Doncaster Rovers FC vs Blackpool FC, League One 2020-21 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Doncaster Rovers FC vs Blackpool FC — League One at Keepmoat Stadium.
- Doncaster Rovers FC 46 games · 60 pts (2026/27)
- Blackpool FC 46 games · 60 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Thomas Bramall
- Referee Graeme Fyvie
- Referee Ross Joyce
- Referee
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln City FC | 46 | 103 |
| 2 | Cardiff City FC | 46 | 91 |
| 3 | Stockport County FC | 46 | 77 |
| 4 | Bradford City AFC | 46 | 77 |
| 5 | Bolton Wanderers FC | 46 | 75 |
| 6 | Stevenage FC | 46 | 75 |
| 7 | Luton Town FC | 46 | 74 |
| 8 | Plymouth Argyle FC | 46 | 73 |
| 9 | Huddersfield Town AFC | 46 | 67 |
| 10 | Mansfield Town FC | 46 | 65 |
| 11 | Wycombe Wanderers FC | 46 | 63 |
| 12 | Reading FC | 46 | 63 |
| 13 | Blackpool FC | 46 | 60 |
| 14 | Doncaster Rovers FC | 46 | 60 |
| 15 | Barnsley FC | 46 | 59 |
| 16 | Wigan Athletic FC | 46 | 56 |
| 17 | Burton Albion FC | 46 | 54 |
| 18 | Peterborough United FC | 46 | 53 |
| 19 | AFC Wimbledon | 46 | 53 |
| 20 | Leyton Orient FC | 46 | 52 |
| 21 | Exeter City FC | 46 | 49 |
| 22 | Port Vale FC | 46 | 42 |
| 23 | Rotherham United FC | 46 | 41 |
| 24 | Northampton Town FC | 46 | 35 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 27 Oct | Plymouth Argyle FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Nov | Doncaster Rovers FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 21 Nov | Peterborough United FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 08 Nov | Eastbourne Borough FC | A | 3–0 | W |
| 03 Nov | Wigan Athletic FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 31 Oct | Burton Albion FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 27 Oct | AFC Wimbledon | A | 0–1 | L |
Season Stats
| Doncaster Rovers FC | Blackpool FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #14 | Position | #13 |
| 60 | Points | 60 |
| 46 | Played | 46 |
| 17 / 9 / 20 | W / D / L | 17 / 9 / 20 |
| 50 | Scored | 54 |
| 69 | Conceded | 65 |
| -19 | GD | -11 |
| 1.30 | PPG | 1.30 |
| 37% | Win % | 37% |
Key Stats
43%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (7 games)
H2H (7 games)
29%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Doncaster Rovers FC are 14th (60 pts). Blackpool FC are 13th (60 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' The match kicks off with home fans waiting with anticipation for Doncaster Rovers FC to score. At the same time, Blackpool FC does not seem to pull back! Let’s get it on!
- 5' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 10' GOAL! Jerry Yates scores on 10.
- 15' It’s high time made some changes to put the his team’s game back to action.
- 20' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 25' has dominated the recent head-to-head record, winning 0 of the last 0 meetings.
- 30' Blackpool FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 35' Doncaster Rovers FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Blackpool FC's shape.
- 38' What a moment for CJ Hamilton! That strike on 38 puts his side firmly in control.
- 43' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 46' James Coppinger makes way for Taylor Richards at the 46 minute mark. A tactical switch from Doncaster Rovers FC.
- 48' What a strike from Cameron John! The score is 1-2.
- 52' Magnificent from Reece James! That is 12 goals in 363 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 57' Doncaster Rovers FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Blackpool FC backline.
- 59' Doncaster Rovers FC player sees a Yellow card in front of him.
- 64' Gary Madine has been relatively quiet despite scoring 31 goals in his last 372 appearances.
- 66' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Brad Halliday.
- 68' The referee has no hesitation. Daniel Leo Gretarsson is booked for Blackpool FC — Yellow card on 68.
- 73' Blackpool FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 76' Clinical. Composed. Brilliant. Ben Whiteman makes it 3-2.
- 81' The whistle greets Sullay Kaikai as he departs to be replaced by Keshi Anderson.
- 85' It is a substitution in Blackpool FC team. Ethan Robson is replaced by Grant Ward on 85 minute.
- 90' England international James Husband has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- The points are shared — Doncaster Rovers FC 3-2 Blackpool FC. Honours even.
Lineups
Doncaster Rovers FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 20
- 3
- 15
- 5
- 4
- 26
- 8
- 9
- 2
- 14
- 24
Bench
- 13
- 21
- 16
- 10
-
17
Taylor Richards ↑ 46'
- 18
- 31
Coach
Darren Moore
Blackpool FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 21
-
10
Sullay Kaikai ↓ Keshi Anderson 81'
-
6
Ethan Robson ↓ Grant Ward 85'
- 12
- 14
- 1
-
20
Oliver Turton ↓ Jordan Gabriel 81'
- 3
-
9
Jerry Yates ↓ Ben Woodburn 81'
- 22
- 23
Bench
-
18
Grant Ward ↑ 85'
-
31
Ben Woodburn ↑ 81'
- 13
-
8
Keshi Anderson ↑ 81'
-
15
Demetri Mitchell ↑ 81'
- 26
-
2
Jordan Gabriel ↑ 81'
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Ellis Simms | 3 |
| Reece James | 1 |
| Ben Whiteman | 1 |
| Cameron John | 1 |
| Jerry Yates | 1 |
| CJ Hamilton | 1 |
| John Marquis | 1 |
| Herbie Kane | 1 |
Head to Head
Doncaster Rovers FC Form
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
2020-10-27
Plymouth Argyle FC
2–1
Doncaster Rovers FC
L
Blackpool FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.48
Doncaster Rovers FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.34
Blackpool FC xG
I would bet for:
Doncaster Rovers FC or Blackpool FC 73% + Both teams to score 57%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Doncaster Rovers FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.82
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 92% |
|
8% |
| ± 1.5 | 77% |
|
23% |
| ± 2.5 | 53% |
|
47% |
| ± 3.5 | 31% |
|
69% |
| ± 4.5 | 16% |
|
84% |
Double Chance
Doncaster Rovers FC or Draw
69%
Draw or Blackpool FC
57%
Doncaster Rovers FC or Blackpool FC
73%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Blackpool FC win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 3–2 not predicted3 – 2Actual
1 – 1
12.7%
2 – 1
8.4%
1 – 0
7.9%
0 – 0
7.8%
1 – 2
7.6%
0 – 1
7%
2 – 0
6.4%
2 – 2
5.7%
0 – 2
5.3%
3 – 1
4.2%
1 – 3
3.4%
3 – 0
3.1%
Asian Handicap — Doncaster Rovers FC
| Handicap | Doncaster Rovers FC covers | Push | Blackpool FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 8% | — | 92% |
| -2 | 8% | 12% | 81% |
| -1.5 | 19% | — | 81% |
| -1 | 19% | 20% | 61% |
| -0.5 | 39% | — | 61% |
| +0.5 | 67% | — | 33% |
| +1 | 67% | 18% | 15% |
| +1.5 | 85% | — | 15% |
| +2 | 85% | 10% | 5% |
| +2.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
Clean Sheet
Doncaster Rovers FC keeps clean sheet
27%
✓
Blackpool FC keeps clean sheet
24%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.