Doncaster Rovers FC vs Gillingham FC, League One 2020-21 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Doncaster Rovers FC vs Gillingham FC — League One at Keepmoat Stadium.
- Doncaster Rovers FC 7 games · 6 pts (2026/27)
- Gillingham FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Andrew Aylott
- Referee Paul Graham
- Referee Robert Atkin
- Referee Trevor Kettle
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bradford City AFC | 7 | 15 |
| 2 | Sheffield Wednesday FC | 7 | 14 |
| 3 | Stockport County FC | 8 | 13 |
| 4 | Plymouth Argyle FC | 8 | 13 |
| 5 | Cambridge United FC | 8 | 13 |
| 6 | Huddersfield Town AFC | 7 | 12 |
| 7 | Burton Albion FC | 8 | 12 |
| 8 | AFC Wimbledon | 8 | 12 |
| 9 | Reading FC | 7 | 11 |
| 10 | Oxford United FC | 6 | 11 |
| 11 | Leyton Orient FC | 7 | 10 |
| 12 | Wycombe Wanderers FC | 8 | 10 |
| 13 | Stevenage FC | 7 | 9 |
| 14 | Leicester City FC | 7 | 9 |
| 15 | Blackpool FC | 7 | 8 |
| 16 | Luton Town FC | 7 | 8 |
| 17 | Mansfield Town FC | 7 | 8 |
| 18 | Barnsley FC | 7 | 8 |
| 19 | Bromley FC | 7 | 8 |
| 20 | Notts County FC | 7 | 7 |
| 21 | Doncaster Rovers FC | 7 | 6 |
| 22 | Milton Keynes Dons FC | 7 | 6 |
| 23 | Peterborough United FC | 8 | 5 |
| 24 | Wigan Athletic FC | 7 | 4 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Dec | Gillingham FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 05 Dec | Northampton Town FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 02 Dec | Hull City AFC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 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 |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Dec | Doncaster Rovers FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 05 Dec | Swindon Town FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 02 Dec | Bristol Rovers FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 28 Nov | Exeter City FC | H | 2–3 | L |
| 24 Nov | AFC Wimbledon | H | 2–1 | W |
| 21 Nov | Charlton Athletic FC | H | 1–1 | D |
Key Stats
75%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (8 games)
H2H (8 games)
63%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
29%
Clean Sheets
Doncaster Rovers FC this season
Doncaster Rovers FC this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
Doncaster Rovers FC
0-15
1/–
16-30
–/2
31-45
1/1
46-60
2/1
61-75
1/3
76+
3/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Doncaster Rovers FC
| Isaac Hutchinson | 2 G |
| Jack Senior | 2 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The stage is set the green flag drops! Another match against Doncaster Rovers FC and Gillingham FC has kicked off!
- 5' The tempo has dropped considerably in the last few minutes. Darren Moore will be considering his options from the bench.
- 10' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 15' Doncaster Rovers FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 20' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 25' The energy levels are beginning to show. Steve Evans might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 29' A stunning finish from Reece James — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 34' Doncaster Rovers FC currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 39' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Doncaster Rovers FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 44' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering Gillingham FC that had 182 games and scored 239 goals.
- 46' Gillingham FC ring the changes. John Akinde has done his job and it is now time for Jacob Mellis to step up.
- 51' GOAL! Kyle Dempsey scores on 51. Assisted by Vadaine Oliver
- 53' Brad Halliday is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 0 goals this season for the .
- 58' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 63' A quiet spell here at Keepmoat Stadium. Doncaster Rovers FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 66' Another substitution for Gillingham FC to replace Thomas O'Connor by Trae Coyle on 66 minute.
- 71' Doncaster Rovers FC is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 75' Time for substitution for Doncaster Rovers FC. Taylor Richards is replaced by Jon Taylor.
- 80' 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.
- 81' Doncaster Rovers FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Fejiri Okenabirhie is hanging Tyreece John-Jules on the field on 81 minute.
- 82' Josh Eccles gets the nod from Gillingham FC. He replaces Jacob Mellis and will look to change the dynamic.
- 86' Poor challenge from Matthew Smith. The referee spots it immediately and shows the Yellow card.
- 88' The crowd applauds Matthew Smith as he leaves the pitch. James Coppinger steps in for Doncaster Rovers FC.
- The points are shared — Doncaster Rovers FC 2-1 Gillingham FC. Honours even.
Lineups
Doncaster Rovers FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 20
- 3
- 15
- 21
- 4
- 8
- 2
-
14
Matthew Smith ↓ James Coppinger 88'
-
17
Taylor Richards ↓ Jon Taylor 75'
- 19
- 24
Bench
- 13
- 16
-
26
James Coppinger ↑ 88'
-
11
Jon Taylor ↑ 75'
-
9
Fejiri Okenabirhie ↑ 81'
- 10
- 29
Coach
Darren Moore
Gillingham FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 14
- 3
- 5
- 1
- 9
- 8
- 2
-
15
John Akinde ↓ Jacob Mellis 46'
- 16
- 19
-
21
Thomas O'Connor ↓ Trae Coyle 66'
Bench
- 23
- 17
-
18
Jacob Mellis ↑ 46'
-
6
Zechariah Medley ↑ 46'
- 35
- 12
-
11
Trae Coyle ↑ 66'
Coach
Steve Evans
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Cameron John | 2 |
| John Marquis | 2 |
| Mallik Wilks | 2 |
| Vadaine Oliver | 2 |
| Alex Jakubiak | 1 |
| Ben Sheaf | 1 |
| Paul Taylor | 1 |
| Reece James | 1 |
Head to Head
Doncaster Rovers FC Form
2020-12-12
Doncaster Rovers FC
2–1
Gillingham FC
W
2020-12-05
Northampton Town FC
0–2
Doncaster Rovers FC
W
2020-12-02
Hull City AFC
2–1
Doncaster Rovers FC
L
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
Gillingham FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.56
Doncaster Rovers FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.28
Gillingham FC xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 57%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Doncaster Rovers FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.84
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 | 32% |
|
68% |
| ± 4.5 | 16% |
|
84% |
Double Chance
Doncaster Rovers FC or Draw
73%
Draw or Gillingham FC
53%
Doncaster Rovers FC or Gillingham FC
74%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Doncaster Rovers FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.6%
2 – 1
Actual
1 – 0
8.2%
0 – 0
7.7%
1 – 2
7.2%
2 – 0
7%
0 – 1
6.6%
2 – 2
5.6%
0 – 2
4.7%
3 – 1
4.6%
3 – 0
3.6%
1 – 3
3.1%
Asian Handicap — Doncaster Rovers FC
| Handicap | Doncaster Rovers FC covers | Push | Gillingham FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 9% | — | 91% |
| -2 | 9% | 13% | 78% |
| -1.5 | 22% | — | 78% |
| -1 | 22% | 21% | 58% |
| -0.5 | 42% | — | 58% |
| +0.5 | 70% | — | 30% |
| +1 | 70% | 17% | 13% |
| +1.5 | 87% | — | 13% |
| +2 | 87% | 9% | 5% |
| +2.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
Clean Sheet
Doncaster Rovers FC keeps clean sheet
29%
✓
Gillingham FC keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.