Tranmere 2-1 Newport - Result & Match Stats (League Two)

Tranmere vs Newport - result

Tranmere 2-1 Newport in League Two at Prenton Park, Birkenhead on 9 December 2023. In their last 6 meetings, Tranmere have won 3, Newport 1, with 2 draws.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the score in Tranmere vs Newport?

Tranmere 2-1 Newport in League Two on Saturday 9 December 2023 at Prenton Park.

Where was Tranmere vs Newport played?

Tranmere vs Newport was played at Prenton Park in Birkenhead, the home ground of Tranmere.

What is Tranmere's recent form?

Tranmere's last five results read L W D W D (oldest to newest): 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss.

What is Newport's recent form?

Newport's last five results read D L W W D (oldest to newest): 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss.

What is the head-to-head record between Tranmere and Newport?

Across the last 6 meetings Tranmere have won 3, Newport have won 1 and 2 were drawn. The most recent was Newport County 2-2 Tranmere Rovers on 29 August 2026 in the League Two.

Who is the standout player for Tranmere?

Nathan Smith leads Tranmere with 3 yellow cards across their last 10 games.

Who is the standout player for Newport?

Shaquille Gwengwe leads Newport with 4 goals across their last 10 games.

Who is the referee for Tranmere vs Newport?

Seb Stockbridge refereed Tranmere vs Newport.

Tranmere vs Newport - previous meetings

Date	Competition	Match	Score
29 Aug 2026	League Two	Newport County vs Tranmere Rovers	2-2
3 Mar 2026	League Two	Newport County vs Tranmere Rovers	3-1
13 Sep 2025	League Two	Tranmere Rovers vs Newport County	1-1
3 May 2025	League Two	Newport County vs Tranmere Rovers	1-4
9 Nov 2024	League Two	Tranmere Rovers vs Newport County	2-1
13 Apr 2024	League Two	Newport County vs Tranmere Rovers	1-2

Tranmere 2-1 Newport: match stats

Stat	Tranmere	Newport
Possession	59%	41%
Shots	14	10
Shots on target	3	3
Corners	8	2
Fouls	12	12
Yellow cards	3	3
Tackles	15	26
Passes	447	313

Tranmere vs Newport goals and red cards

Tranmere: K. Morris 57', C. Jennings 88'. Newport: W. Evans 22'.

Tranmere season stats 2026/2027: per-game averages and league rank

Stat	Per game	Rank
Goals for	1.5	10 of 24
Goals against	1	8 of 24
Shots	10.6	19 of 24
Shots on target	3.6	15 of 24
Fouls	11.3	13 of 24
Tackles	16.3	8 of 24
Passes	346.9	13 of 24
Corners	3.3	24 of 24

Tranmere player leaders 2026/2027

Goals: Tom Ince (2), Jordan Davies (2), Charlie Whitaker (2).
Assists: Tom Ince (1), Jordan Turnbull (1), Joe Ironside (1).
Shots: Tom Ince (19), Jordan Davies (15), Zane Okoro (11).
Fouls: Joe Ironside (14), Charlie Whitaker (10), Nathan Smith (8).

Newport season stats 2026/2027: per-game averages and league rank

Stat	Per game	Rank
Goals for	1.7	8 of 24
Goals against	1.6	19 of 24
Shots	9.9	22 of 24
Shots on target	3.3	19 of 24
Fouls	11.3	12 of 24
Tackles	19.6	2 of 24
Passes	247.9	24 of 24
Corners	4	19 of 24

Newport player leaders 2026/2027

Goals: Shaquille Gwengwe (4), Harrison Biggins (2), Kyle Cameron (1).
Assists: Harrison Biggins (2), Shaquille Gwengwe (1).
Shots: Harrison Biggins (14), Lee Jenkins (8), Shaquille Gwengwe (8).
Fouls: Cameron Norman (15), Lee Jenkins (11), Kyle Cameron (10).