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Bristol Rovers vs Rotherham

League TwoSaturday, 5 September 202614:00 UTCMemorial Stadium, Bristol
Bristol RoversBristol Rovers(H)
vs
(A)RotherhamRotherham

Match Prediction

We say:

BRI 11 ROT

Betting Tip

Bristol Rovers are favoured based on recent form.

Win Probability

68%
22%
10%
BRI 68%Draw 22%10% ROT
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Match Preview

Bristol Rovers head into this fixture with mixed emotions after collecting 0 points from a possible 0 in their last 0.

As for Rotherham, their recent results tell an interesting tale. Rotherham come into this on the back of a mixed run of form, having taken 5 points from their last 5 matches. They have scored at a steady rate averaging 1.4 goals per game, while conceding 2.0. History between these two shows 4 home wins, 1 away wins and 1 draws from 6 meetings. Goals have been at a reasonable level, with an average of 2.3 per game.

This has the feel of a closely contested match where goals may be hard to come by. The team that can break the deadlock will be in a strong position to control the game. As the stronger side on paper, Rotherham will want to dictate proceedings. However, Bristol Rovers will be well aware of the threat they pose and may look to frustrate and hit on the break.

This is a closely contested fixture, with the model suggesting a draw is the most likely outcome. The predicted scoreline of 1-1 reflects the evenly matched nature of the contest. Confidence in this prediction stands at 61%. Kick-off in the League Two awaits.

Bristol Rovers Key Points

  • Home advantage at familiar venue
  • Strong attacking transitions
  • Set-piece efficiency

Rotherham Key Points

  • Compact defensive structure
  • Counter-attacking speed
  • Midfield press resistance

Team News

Projected Lineups

Bristol RoversBristol RoversFormation: 4-2-3-1Predicted
1
B. YoungGK
23
M. Southam-HalesDEF
4
K. BalmerDEF
26
R. HarbottleDEF
14
B. PurringtonDEF
21
R. SmallwoodMID
6
C. MolaMID
24
T. LeighMID
7
S. FordeMID
11
J. AitchisonMID
9
J. QuigleyFWD

Predicted lineup — based on recent form, not yet confirmed.

Substitutes
No substitutes listed
RotherhamRotherhamFormation: 4-3-3Predicted
8
K. SpenceFWD
9
T. BradshawFWD
10
P. MullinFWD
3
E. OtooMID
12
D. HallMID
28
B. CoverMID
18
L. AgbaireDEF
16
E. AdegboyegaDEF
14
Sonny AljofreeDEF
26
H. DouglasDEF
1
T. CannGK

Predicted lineup — based on recent form, not yet confirmed.

Substitutes
31 B. Childs(GK)13 J. Eyestone(GK)39 Harrison Duncan(DEF)5 K. Ngwenya(DEF)2 J. Rafferty(DEF)11 A. Martha(DEF)24 J. Buyabu(MID)

Subject to last-minute changes


Head-to-Head

2 Bristol Rovers wins1 draws3 Rotherham wins
DateCompetitionHomeScoreAway
2025-03-01League OneBristol Rovers2 - 3Rotherham
2024-08-17League OneRotherham0 - 0Bristol Rovers
2020-01-18League OneRotherham3 - 0Bristol Rovers
2019-09-28League OneBristol Rovers1 - 0Rotherham
2018-04-21League OneRotherham2 - 0Bristol Rovers
2017-12-02League OneBristol Rovers2 - 1Rotherham

Bristol Rovers — Last 5 Matches

Rotherham — Last 5 Matches

LLDWD
West Brom1-4
League Cup
Cheltenham1-2
League Two
York1-1
League Two
Chesterfield2-1
League Two
Tranmere2-2
League Two

Bristol Rovers — Next 5 Matches

Bristol Rovers vs RotherhamSat 5 Sept
League Two
Grimsby vs Bristol RoversSat 12 Sept
League Two
Gillingham vs Bristol RoversSat 19 Sept
League Two
Bristol Rovers vs Exeter CitySat 26 Sept
League Two
Crewe vs Bristol RoversSat 3 Oct
League Two

Rotherham — Next 5 Matches

Bristol Rovers vs RotherhamSat 5 Sept
League Two
Rotherham vs Salford CitySat 12 Sept
League Two
Northampton vs RotherhamSat 19 Sept
League Two
York vs RotherhamTue 22 Sept
EFL Trophy
Rotherham vs CreweSat 26 Sept
League Two

Match Odds

BookmakerHomeDrawAway
10Bet1.733.854.33
William Hill1.733.754.20
Bet3651.703.604.20
Marathonbet1.703.884.30
Unibet1.713.854.40
Betfair1.754.004.33
BetVictor1.703.804.20
Pinnacle1.704.024.31
SBO1.633.463.76
1xBet1.723.884.28
Betano1.753.904.15
Dafabet1.733.954.60

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