Newport Co vs Tranmere Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 0
11
S. Gwengwe
scored for Newport Co
15
J. Slater
was cautioned
43
C. Doidge
was cautioned
2nd Half2 - 2
71
Z. Okoro
scored for Tranmere
73
T. Ince
was cautioned
75
D. Jones
scored for Tranmere
84
M. Dibley-Dias
was cautioned
90
S. Gwengwe
scored for Newport Co
Newport welcome Tranmere Rovers to Rodney Parade on 29 August 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing England League Two schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.
Newport tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.
Tranmere Rovers tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.
Recent Form
Newport
DLW
Tranmere Rovers
DDW
Newport show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.
While the numbers are comparable, Tranmere Rovers are struggling badly and finding it hard to turn things around. This could start to affect confidence within the squad.
Recent Form Home/Away
Newport (Home)
DW
Tranmere Rovers (Away)
DD
There is little difference in Newport's performance across venues.
Tranmere Rovers show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Newport
--+
Tranmere Rovers
--+
Newport have experienced ups and downs in recent defensive performances. Concentration at the back will be key.
Likewise, Tranmere Rovers's defensive record has been inconsistent, with clean sheets hard to come by. There is room for improvement in their defensive setup.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Newport (Home)
-+
Tranmere Rovers (Away)
--
Newport show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
Tranmere Rovers's defence is dramatically stronger at home compared to away matches.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Newport
+++
Tranmere Rovers
+--
Newport are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
In contrast, Tranmere Rovers show no clear trend in the goal count of their recent fixtures. Game tempo has varied from match to match.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Newport (Home)
++
Tranmere Rovers (Away)
+-
Newport's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Only small differences appear in Tranmere Rovers's match tempo home versus away.
Scoring Consistency
Newport
+++
Tranmere Rovers
+++
Newport show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Likewise, Tranmere Rovers have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Newport (Home)
++
Tranmere Rovers (Away)
++
Newport's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
There is little difference in Tranmere Rovers's scoring output across venues.
Match Information
Referee: Emily Heaslip
Venue: Rodney Parade
Newport Co vs Tranmere Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.03
xG
0.95
40
Ball Posession (%)
60
1
Big Chances
2
2
Cautions
2
11
Shots
15
4
Shots on Goal
5
3
Shots Blocked
4
7
Shots inside Box
9
4
Shots outside Box
6
0
Hit Woodwork
1
14
Fouls
11
4
Corner Kicks
6
2
Saves
2
11
Free Kicks
14
2
Offsides
2
228
Passes Total
345
116
Passes Completed
222
102
Passes in the final 3rd Total
115
41
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
58
16
Touches in the Opposition Box
21
11
Tackles Total
11
6
Tackles Completed
7
40
Clearances
33
17
Crosses Total
19
3
Crosses Completed
2
7
Interceptions
4
Newport Co vs Tranmere Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Starting Lineup
1
J. Wright
1
L. McGee
17
A. Merritt
3
J. Slater
4
K. Cameron
5
N. Smith
5
L. Jenkins
16
B. Faulkner
22
C. Norman
2
J. Senior
6
C. Brennan
11
T. Conlon
2
C. Evans
6
W. Vaulks
9
S. Gwengwe
7
C. Whitaker
10
H. Biggins
10
T. Ince
20
Y. Bamba
17
Z. Okoro
27
C. Doidge
9
J. Ironside
Newport Co vs Tranmere H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results