Gillingham FC vs Doncaster Rovers FC, League One 2020-21 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Gillingham FC vs Doncaster Rovers FC — League One at MEMS Priestfield Stadium.
- Gillingham FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Doncaster Rovers FC 46 games · 60 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Carl Brook
- Referee Christopher Wade
- Referee Will Finnie
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Mar | Doncaster Rovers FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 16 Mar | Lincoln City FC | A | 3–0 | W |
| 13 Mar | Swindon Town FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 09 Mar | Fleetwood Town FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 06 Mar | Ipswich Town FC | H | 3–1 | W |
| 02 Mar | Milton Keynes Dons FC | H | 3–2 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Mar | Gillingham FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 16 Mar | Oxford United FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 13 Mar | Northampton Town FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 09 Mar | Crewe Alexandra FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 06 Mar | Plymouth Argyle FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 02 Mar | Portsmouth FC | H | 2–1 | W |
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' In just a few seconds MEMS Priestfield Stadium will turn into a battlefield for Gillingham FC and Doncaster Rovers FC.
- 2' Against the run of play, Jordan Graham has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 4' GOAL! Vadaine Oliver scores on 4. Assisted by Ryan Jackson
- 9' Doncaster Rovers FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 14' 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.
- 19' What a strike from Tom Anderson! The score is 2-1.
- 23' What a moment for James Coppinger! That strike on 23 puts his side firmly in control.
- 28' The energy levels are beginning to show. Steve Evans might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 33' 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.
- 38' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 43' Branden Horton, a England , has 0 bookings this season and will need to keep his discipline tonight.
- 48' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 53' It is a cagey affair so far. Gillingham FC in their trying to find a way past Doncaster Rovers FC's compact .
- 58' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Robbie Cundy made 366 appearances and scored 4 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 61' Taylor Richards has so much to prove this time. He replaces James Coppinger on 61 minute.
- 66' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 0 times this season with winning -% of all matches.
- 68' Jason Lokilo is ready to make an impact after coming on for Josh Sims at the 68 minute mark.
- 70' A tactical swap from Gillingham FC — Olly Lee on, John Akinde off on 70 minutes.
- 74' The referee has no hesitation. Fejiri Okenabirhie is booked for Doncaster Rovers FC — Yellow card on 74.
- 77' Thomas O'Connor has so much to prove this time. He replaces Alexander MacDonald on 77 minute.
- 82' Gillingham FC started playing very sharply right from the kick off. However, it slowed down the tempo rapidly by 82.
- 87' Kyle Dempsey has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 3 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 88' It is a substitution in Doncaster Rovers FC team. Fejiri Okenabirhie is replaced by Madger Gomes on 88 minute.
- The points are shared — Gillingham FC 2-2 Doncaster Rovers FC. Honours even.
Lineups
Gillingham FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 10
- 3
- 5
- 1
- 8
- 25
- 4
- 2
-
15
John Akinde ↓ Olly Lee 70'
- 16
- 19
Bench
-
14
Robbie McKenzie ↑ 77'
- 23
-
11
Olly Lee ↑ 70'
- 7
- 17
- 12
-
21
Thomas O'Connor ↑ 77'
Coach
Steve Evans
Doncaster Rovers FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
20
Josh Sims ↓ Jason Lokilo 68'
- 3
- 7
- 13
- 5
- 28
- 4
- 26
- 9
- 2
- 14
Bench
- 1
-
6
Madger Gomes ↑ 88'
-
10
Jason Lokilo ↑ 68'
- 27
-
17
Taylor Richards ↑ 61'
- 24
- 8
Coach
Andy Butler
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Vadaine Oliver | 2 |
| Cameron John | 2 |
| John Marquis | 2 |
| Mallik Wilks | 2 |
| Tom Eaves | 1 |
| James Coppinger | 1 |
| Danny Andrew | 1 |
| Jordan Graham | 1 |
Head to Head
Gillingham FC Form
Doncaster Rovers FC Form
2021-03-20
Gillingham FC
2–2
Doncaster Rovers FC
D
2021-03-16
Oxford United FC
3–0
Doncaster Rovers FC
L
2021-03-13
Doncaster Rovers FC
0–0
Northampton Town FC
D
2021-03-09
Crewe Alexandra FC
1–0
Doncaster Rovers FC
L
2021-03-06
Doncaster Rovers FC
2–1
Plymouth Argyle FC
W
2021-03-02
Doncaster Rovers FC
2–1
Portsmouth FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.66
Gillingham FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.29
Doncaster Rovers FC xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 59% + Over 2.5 goals 56%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.95
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 93% |
|
7% |
| ± 1.5 | 79% |
|
21% |
| ± 2.5 | 56% |
|
44% |
| ± 3.5 | 34% |
|
66% |
| ± 4.5 | 18% |
|
82% |
Double Chance
Gillingham FC or Draw
72%
Draw or Doncaster Rovers FC
54%
Gillingham FC or Doncaster Rovers FC
74%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.1%
2 – 1
8.9%
1 – 0
7.8%
2 – 0
7.1%
0 – 0
7%
1 – 2
7%
0 – 1
5.9%
2 – 2
Actual
3 – 1
5%
0 – 2
4.3%
3 – 0
3.9%
3 – 2
3.3%
Asian Handicap — Gillingham FC
| Handicap | Gillingham FC covers | Push | Doncaster Rovers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 10% | — | 90% |
| -2 | 10% | 14% | 76% |
| -1.5 | 24% | — | 76% |
| -1 | 24% | 21% | 55% |
| -0.5 | 45% | — | 55% |
| +0.5 | 71% | — | 29% |
| +1 | 71% | 16% | 13% |
| +1.5 | 87% | — | 13% |
| +2 | 87% | 8% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
Gillingham FC keeps clean sheet
28%
✓
Doncaster Rovers FC keeps clean sheet
20%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.