome.
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Tranmere vs Cheltenham: who is missing
Tranmere
- No reported absences
Cheltenham
- No reported absences
This list may be updated before kick-off.
Tranmere vs Cheltenham: table positions 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 |  Port Vale | 12 | 4-3-5 | 10:14 | 15 |
| 19 |  Rochdale | 14 | 4-3-7 | 17:26 | 15 |
| 20 |  Northampton | 12 | 3-5-4 | 9:9 | 14 |
| 21 |  Oldham | 13 | 3-3-7 | 14:19 | 12 |
| 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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Tranmere vs Cheltenham: questions and answers
What is the best tip for Tranmere vs Cheltenham?
Draw or Cheltenham (X2) (1.92); Both teams to score (1.67).
Who will win Tranmere vs Cheltenham?
Our probabilities: Tranmere to win 48%, a draw 26%, Cheltenham to win 26%.
What time and where is kick-off?
31 October 2026, kick-off at 15:00, at Prenton Park, Wirral. Referee: R. Martin.
Who will be missing?
Tranmere: no absences. Cheltenham: no absences. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 53% (odds 1.80); under 2.5 goals is at 47% (odds 2.05).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 56% probability (odds 1.67).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 1–1 (11.5%); after that come 1–0 (10.0%) and 2–1 (9.5%).
How do you work out your predictions?
Our method begins with odds from several bookmakers: we take away the bookmaker margin and average what remains to get probabilities. A Poisson distribution then turns those into expected goals and the most probable scorelines. For context, the page also shows team form, the head to head and missing players. Treat our predictions as information, not a promise of a win.
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