Rochdale AFC vs Doncaster Rovers FC, League One 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Rochdale AFC vs Doncaster Rovers FC — League One .
- Rochdale AFC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Doncaster Rovers FC 46 games · 60 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Michael Salisbury
- Referee Scott Oldham
- Referee Geoffrey Liddle
- Referee Alix Pashley
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
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | Doncaster Rovers FC | H | 2–3 | L |
| 06 Oct | Blackpool FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 02 Oct | Bristol Rovers FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 29 Sep | Portsmouth FC | H | 1–3 | L |
| 22 Sep | Sunderland AFC | A | 1–4 | L |
| 15 Sep | Gillingham FC | H | 3–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | Rochdale AFC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 06 Oct | Fleetwood Town FC | H | 0–4 | L |
| 02 Oct | Accrington Stanley FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 29 Sep | Plymouth Argyle FC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 22 Sep | Bradford City AFC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 15 Sep | Walsall FC | A | 4–1 | W |
Key Stats
67%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (6 games)
H2H (6 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' The ball is rolling at . Rochdale AFC are looking to make home advantage count against Doncaster Rovers FC.
- 5' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 10' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 15' Both keepers have barely been tested. Rochdale AFC and Doncaster Rovers FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 17' It’s a booking for Doncaster Rovers FC player. Niall Mason gets a Yellow card.
- 20' The Scotland Alistair Crawford breaks the deadlock on 20 minutes. 0-1!
- 25' Joe Wright is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Doncaster Rovers FC tonight.
- 27' Controversy at the stadium! Joe Wright argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 32' Neither side is committing men forward. This has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical contest.
- 37' Doncaster Rovers FC come into this ranked in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 42' Rochdale AFC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Doncaster Rovers FC backline.
- 47' Rochdale AFC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 50' The England Andy Butler breaks the deadlock on 50 minutes. 0-2!
- 55' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 57' Samuel Hart makes way for Andy Cannon at the 57 minute mark. A tactical switch from Rochdale AFC.
- 59' Against the run of play, Ian Henderson has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 60' The crowd applauds Alistair Crawford as he leaves the pitch. Jermaine Anderson steps in for Doncaster Rovers FC.
- 65' It looks like no one’s ball. Rochdale AFC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 68' A stunning finish from Jermaine Anderson — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 70' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Jordan Williams.
- 71' Mallik Wilks has so much to prove this time. He replaces Alfie May on 71 minute.
- 73' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Andy Cannon on 73 minutes.
- 78' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 78 minutes.
- 80' Paul Taylor is ready to make an impact after coming on for James Coppinger at the 80 minute mark.
- 82' Kgosietsile Ntlhe makes no mistake. The score reads 2-3 and Rochdale AFC are in front.
- 87' 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.
- 88' That is a Yellow card for Doncaster Rovers FC. Paul Taylor will be fuming at that decision.
- The final score is 2-3.
Lineups
Rochdale AFC Lineups
Starting XI
- 26
-
17
David Perkins ↓ Calvin Andrew 57'
- 1
- 2
- 6
- 3
-
21
Samuel Hart ↓ Andy Cannon 58'
- 14
- 19
- 40
- 8
Bench
- 22
- 4
-
27
Andy Cannon ↑ 58'
- 28
-
9
Calvin Andrew ↑ 57'
- –
-
7
Stephen Dooley ↑ 71'
Coach
Keith Hill
Doncaster Rovers FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 13
- 6
- 5
- 2
- 3
-
26
James Coppinger ↓ Paul Taylor 80'
- 17
-
19
Alfie May ↓ Mallik Wilks 71'
- 8
- 9
- 11
Bench
-
16
Paul Taylor ↑ 80'
- 1
- 35
- 12
- 14
-
22
Jermaine Anderson ↑ 60'
-
7
Mallik Wilks ↑ 71'
Coach
Grant McCann
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| John Marquis | 2 |
| Jon Taylor | 2 |
| Taylor Richards | 2 |
| Alistair Crawford | 2 |
| Matt Done | 1 |
| Kgosietsile Ntlhe | 1 |
| Ian Henderson | 1 |
| James Coppinger | 1 |
Head to Head
Rochdale AFC Form
Doncaster Rovers FC Form
2018-10-13
Rochdale AFC
2–3
Doncaster Rovers FC
W
2018-10-06
Doncaster Rovers FC
0–4
Fleetwood Town FC
L
2018-10-02
Accrington Stanley FC
1–0
Doncaster Rovers FC
L
2018-09-29
Plymouth Argyle FC
2–3
Doncaster Rovers FC
W
2018-09-22
Doncaster Rovers FC
2–1
Bradford City AFC
W
2018-09-15
Walsall FC
1–4
Doncaster Rovers FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.53
Rochdale AFC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.79
Doncaster Rovers FC xG
I would bet for:
Rochdale AFC or Doncaster Rovers FC 74% + Both teams to score 65%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Doncaster Rovers FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.32
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 95% |
|
5% |
| ± 1.5 | 84% |
|
16% |
| ± 2.5 | 63% |
|
37% |
| ± 3.5 | 42% |
|
58% |
| ± 4.5 | 24% |
|
76% |
Double Chance
Rochdale AFC or Draw
58%
Draw or Doncaster Rovers FC
68%
Rochdale AFC or Doncaster Rovers FC
74%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Doncaster Rovers FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
10.8%
1 – 2
8.5%
2 – 1
7.3%
2 – 2
6.5%
0 – 1
5.8%
0 – 2
5.8%
0 – 0
5.2%
1 – 3
5.1%
1 – 0
4.9%
2 – 0
4.3%
2 – 3
Actual
3 – 1
3.7%
Asian Handicap — Rochdale AFC
| Handicap | Rochdale AFC covers | Push | Doncaster Rovers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 6% | — | 94% |
| -2 | 6% | 10% | 84% |
| -1.5 | 16% | — | 84% |
| -1 | 16% | 16% | 68% |
| -0.5 | 32% | — | 68% |
| +0.5 | 57% | — | 43% |
| +1 | 57% | 19% | 23% |
| +1.5 | 77% | — | 23% |
| +2 | 77% | 13% | 10% |
| +2.5 | 90% | — | 10% |
Clean Sheet
Rochdale AFC keeps clean sheet
18%
✓
Doncaster Rovers FC keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.