Rotherham United FC vs Rochdale AFC, League One 2019-20 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Rotherham United FC vs Rochdale AFC — League One at New York Stadium.
- Rotherham United FC 46 games · 41 pts (2026/27)
- Rochdale AFC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Gareth Mellor
- Referee Richard Wigglesworth
- Referee Barry Gordon
- Referee Chris Sarginson
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
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Dec | Rochdale AFC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 26 Nov | Portsmouth FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 23 Nov | Milton Keynes Dons FC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 16 Nov | Accrington Stanley FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 02 Nov | Gillingham FC | A | 3–0 | W |
| 26 Oct | Wycombe Wanderers FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Dec | Rotherham United FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 23 Nov | Portsmouth FC | H | 0–3 | L |
| 16 Nov | Coventry City FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 05 Nov | Ipswich Town FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 02 Nov | Bristol Rovers FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 26 Oct | Oxford United FC | A | 0–3 | L |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (2 games)
H2H (2 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' The ball is rolling at New York Stadium. Rotherham United FC are looking to make home advantage count against Rochdale AFC.
- 5' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 10' Rochdale AFC is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 15' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Ben Wiles made 357 appearances and scored 24 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 16' The referee shows Rochdale AFC player a Yellow card on 16.
- 21' Rotherham United FC currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 26' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 31' The energy levels are beginning to show. Paul Warne might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 36' Both keepers have barely been tested. Rotherham United FC and Rochdale AFC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 41' Supporters expect more eagerness from Luke Matheson, as he is very good at scoring at New York Stadium with 0 goals in the last 0 games.
- 42' Aaron Morley does the damage! The net is bulging and Rochdale AFC surge ahead!
- 46' A change in the Rotherham United FC ranks — Jamie Lindsay exits the field as Michael Smith enters on 46.
- 51' 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.
- 56' Jimmy Ryan needs to be pretty careful with his discipline considering 0 Red cards this season.
- 60' Carlton Morris makes way for Jake Hastie at the 60 minute mark. A tactical switch from Rotherham United FC.
- 65' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Rotherham United FC and Rochdale AFC are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 66' The crowd applauds Jimmy Ryan as he leaves the pitch. Matty Gillam steps in for Rochdale AFC.
- 71' Joe Mattock is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Rotherham United FC tonight.
- 73' Another substitution for Rotherham United FC to replace Matthew Olosunde by Kyle Vassell on 73 minute.
- 76' Another change for Rochdale AFC made on 76 minute. Rekeil Pyke leaves to be changed by Kwadwo Baah.
- 81' Robert Sanchez has been relatively quiet despite scoring 0 goals in his last 140 appearances.
- 83' Poor challenge from Matty Crooks. The referee spots it immediately and shows the Yellow card.
- 87' A meaty challenge results in booking for Chiedozie Ogbene on 87.
- 90' The Rochdale AFC bench stirs into life. Ian Henderson is withdrawn and Fabio Tavares gets his opportunity.
- That’s it! Another goalless match for Rotherham United FC and Rochdale AFC (для сухой ничьи).
Lineups
Rotherham United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 15
- 3
- 8
- 1
- 10
-
14
Carlton Morris ↓ Jake Hastie 60'
- 17
- 20
- 19
-
16
Jamie Lindsay ↓ Michael Smith 46'
-
22
Matthew Olosunde ↓ Kyle Vassell 73'
Bench
- 5
-
7
Kyle Vassell ↑ 73'
- 12
-
24
Michael Smith ↑ 46'
- 11
- 18
-
23
Jake Hastie ↑ 60'
Coach
Paul Warne
Rochdale AFC Lineups
Starting XI
-
11
Rekeil Pyke ↓ Kwadwo Baah 76'
- 3
-
20
Jimmy Ryan ↓ Matty Gillam 66'
- 6
- 10
- 28
- 16
-
40
Ian Henderson C ↓ Fabio Tavares 90'
- 41
- 13
- 25
Bench
-
36
Matty Gillam ↑ 66'
-
37
Fabio Tavares ↑ 90'
- 12
- 38
- 35
- 39
-
22
Kwadwo Baah ↑ 76'
Coach
Brian Barry-Murphy
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Ian Henderson | 2 |
| Matthew Lund | 1 |
| Aaron Morley | 1 |
| Jamie Lindsay | 1 |
Head to Head
Rotherham United FC Form
2019-12-07
Rotherham United FC
0–1
Rochdale AFC
L
2019-11-26
Portsmouth FC
3–2
Rotherham United FC
L
2019-11-23
Milton Keynes Dons FC
2–3
Rotherham United FC
W
2019-11-16
Rotherham United FC
1–0
Accrington Stanley FC
W
2019-11-02
Gillingham FC
0–3
Rotherham United FC
W
2019-10-26
Rotherham United FC
0–1
Wycombe Wanderers FC
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
0.91
Rotherham United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.97
Rochdale AFC xG
I would bet for:
Under 2.5 goals 71% + Rotherham United FC or Draw 67%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Rochdale AFC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 1.88
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 82% |
|
18% |
| ± 1.5 | 56% |
|
44% |
| ± 2.5 | 29% |
|
71% |
| ± 3.5 | 13% |
|
87% |
| ± 4.5 | 5% |
|
95% |
Double Chance
Rotherham United FC or Draw
67%
Draw or Rochdale AFC
66%
Rotherham United FC or Rochdale AFC
67%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Rochdale AFC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
0 – 0
17.9%
1 – 1
14.4%
0 – 1
Actual
1 – 0
12.5%
0 – 2
6.8%
1 – 2
6.4%
2 – 0
6%
2 – 1
6%
2 – 2
3%
0 – 3
2.2%
1 – 3
2.1%
3 – 1
1.8%
Asian Handicap — Rotherham United FC
| Handicap | Rotherham United FC covers | Push | Rochdale AFC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 3% | — | 97% |
| -2 | 3% | 8% | 89% |
| -1.5 | 11% | — | 89% |
| -1 | 11% | 20% | 69% |
| -0.5 | 31% | — | 69% |
| +0.5 | 66% | — | 34% |
| +1 | 66% | 21% | 13% |
| +1.5 | 87% | — | 13% |
| +2 | 87% | 9% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
Rotherham United FC keeps clean sheet
39%
✓
Rochdale AFC keeps clean sheet
41%
✗
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.