Southend United FC vs Rotherham United FC, League One 2019-20 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Southend United FC vs Rotherham United FC — League One at Roots Hall Stadium.
- Southend United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Rotherham United FC 46 games · 41 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Charles Breakspear
- Referee Marc Wilson
- Referee G. Read
- Referee
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln City FC | 46 | 103 |
| 2 | Cardiff City FC | 46 | 91 |
| 3 | Bolton Wanderers FC | 46 | 75 |
| 4 | Exeter City FC | 46 | 49 |
| 5 | Port Vale FC | 46 | 42 |
| 6 | Rotherham United FC | 46 | 41 |
| 7 | Northampton Town FC | 46 | 35 |
| 8 | Huddersfield Town AFC | 1 | 3 |
| 9 | Stockport County FC | 1 | 3 |
| 10 | Bradford City AFC | 1 | 3 |
| 11 | Luton Town FC | 1 | 3 |
| 12 | Cambridge United FC | 1 | 3 |
| 13 | Mansfield Town FC | 1 | 3 |
| 14 | Sheffield Wednesday FC | 1 | 3 |
| 15 | Bromley FC | 1 | 3 |
| 16 | Oxford United FC | 1 | 1 |
| 17 | Milton Keynes Dons FC | 1 | 1 |
| 18 | Stevenage FC | 1 | 1 |
| 19 | Wycombe Wanderers FC | 1 | 1 |
| 20 | Blackpool FC | 1 | 1 |
| 21 | Burton Albion FC | 1 | 1 |
| 22 | Leicester City FC | 1 | 1 |
| 23 | Notts County FC | 1 | 1 |
| 24 | Reading FC | 1 | 0 |
| 25 | Wigan Athletic FC | 1 | 0 |
| 26 | Doncaster Rovers FC | 1 | 0 |
| 27 | Leyton Orient FC | 1 | 0 |
| 28 | Barnsley FC | 1 | 0 |
| 29 | Plymouth Argyle FC | 1 | 0 |
| 30 | Peterborough United FC | 1 | 0 |
| 31 | AFC Wimbledon | 1 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Dec | Rotherham United FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 07 Dec | Bristol Rovers FC | A | 2–4 | L |
| 03 Dec | Burton Albion FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 23 Nov | Oxford United FC | H | 0–4 | L |
| 05 Nov | Portsmouth FC | A | 1–4 | L |
| 02 Nov | Sunderland AFC | A | 0–1 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Dec | Southend United FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 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 |
Key Stats
100%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (1 games)
H2H (1 games)
100%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' The referee blows the starting whistle. The fans are roaring. The teams are ready for the match. Southend United FC is hosting Rotherham United FC for another epic battle.
- 5' Both keepers have barely been tested. Southend United FC and Rotherham United FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 10' The travelling Rotherham United FC supporters hardly appreciate their team being pressed down to the backline.
- 15' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Nathan Bishop suffering a number of foals already.
- 20' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 25' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 30' What a moment for Robert Kiernan! That strike on 30 puts his side firmly in control.
- 35' Southend United FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Rotherham United FC backline.
- 37' The referee shows Rotherham United FC player a Yellow card on 37.
- 42' Michael Smith was booked on 42.
- 47' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 48' A meaty challenge results in booking for Chiedozie Ogbene on 48.
- 49' Magnificent from Jason Demetriou! That is 6 goals in 89 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 52' Sam Mantom has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 52 minutes.
- 57' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 60' A stunning finish from Freddie Ladapo — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 65' Stephen Humphrys has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 70' Rotherham United FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 75' Isaac Hutchinson is ready to make an impact after coming on for Sam Mantom at the 75 minute mark.
- 77' The whistle greets Michael Smith as he departs to be replaced by Carlton Morris.
- 80' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Michael Ihiekwe on 80 minutes.
- 83' The Southend United FC bench stirs into life. Stephen McLaughlin is withdrawn and Simon Cox gets his opportunity.
- 87' Layton Ndukwu is replacing Brandon Goodship for the Southend United FC side.
- will have plenty to reflect on. were simply the better side today.
Lineups
Southend United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 8
- 13
- 24
- 15
- 2
-
11
Stephen McLaughlin ↓ Simon Cox 83'
-
18
Sam Mantom ↓ Isaac Hutchinson 75'
- 26
- 7
- 5
- 14
Bench
- 1
-
10
Simon Cox ↑ 83'
-
36
Isaac Hutchinson ↑ 75'
- 16
-
17
Layton Ndukwu ↑ 87'
- 41
- 43
Coach
Sol Campbell
Rotherham United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 15
- 3
- 8
-
24
Michael Smith ↓ Carlton Morris 77'
- 1
- 10
- 20
- 11
- 19
- 23
- 22
Bench
- 5
- 7
- 12
- 4
-
14
Carlton Morris ↑ 77'
- 18
- 26
Coach
Paul Warne
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Robert Kiernan | 1 |
| Sam Mantom | 1 |
| Freddie Ladapo | 1 |
| Jason Demetriou | 1 |
Southend United FC Form
2019-12-14
Southend United FC
2–2
Rotherham United FC
D
2019-12-07
Bristol Rovers FC
4–2
Southend United FC
L
2019-12-03
Burton Albion FC
1–1
Southend United FC
D
2019-11-23
Southend United FC
0–4
Oxford United FC
L
2019-11-05
Portsmouth FC
4–1
Southend United FC
L
2019-11-02
Sunderland AFC
1–0
Southend United FC
L
Rotherham United FC Form
2019-12-14
Southend United FC
2–2
Rotherham United FC
D
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
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.55
Southend United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.75
Rotherham United FC xG
I would bet for:
Southend United FC or Rotherham United FC 74% + Both teams to score 65%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.3
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
Southend United FC or Draw
61%
Draw or Rotherham United FC
65%
Southend United FC or Rotherham United FC
74%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Rotherham United FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
10.9%
1 – 2
8.4%
2 – 1
7.5%
2 – 2
Actual
0 – 1
5.7%
0 – 2
5.6%
0 – 0
5.2%
1 – 0
5%
1 – 3
4.9%
2 – 0
4.4%
3 – 1
3.9%
2 – 3
3.8%
Asian Handicap — Southend United FC
| Handicap | Southend United FC covers | Push | Rotherham United FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 6% | — | 94% |
| -2 | 6% | 10% | 84% |
| -1.5 | 16% | — | 84% |
| -1 | 16% | 17% | 67% |
| -0.5 | 33% | — | 67% |
| +0.5 | 58% | — | 42% |
| +1 | 58% | 19% | 23% |
| +1.5 | 77% | — | 23% |
| +2 | 77% | 13% | 10% |
| +2.5 | 90% | — | 10% |
Clean Sheet
Southend United FC keeps clean sheet
18%
✓
Rotherham United FC keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.