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 46 games · 60 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 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Events
Match Events
- 0' The game is set. Doncaster Rovers FC kicks off things out of here…
- 5' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Doncaster Rovers FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 10' Both teams are passing the ball around with high level of urgency. Doncaster Rovers FC needs to do something about it to get closer to the goal.
- 15' It is a cagey affair so far. Doncaster Rovers FC in their trying to find a way past Gillingham FC's compact .
- 20' 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.
- 25' Doncaster Rovers FC started playing very sharply right from the kick off. However, it slowed down the tempo rapidly by 25.
- 29' GOAL! Reece James scores on 29. Assisted by Tyreece John-Jules
- 34' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 39' Gillingham FC come into this ranked in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 44' Zechariah Medley has been relatively quiet despite scoring 2 goals in his last 414 appearances.
- 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 his 22 goal in 289 matches.
- 53' Doncaster Rovers FC is taking the lead after the goal scored by Brad Halliday on 53.
- 58' 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.
- 63' Thomas O'Connor is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Gillingham FC tonight.
- 66' Trae Coyle has so much to prove this time. He replaces Thomas O'Connor on 66 minute.
- 71' Gillingham FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 75' Doncaster Rovers FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Jon Taylor is hanging Taylor Richards on the field on 75 minute.
- 80' With 0 assists to his name this season, Joe Lumley is clearly more than just a goal scorer for Gillingham FC.
- 81' The Doncaster Rovers FC manager makes a substitution. Tyreece John-Jules departs to be replaced by Fejiri Okenabirhie.
- 82' Jacob Mellis makes way for Josh Eccles at the 82 minute mark. A tactical switch from Gillingham FC.
- 86' The referee calls foul for Matthew Smith. He receives a Yellow card.
- 88' Doncaster Rovers FC ring the changes. Matthew Smith has done his job and it is now time for James Coppinger to step up.
- What a match! Full time at {STADIUM} — Doncaster Rovers FC 2-1 Gillingham FC.
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 |
|---|---|
| Vadaine Oliver | 2 |
| Cameron John | 2 |
| John Marquis | 2 |
| Mallik Wilks | 2 |
| Barry Fuller | 1 |
| Kyle Dempsey | 1 |
| Max Ehmer | 1 |
| Tom Anderson | 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.