Match Report
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Match Report
It's a warm sunny day here at Molineux where Wolverhampton Wanderers play host to Tranmere Rovers. Its a sell-out today with the 3,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
Wolverhampton Wanderers are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Tranmere Rovers appear to be shaped for 4-4-2.
Today's match is refereed by Matthew Benjamin.
The pitch is in good condition.
Wolverhampton Wanderers are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Tranmere Rovers appear to be shaped for 4-4-2.
Today's match is refereed by Matthew Benjamin.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and Tranmere Rovers kick off!
2.55
0-1Arthur Kerr brings the ball forward. Arthur Kerr knocks in a cross ball towards Lomano Bramble. Lomano Bramble connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
12.32
0-1Kevin Byrne makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Lomano Bramble. Lomano Bramble whips in a cross ball towards Paul Whelan. Paul Whelan makes a looping header on goal but it's a woeful effort!
15.53
With a delightful solo run, Jamie Elliott stretches the opposition's defence. Jamie Elliott whips in a cross ball towards Peter Formon. Peter Formon makes a deft header but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
16.29
0-1Jamie Elliott deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Peter Formon. Peter Formon knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
22.21
0-1Arthur Kerr knocks the ball to his team mate, Paul Whelan. Paul Whelan lofts in a cross ball towards Lomano Bramble. Lomano Bramble is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. Solid save from Gary Butt.
24.05
With a delightful solo run, Lomano Oakley stretches the opposition's defence. Lomano Oakley cuts inside the box! Lomano Oakley makes some space for himself and shoots at goal but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
26.38
Stan Adams makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Lomano Oakley. Lomano Oakley runs straight at the opposition's defence. Lomano Oakley knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
32.49
Gary Lampard brings the ball forward. Gary Lampard makes a simple pass to Peter Formon. Peter Formon knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Omer Johnson who gathers it comfortably.
33.46
Ian Davies flicks a high pass forward. Paul Whelan collects the pass. Paul Whelan shoots from outside the area. It's miles wide!
34.04
0-1Richard Mendonca plays the ball forward to Kieron Benali. Kieron Benali chips the ball to his team mate, Peter Formon. Peter Formon makes a pass forward but Robert Ferdinand is yards offside!
36.33
Richard Mendonca flicks a high pass forward. Kieron Benali controls it well on his chest. Kieron Benali makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Robert Ferdinand. Robert Ferdinand whips in a cross ball towards Graeme Proctor. Graeme Proctor finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head but it flies just off target!
38.33
Nico Schacht passes the ball forward to Robert Ferdinand. Robert Ferdinand knocks in a cross ball towards Graeme Proctor. Graeme Proctor connects with a diving header but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Wolverhampton Wanderers appear unchanged since the first half. Tranmere Rovers also appear unchanged since the first half. The Wolverhampton Wanderers players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
Wolverhampton Wanderers kick off and get the second half underway!
47.01
Syd Lineker flicks the ball to his team mate, Kieron Benali. Kieron Benali flicks a high pass forward to Graeme Proctor who brings the ball under control. Graeme Proctor sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. The ball swerves viciously but the keeper is more than a match for it. Great save!
53.30
Leon Rösler threads a neat ball through to Kevin Byrne. Kevin Byrne sees Lomano Bramble in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Lomano Bramble whips in a cross ball towards Paul Whelan. Paul Whelan outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward. The ball takes a deflection leaving Gary Butt with no chance!! Goal for Tranmere Rovers!
57.19
Steven Marr threads the ball through to Graeme Proctor. Graeme Proctor whips in a cross ball towards Peter Formon. Peter Formon whips the ball goalwards with his head. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
69.49
Gary Lampard threads a neat ball through to Jamie Elliott. Jamie Elliott makes a probing pass to Peter Formon. Peter Formon plays a scrappy one-two with Robert Ferdinand and stumbles forward towards the goal... Peter Formon shows great control and tries a shot on goal but it curls horrendously wide!
71.41
1-2Showing composure, Arthur Kerr plays the ball forward to Paul Whelan. Paul Whelan skips past Gary Lampard! Paul Whelan shoots from just inside the box but it is deflected wide by Gary Lampard.
72.56
1-2Lomano Oakley takes the corner kick, swinging the ball out wide. Ian Davies shows great control and tries a shot on goal but it flies just wide!
75.22
Ian Davies sees a break and surges forward. Ian Davies controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it curls horrendously wide!
77.03
Leon Rösler deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Arthur Kerr. Arthur Kerr chips the ball to his team mate, Paul Whelan. Paul Whelan knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Gary Butt who gathers it comfortably.
79.12
Arthur Kerr sees space and advances. Arthur Kerr knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Gary Butt who gathers it comfortably.
81.36
Kieron Benali flicks a high pass forward. Robert Ferdinand collects the pass. Robert Ferdinand whips in a cross ball towards Graeme Proctor. Graeme Proctor directs the ball goalwards with his head. The ball skims just under the bar, beyond the keeper's outstretched hand. Goal!!
84.13
Steven Marr makes a beautiful solo run. Steven Marr shoots from 20 yards his aim is horrendously poor!
90.00
The referee whistles full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
2
2
Shots on Target
3
4
Shots off Target
5
5
Offsides
1
0
Fouls
0
0
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
48%
52%
Play Area
29.3%
45.3%
25.3%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Lomano Bramble of Tranmere Rovers |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Gary Butt (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Syd Lineker (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Richard Mendonca (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Gary Lampard (DEF) | 7 | |
| 5. | Kieron Benali (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Jamie Elliott (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Nico Schacht (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Steven Marr (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Graeme Proctor (ATT) |  | 8 |
| 10. | Robert Ferdinand (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Peter Formon (ATT) | | 8 |
| 12. | Simone Conticchio (DEF) | 0 | |
| 13. | Trevor McManaman (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | Steven Barmby (GK) | 0 | |
| 1. | Omer Johnson (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Des Upson (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Nigel Palmer (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Leon Rösler (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Stan Adams (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Ian Davies (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Lomano Oakley (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Arthur Kerr (MID) | 8 | |
| 9. | Kevin Byrne (MID) | 6 | |
| 10. | Lomano Bramble (ATT) | | 9 |
| 11. | Paul Whelan (ATT) | | 8 |
| 12. | Callum Morton (ATT) | 0 | |
| 13. | Luke Bailey (GK) | 0 | |
| 14. | Mark Unsworth (MID) | 0 | |