Shrewsbury Town's first away trip of the 2026/27 season will be to Tranmere Rovers. The fixture list has been released, and Shrewsbury fans are eager to see how the new season unfolds.
What happened last season?
Shrewsbury's first trip to Prenton Park in 2025 ended in a bruising 4-0 defeat.
Why it matters for Shrewsbury
This season's meeting could be very different, with both teams having changed managers since that miserable afternoon on Merseyside. Gavin Cowan has revamped the Shrewsbury squad, and they are now more organised and resilient.
What comes next?
The season is long and demanding, with every destination having to be ticked off. Shrewsbury's recent form has been inconsistent, with a record of 13W-10D-23L from 46 games, and a goal difference of -27. Their last result was a 1-0 defeat to Gillingham on 2026-05-02. | Stat | Value | | League standing | 19th in League Two | | Goals this season | 42 scored, 69 conceded | | Title race | 38 points behind leaders Bromley | | Recent form | 0W-3D-2L |
Shrewsbury will be looking to improve on their recent form and make a strong start to the new season. With the fixtures released, fans can start planning their journeys and circling key dates. The countdown to the new season is officially on, and Shrewsbury is ready to face the challenge ahead.
