Rotherham United FC vs Brentford FC, Championship 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Rotherham United FC vs Brentford FC — Championship at New York Stadium.
- Rotherham United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Brentford FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Matt Donohue
- Referee Adam Matthews
- Referee Shaun Hudson
- Referee Tony Harrington
7 games this season
🟨 4.4/game
⚽ 10.3 goals/game
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Birmingham City FC | 15 | 29 |
| 2 | Middlesbrough FC | 15 | 29 |
| 3 | Stoke City FC | 15 | 29 |
| 4 | Wolverhampton Wanderers FC | 15 | 28 |
| 5 | West Bromwich Albion FC | 15 | 28 |
| 6 | Swansea City AFC | 15 | 26 |
| 7 | Southampton FC | 15 | 24 |
| 8 | Queens Park Rangers FC | 15 | 24 |
| 9 | West Ham United FC | 15 | 23 |
| 10 | Sheffield United FC | 15 | 22 |
| 11 | Portsmouth FC | 15 | 22 |
| 12 | Norwich City FC | 15 | 21 |
| 13 | Blackburn Rovers FC | 15 | 21 |
| 14 | Cardiff City FC | 15 | 18 |
| 15 | Wrexham AFC | 15 | 18 |
| 16 | Millwall FC | 15 | 18 |
| 17 | Bristol City FC | 15 | 18 |
| 18 | Bolton Wanderers FC | 15 | 17 |
| 19 | Charlton Athletic FC | 15 | 17 |
| 20 | Watford FC | 15 | 15 |
| 21 | Lincoln City FC | 15 | 15 |
| 22 | Burnley FC | 15 | 10 |
| 23 | Derby County FC | 15 | 10 |
| 24 | Preston North End FC | 15 | 8 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Jan | Brentford FC | H | 2–4 | L |
| 12 Jan | Ipswich Town FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 06 Jan | Manchester City FC | A | 0–7 | L |
| 01 Jan | Preston North End FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 29 Dec | Bristol City FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 26 Dec | Bolton Wanderers FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Jan | Rotherham United FC | A | 4–2 | W |
| 12 Jan | Stoke City FC | H | 3–1 | W |
| 05 Jan | Oxford United FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 01 Jan | Norwich City FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 29 Dec | Birmingham City FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 26 Dec | Bristol City FC | A | 1–1 | D |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (4 games)
H2H (4 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' The match kicks off with home fans waiting with anticipation for Rotherham United FC to score. At the same time, Brentford FC does not seem to pull back! Let’s get it on!
- 2' Clinical. Composed. Brilliant. Kamohelo Mokotjo makes it 0-1.
- 7' 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.
- 12' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Romaine Sawyers made 354 appearances and scored 9 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 17' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 20' Jon Taylor has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 20 minutes.
- 25' Rotherham United FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Brentford FC's shape.
- 30' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 35' Brentford FC is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 40' The energy levels are beginning to show. Thomas Frank might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 45' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Rotherham United FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 50' Clark Robertson has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 53' Said Benrahma is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 0 goals this season for the .
- 58' Ireland international Chiedozie Ogbene has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 59' It is a substitution in Rotherham United FC team. Ben Wiles is replaced by Matty Crooks on 59 minute.
- 64' Rotherham United FC seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 69' The tempo has dropped considerably in the last few minutes. Paul Warne will be considering his options from the bench.
- 73' Ezri Konsa is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 2 goals this season for the .
- 75' Goal! Kamohelo Mokotjo scores his 4 goal in 354 matches.
- 76' The supporters are chanting for Sergi Canos. He replaces Said Benrahma on 76 minute.
- 78' Jerry Yates has so much to prove this time. He replaces Zak Vyner on 78 minute.
- 80' Jerry Yates catches the referee's attention in entirely the wrong way. Yellow card on 80.
- 85' Neal Maupay adds to his 0 season tally! Brentford FC lead 1-5 — and this changes everything.
- 86' Another change for Rotherham United FC made on 86 minute. Anthony Forde leaves to be changed by Kyle Vassell.
- 88' Brentford FC ring the changes. Ollie Watkins has done his job and it is now time for Chiedozie Ogbene to step up.
- Both sets of fans can go home satisfied — a 2-4 draw is a fair result on the day.
Lineups
Rotherham United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 15
-
2
Zak Vyner ↓ Jerry Yates 78'
- 1
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 13
-
7
Anthony Forde ↓ Kyle Vassell 86'
- 11
-
25
Ben Wiles ↓ Matty Crooks 59'
- 24
Bench
- 26
- 28
-
19
Kyle Vassell ↑ 86'
- 12
- 6
-
17
Matty Crooks ↑ 59'
-
21
Jerry Yates ↑ 78'
Coach
Paul Warne
Brentford FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
21
Said Benrahma ↓ Sergi Canos 76'
- 23
- 22
- 1
- 29
- 3
- 19
-
12
Kamohelo Mokotjo ↓ Josh Dasilva 88'
- 9
- 11
- 26
Bench
- 28
- 10
- 34
-
7
Sergi Canos ↑ 76'
-
14
Josh Dasilva ↑ 88'
- 2
-
24
Chiedozie Ogbene ↑ 88'
Coach
Thomas Frank
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Neal Maupay | 3 |
| Kamohelo Mokotjo | 2 |
| Neal Maupay | 2 |
| Lewis MacLeod | 1 |
| Sergi Canos | 1 |
| Ezri Konsa | 1 |
| Jon Taylor | 1 |
| Ollie Watkins | 1 |
Head to Head
Rotherham United FC Form
2019-01-19
Rotherham United FC
2–4
Brentford FC
L
2019-01-12
Ipswich Town FC
1–0
Rotherham United FC
L
2019-01-06
Manchester City FC
7–0
Rotherham United FC
L
2019-01-01
Rotherham United FC
2–1
Preston North End FC
W
2018-12-29
Bristol City FC
1–0
Rotherham United FC
L
2018-12-26
Bolton Wanderers FC
2–1
Rotherham United FC
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.46
Rotherham United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
2.24
Brentford FC xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 70% + Both teams to score 68%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Brentford FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.7
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 96% |
|
4% |
| ± 1.5 | 88% |
|
12% |
| ± 2.5 | 70% |
|
30% |
| ± 3.5 | 50% |
|
50% |
| ± 4.5 | 31% |
|
69% |
Double Chance
Rotherham United FC or Draw
49%
Draw or Brentford FC
74%
Rotherham United FC or Brentford FC
77%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✗ 2–4 not predicted2 – 4Actual
1 – 1
8.9%
1 – 2
8.8%
1 – 3
6.5%
2 – 2
6.3%
0 – 2
6.2%
2 – 1
5.8%
0 – 1
5.1%
2 – 3
4.7%
0 – 3
4.5%
0 – 0
3.7%
1 – 4
3.6%
3 – 2
3.1%
Asian Handicap — Rotherham United FC
| Handicap | Rotherham United FC covers | Push | Brentford FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 4% | — | 96% |
| -2 | 4% | 7% | 89% |
| -1.5 | 11% | — | 89% |
| -1 | 11% | 13% | 76% |
| -0.5 | 24% | — | 76% |
| +0.5 | 46% | — | 54% |
| +1 | 46% | 20% | 34% |
| +1.5 | 66% | — | 34% |
| +2 | 66% | 16% | 17% |
| +2.5 | 83% | — | 17% |
Clean Sheet
Rotherham United FC keeps clean sheet
12%
✓
Brentford FC keeps clean sheet
24%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

