Tranmere Rovers vs Bristol Rovers predictions, Apr 18, 2026

English League Two, on Saturday,

Tranmere

Bristol Rovers

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As Tranmere Rovers prepare to host Bristol Rovers on April 18, 2026, the match promises to be a significant encounter in the English League Two. Tranmere’s recent form has been concerning, with the team failing to secure a win in their last five matches. Their struggles in front of goal and defensive lapses have left them looking for answers as they seek to turn their fortunes around at home.

In stark contrast, Bristol Rovers enter this fixture on an impressive winning streak, having registered victories in all of their last five outings. Their cohesive attacking play and solid defense have made them a formidable opponent. The Rovers’ ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities could prove crucial against a Tranmere side under pressure.

Bookmakers have installed Tranmere at odds of 2.65 for a home win, while Bristol’s away victory is slightly favored at 2.49. The predicted probabilities suggest a close contest, with 34.2% likelihood of a home win, 27.9% for a draw, and a 37.5% chance for an away win. Given the contrasting recent forms, this match could hinge on whether Tranmere can leverage their home advantage effectively or if Bristol Rovers will continue their dominant run. As always, in football, outcomes can be unpredictable.

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Tranmere
34.3%
Draw
28.4%
Bristol Rovers
37.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.75 3.38 2.49
MarathonBet 2.71 3.26 2.48 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.7 3.1 2.5
Pinnacle 2.73 3.23 2.49

Latest Results

11.04.26 Chesterfield – Tranmere Rovers – 1:1
06.04.26 Tranmere Rovers – Colchester United – 0:1
03.04.26 Shrewsbury Town – Tranmere Rovers – 1:0
21.03.26 Tranmere Rovers – Swindon Town – 0:1
17.03.26 Tranmere Rovers – Harrogate Town – 0:3
11.04.26 Bristol Rovers – Crawley Town – 3:1
06.04.26 Harrogate Town – Bristol Rovers – 2:3
03.04.26 Bristol Rovers – Fleetwood Town – 1:0
28.03.26 Bristol Rovers – Accrington Stanley – 2:0
21.03.26 Gillingham FC – Bristol Rovers – 1:2

Facts

  • An outsider and a mid-table team will play in this game (ranked 20 and 15).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Tranmere won 1.
  • Tranmere has suffered several defeats recently (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • Bristol Rovers is on a winning streak and currently in very good shape (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Tranmere won 2 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 8:6. (average 1.3:1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Tranmere won 1 match, drew 2 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 2:1. (average 0.7:0.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    18.10.25 Bristol Rovers – Tranmere Rovers – 1:4
    09.04.22 Tranmere Rovers – Bristol Rovers – 1:1
    20.11.21 Bristol Rovers – Tranmere Rovers – 2:2
    11.02.20 Tranmere Rovers – Bristol Rovers – 0:0
    20.08.19 Bristol Rovers – Tranmere Rovers – 2:0

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Bromley 43 23 14 6 68:43 25 83
    2 MK Dons 43 22 13 8 79:43 36 79
    3 Cambridge Utd 42 21 14 7 62:31 31 77
    4 Notts Co 43 23 7 13 71:49 22 76
    5 Swindon 43 22 8 13 67:51 16 74
    6 Salford 43 23 5 15 57:50 7 74
    7 Chesterfield 42 18 15 9 64:53 11 69
    8 Grimsby 41 19 11 11 62:45 17 68
    9 Barnet 43 18 13 12 60:49 11 67
    10 Crewe 43 19 9 15 63:53 10 66
    11 Oldham 42 17 14 11 52:36 16 65
    12 Walsall 43 17 11 15 52:50 2 62
    13 Colchester 42 16 12 14 56:45 11 60
    14 Fleetwood 43 15 13 15 53:54 -1 58
    15 Bristol Rovers 43 17 4 22 49:63 -14 55
    16 Accrington 42 14 9 19 41:48 -7 51
    17 Gillingham 42 12 14 16 48:60 -12 50
    18 Shrewsbury 43 13 8 22 40:66 -26 47
    19 Cheltenham 41 12 10 19 48:67 -19 46
    20 Tranmere 42 9 10 23 49:72 -23 37
    21 Crawley 43 8 13 22 41:65 -24 37
    22 Newport 43 10 7 26 43:73 -30 37
    23 Barrow 42 8 9 25 40:68 -28 33
    24 Harrogate 43 8 9 26 35:66 -31 33

    English League Two Outrights

    1. Bromley: 1.59 (58.19%)

    2. Cambridge Utd: 4.43 (20.96%)

    3. Milton Keynes Dons: 4.68 (19.82%)

    4. Notts County: 110.2 (0.84%)

    5. Swindon: 980.2 (0.09%)

    6. Salford: 980.2 (0.09%)

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