Harrogate Town's desperate quest for League Two survival continues on Thursday, when they welcome Tranmere Rovers to Exercise Stadium. Locked last in 24th place, Harrogate's points total of 17 is 12 fewer than the visitors, who come into the clash in 17th place having lost 3-1 against Barrow on Monday.

Match preview

The hosts occupy one of two relegation spots, but they are only one point from 21st-placed Bristol Rovers, and just two points separate them from 20th-placed Crawley Town. Harrogate's 1-0 defeat against Accrington Stanley on Monday was concerning given they went into the second half trailing, but their first attempt after the interval came in the 90th minute.

Current Form

As of 25 Jun 2026, Harrogate Town stands at 23rd in League Two, with 39 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LWWLL. Their goal tally this season is 39 scored and 68 conceded, resulting in a -29 goal difference.

Team News

Harrogate will have to make a change at left wing-back considering Jacob Slater was sent off last time out, and his void may be filled by Josh Falkingham. Jack Morris and Bryn Evans are possible inclusions in midfield, as are Warren Burrell, Anthony O'Connor and Kyle Jameson in the backline.

Prediction

Given the hosts have often suffered defeats and are winless in their last 13 League Two fixtures, it is difficult to see Harrogate taking any points on Thursday. The visitors, Tranmere Rovers, have scored once in each of their past four contests and have a good record against Harrogate Town, winning four and drawing two of their prior six encounters.