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Doncaster vs Plymouth

League OneSaturday, 5 September 202614:00 UTCEco-Power Stadium, Doncaster
DoncasterDoncaster(H)
vs
(A)PlymouthPlymouth

Match Prediction

We say:

DON 10 PLY

Betting Tip

This looks tight on paper.

Win Probability

42%
28%
30%
DON 42%Draw 28%30% PLY
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Match Preview

Recent form suggests Doncaster are struggling for consistency — 0 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses in their last 5. With 5 goals from 5 matches, their attack has been somewhat inconsistent, while defensively they have conceded more than they would like (1.6 per game).

On the other side, Plymouth have had a contrasting run of results. Plymouth head into this fixture low on confidence after collecting 4 points from a possible 15 in their last 5. They have scored at a steady rate averaging 1.2 goals per game, while conceding 2.0.

Plymouth have been the more prolific side in front of goal recently, but Plymouth boast the stronger defensive record. The contrasting styles could make for a fascinating tactical battle. This is a difficult one to call, with both sides evenly matched on recent form. The game could hinge on a single moment of quality or a defensive lapse.

This is a closely contested fixture, with the model suggesting a draw is the most likely outcome. The predicted scoreline of 1-0 reflects the evenly matched nature of the contest. Confidence in this prediction stands at 61%. Kick-off in the League One awaits.

Doncaster Key Points

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

Plymouth Key Points

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

Team News

Projected Lineups

DoncasterDoncasterFormation: 4-3-3Predicted
1
T. SimkinGK
12
N. ByrneDEF
6
J. McGrathDEF
23
J. SeniorDEF
2
J. SterryDEF
4
O. BaileyMID
22
R. GottsMID
7
T. O'ReillyMID
10
A. MayFWD
21
I. HutchinsonFWD
47
H. AdelakunFWD

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

Substitutes
42 J. Clarke(GK)32 J. Oram(GK)27 S. Grehan(DEF)3 J. Husband(DEF)16 T. Nixon(DEF)39 P. Lincoln(DEF)5 M. Pearson(DEF)
PlymouthPlymouthFormation: 4-4-2Predicted
9
W. EvansFWD
27
A. PeppleFWD
7
H. WhiteMID
11
R. CurtisMID
10
X. AmaechiMID
19
T. BakinsonMID
45
W. HardingDEF
22
A. HartridgeDEF
15
A. MitchellDEF
5
J. PleguezueloDEF
1
M. CooperGK

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

Substitutes
21 J. Storer(GK)8 J. Edwards(DEF)3 J. MacKenzie(DEF)40 J. Mwaro(DEF)29 M. Sorinola(DEF)2 M. Ross(DEF)23 B. Ibrahim(MID)

Subject to last-minute changes


Head-to-Head

0 Doncaster wins0 draws0 Plymouth wins
DateCompetitionHomeScoreAway

Doncaster — Last 5 Matches

LDLDD
Mansfield Town1-2
League One
Barnsley0-0
League One
Middlesbrough1-3
League Cup
Stevenage2-2
League One
Notts County1-1
League One

Plymouth — Last 5 Matches

LDLWL
Stockport County1-3
League One
Wycombe1-1
League One
Coventry2-4
League Cup
Bradford2-0
League One
Leicester0-2
League One

Doncaster — Next 5 Matches

Doncaster vs PlymouthSat 5 Sept
League One
Doncaster vs HuddersfieldTue 8 Sept
EFL Trophy
AFC Wimbledon vs DoncasterSat 12 Sept
League One
Peterborough vs DoncasterSat 19 Sept
League One
Doncaster vs Oxford UnitedSat 26 Sept
League One

Plymouth — Next 5 Matches

Doncaster vs PlymouthSat 5 Sept
League One
Plymouth vs BarnsleySat 12 Sept
League One
Blackpool vs PlymouthSat 19 Sept
League One
Plymouth vs Crystal Palace U21Tue 22 Sept
EFL Trophy
Plymouth vs Burton AlbionSat 26 Sept
League One

Match Odds

BookmakerHomeDrawAway
10Bet2.423.502.70
William Hill2.403.302.75
Bet3652.303.402.75
Marathonbet2.383.442.78
Unibet2.403.402.80
Betfair2.383.702.75
BetVictor2.303.402.75
Pinnacle2.403.552.81
SBO2.153.052.63
1xBet2.403.442.79
Betano2.423.452.72
Dafabet2.403.552.85

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