Carlisle United FC vs Doncaster Rovers FC, FA Cup 2020-21 ROUND 2
Overview
Match Preview
Carlisle United FC vs Doncaster Rovers FC — FA Cup at Brunton Park.
- Carlisle United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2025/26)
- Doncaster Rovers FC 0 games · 0 pts (2025/26)
Match Details
- Referee Paul Newhouse
- Referee Scott Oldham
- Referee David McNamara
- Referee Chris Isherwood
Head-to-Head
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Nov | Doncaster Rovers FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 08 Nov | Hayes & Yeading United FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 01 Dec | Lincoln City FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 10 Nov | Crewe Alexandra FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Nov | Carlisle United FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 24 Nov | Blackpool FC | H | 3–2 | W |
| 21 Nov | Sunderland AFC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 07 Nov | FC United of Manchester | A | 5–1 | W |
| 03 Nov | AFC Wimbledon | A | 2–2 | D |
| 31 Oct | Lincoln City FC | H | 1–0 | W |
Key Stats
100%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (1 games)
H2H (1 games)
100%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
0%
Clean Sheets
Carlisle United FC this season
Carlisle United FC this season
0%
Clean Sheets
Doncaster Rovers FC this season
Doncaster Rovers FC this season
Top Scorers (This Season)
Carlisle United FC
| Regan Linney | 3 G |
Doncaster Rovers FC
| Owen Bailey | 2 G | 1 A |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The referee blows the starting whistle. The fans are roaring. The teams are ready for the match. Carlisle United FC is hosting Doncaster Rovers FC for another epic battle.
- 5' It looks like no one’s ball. Doncaster Rovers FC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 10' The 26-year-old George Tanner has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 15' Daniel Amos is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Doncaster Rovers FC tonight.
- 20' The home supporters are growing impatient. Carlisle United FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 25' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Joshua Kayode made 18 appearances and scored 0 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 30' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 32' GOAL! Ben Whiteman fires home to make it 0-1!
- 37' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Carlisle United FC and Doncaster Rovers FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 40' Goal! Ben Whiteman scores his 32 goal in 242 matches.
- 43' Joshua Kayode is having his name booked by the referee on 43.
- 48' A quiet spell here at Brunton Park. Carlisle United FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 52' The crowd applauds Daniel Amos as he leaves the pitch. Jason Lokilo steps in for Doncaster Rovers FC.
- 57' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 62' England international Taylor Richards has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 63' Another change for Doncaster Rovers FC made on 63 minute. Taylor Richards leaves to be changed by Madger Gomes.
- 68' The travelling Doncaster Rovers FC supporters hardly appreciate their team being pressed down to the backline.
- 70' A change in the Carlisle United FC ranks — Gime Toure exits the field as Lewis Alessandra enters on 70.
- 75' The crowd applauds Josh Sims as he leaves the pitch. Tyreece John-Jules steps in for Doncaster Rovers FC.
- 78' Brilliant from the midfielder! Jon Mellish makes it 1-2 with a superb finish on 78.
- 83' Reece James has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 88' Doncaster Rovers FC is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 90' The whistle greets Josh Dixon as he departs to be replaced by Gavin Reilly.
- The points are shared — Carlisle United FC 1-2 Doncaster Rovers FC. Honours even.
Lineups
Carlisle United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 12
- 6
-
7
Joe Riley ↓ Josh Dixon 70'
- 8
- 32
- 3
- 14
- 11
- 21
-
20
Gime Toure ↓ Lewis Alessandra 70'
- 2
Bench
-
9
Lewis Alessandra ↑ 70'
- 4
- 10
- 5
- 27
- 19
-
18
Josh Dixon ↑ 70'
Coach
Chris Beech
Doncaster Rovers FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
20
Josh Sims ↓ Tyreece John-Jules 75'
- 3
- 15
- 5
-
16
Daniel Amos ↓ Jason Lokilo 52'
- 4
- 8
- 9
- 2
- 14
-
17
Taylor Richards ↓ Madger Gomes 63'
Bench
- 13
- 21
- 26
-
6
Madger Gomes ↑ 63'
-
10
Jason Lokilo ↑ 52'
-
19
Tyreece John-Jules ↑ 75'
- 29
Coach
Darren Moore
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Ben Whiteman | 2 |
| Jon Mellish | 1 |
Carlisle United FC Form
Doncaster Rovers FC Form
2020-11-29
Carlisle United FC
1–2
Doncaster Rovers FC
W
2020-11-24
Doncaster Rovers FC
3–2
Blackpool FC
W
2020-11-21
Doncaster Rovers FC
1–1
Sunderland AFC
D
2020-11-07
FC United of Manchester
1–5
Doncaster Rovers FC
W
2020-11-03
AFC Wimbledon
2–2
Doncaster Rovers FC
D
2020-10-31
Doncaster Rovers FC
1–0
Lincoln City FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.21
Carlisle United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.71
Doncaster Rovers FC xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 58%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Doncaster Rovers FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.92
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 93% |
|
7% |
| ± 1.5 | 79% |
|
21% |
| ± 2.5 | 55% |
|
45% |
| ± 3.5 | 33% |
|
67% |
| ± 4.5 | 18% |
|
82% |
Double Chance
Carlisle United FC or Draw
55%
Draw or Doncaster Rovers FC
72%
Carlisle United FC or Doncaster Rovers FC
73%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Doncaster Rovers FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.1%
1 – 2
Actual
0 – 1
8.4%
0 – 2
7.8%
0 – 0
7.2%
2 – 1
6.5%
1 – 0
5.7%
2 – 2
5.6%
1 – 3
5.2%
0 – 3
4.3%
2 – 0
3.9%
2 – 3
3.2%
Asian Handicap — Carlisle United FC
| Handicap | Carlisle United FC covers | Push | Doncaster Rovers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 4% | — | 96% |
| -2 | 4% | 7% | 89% |
| -1.5 | 11% | — | 89% |
| -1 | 11% | 15% | 74% |
| -0.5 | 26% | — | 74% |
| +0.5 | 52% | — | 48% |
| +1 | 52% | 22% | 26% |
| +1.5 | 74% | — | 26% |
| +2 | 74% | 15% | 11% |
| +2.5 | 89% | — | 11% |
Clean Sheet
Carlisle United FC keeps clean sheet
19%
✓
Doncaster Rovers FC keeps clean sheet
31%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.