Match analysis
EnglandLeague Two
Tipster previews, form, Elo ratings and the best odds for this League Two fixture.
Charlie Whitaker⚽Patrick Brough🟨
Tyrell Warren🔄Darragh Burns⚽Connor Jennings🟨Connor Jennings🔄Joe Ironside🔄Billy Blacker🔄Nohan Kenneh🟨Jamie Walker🔄Danny Rose🔄Charlie Whitaker🔄Kristian Dennis⚽Kristian Dennis🟨Grimsby were beaten 2-1 at home by Tranmere on Thursday 27 November 2025 (League Two). At the break it was 1-0 to Tranmere. They never let the lead slip. Grimsby had 61% of the ball, and the shot count went 13-6 to Grimsby.
The goal for Grimsby came from Darragh Burns (67'). Charlie Whitaker (19') and Kristian Dennis (90+6') got on the scoresheet for Tranmere.
All six of our tips landed, with both teams to score and Tranmere to win coming in.
Grimsby and Tranmere have met 14 times since September 2015: Grimsby have won three, Tranmere have taken six and five were drawn. Our Grimsby vs Tranmere prediction page has every tip on this pairing.
3W 2D 5L1.10 pts/game
Bold green marks the stronger number on each row. Both-teams-scored is shown without a side.
| GrimsbyHome | Rating | TranmereAway |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | ||
| 1,492 | Overall | 1,468 |
| 1,469 | Match venue | 1,411 |
| 1,469 | At home | 1,509 |
| 1,502 | Away | 1,411 |
| Attack & defence | ||
| 1,494 | Attack | 1,492 |
| 1,486 | Defence | 1,477 |
| 1,438 | Home attack | 1,462 |
| 1,508 | Away attack | 1,457 |
| 1,516 | Home defence | 1,547 |
| 1,476 | Away defence | 1,441 |
| Match profile | ||
| 1,500 | Goal environment | 1,370 |
| 1,448 | Home goals | 1,420 |
| 1,552 | Away goals | 1,450 |
| 1,526 | Possession | 1,499 |
| Specialist ratings | ||
| 1,525 | Set-piece attack | 1,443 |
| 1,524 | Set-piece defence | 1,445 |
| 1,516 | Close games | 1,491 |
| 1,488 | Winning margin | 1,477 |
Match venue compares Grimsby at home with Tranmere away. Green marks the higher rating; a new team starts at 1500.
Match profile rows describe the game, not team strength: a higher goal environment means higher-scoring matches.
Grimsby1:1Tranmere1:1
Mr SimpleWonThe pickBTTS Yes
Right then, let's have a proper look at this League Two clash between Grimsby and Tranmere. On paper, you'd think Grimsby have the edge sitting 9th in the table with 26 points, while Tranmere are languishing down in 16th with just 20. But football's not played on paper, is it?…
Mr CertaintyWonThe pickBTTS Yes
This League Two encounter presents an interesting dynamic between a home side struggling for consistency and visitors showing improved form. Grimsby currently sit 9th in the table with 26 points, but their recent form tells a concerning story - just 3 wins from their last 10…
Value VinnyWonThe pickBTTS Yes
Let's cut through the noise and hunt for value in this League Two encounter. The bookmakers have Grimsby as favorites at 1.70 based on league position, but the numbers tell a different story when you dig deeper. Grimsby sit 9th with 26 points, but their recent form is concerning…
PajimonWonThe pickBTTS Yes
Right then, let's get down to business with this League Two clash! Grimsby might be sitting pretty in 9th place, but their recent form has been about as reliable as a braai in a hurricane. They're leaking goals like crazy - 2.2 per game over their last 10 matches, and at home…
Umery UnderdogWonThe pickTranmere win
Oh, what a delightful little matchup we have here! While the bookmakers have Grimsby as the clear favorites, my underdog radar is pinging with excitement for Tranmere. Let me tell you why these visitors might just steal the show! Looking at the recent form, Tranmere has been…
The Big "O"WonThe pickBTTS Yes
Get ready for some serious goal action, folks! The Big O is getting excited about this League Two showdown, and for good reason - both these sides absolutely love letting the goals flow! Grimsby have been anything but boring at home lately, conceding a whopping 2.14 goals per…
