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EFL Trophy | Tue 03 Nov, 19:00

Rochdale v Doncaster Stats

Data last updated: Mon 02 Nov 2026, 08:16 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Rochdale and Doncaster face off in the EFL Trophy with both sides showing contrasting defensive records and attacking intent. Rochdale has conceded 4 goals per game recently, while Doncaster's defense is tighter, conceding 1.5 per match. Rochdale's perfect 100% rate for Over 2.5 Goals in recent games signals open play and goal opportunities, while Doncaster's balanced approach suggests chances at both ends. This fixture promises attacking football with both teams likely to push forward, setting the stage for a high-scoring encounter under the EFL Trophy stakes.

BT4Y best bet

Over 3.5 Goals

  • Rochdale has a 100% Over 2.5 Goals rate recently, indicating frequent high-scoring games.
  • Doncaster concedes only 1.5 goals per game but averages 15.5 shots, showing attacking pressure.
  • Head-to-head average goals stand at 3.1 over 10 matches, supporting a goal-rich game.
  • Top attackers like T. Rodney have strong goal threat and shot profiles.
  • Both teams average around 4-5 corners per game, reflecting sustained attacking pressure.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model assigns a 55% chance to Over 3.5 Goals, supported by Rochdale's 100% recent Over 2.5 rate and Doncaster's active attacking stats including 15.5 shots per game. The head-to-head average of 3.1 goals per match further underpins the likelihood of a high-scoring game. Key players such as T. Rodney contribute significant shot volume and goal threat, enhancing scoring potential. The current of 2.38 offer positive value with a 13% edge, making Over 3.5 Goals a compelling selection for this fixture.

Recent Over 2.5 Goals RateRochdale 100%, Doncaster 50%
Strong positive
Shots per GameDoncaster 15.5, Rochdale 10.5
Positive
Head-to-Head Average Goals3.1 goals per match
Positive
Key Player Goal ThreatT. O'Reilly and D. Rodney strong shooters
Positive
Market Value Edge55% model chance vs 42% implied (+13 pts)
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect an open and attacking game with Rochdale's defensive vulnerabilities and Doncaster's offensive pressure combining to create multiple goal chances. The data supports a high-scoring match, making Over 3.5 Goals a sensible pick given the attacking profiles and recent form of both teams.

Main risk

A slower tempo or weaker chance quality would make the goals market harder to justify at the current price.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Goal-scoring potential and attacking dynamics

“This EFL Trophy clash features two teams with contrasting defensive records but strong attacking intent, making Over 3.5 Goals a logical choice. The presence of prolific shooters and sustained pressure from both sides suggests a lively, goal-filled encounter.”

Key Data Signals

Over 3.5 Goals evidence

Rochdale has a 100% Over 2.5 Goals rate recently, indicating frequent high-scoring games.

Doncaster concedes only 1.5 goals per game but averages 15.5 shots, showing attacking pressure.

Head-to-head average goals stand at 3.1 over 10 matches, supporting a goal-rich game.

Top attackers like T. Rodney have strong goal threat and shot profiles.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 3.5 Goals notes

  • Over the last 10 head-to-head matches, the average goals scored is 3.1, indicating a trend toward open, goal-filled games.
  • This sample suggests a tempo and style conducive to multiple scoring opportunities, aligning well with the Over 2.5 and Over 3.5 Goals markets for this fixture.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Rochdale1.5
Avg goals scored
Doncaster1
Rochdale4
Avg goals conceded
Doncaster1.5
Rochdale50%
BTTS rate
Doncaster50%
Rochdale100%
Over 2.5 goals
Doncaster50%
Market aligned with main pickOver 3.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · Model 55% vs implied 42% · edge +13 pts
2.38
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 73%
1.57
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 88%
1.17
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.62
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BTTS NoBetUK guide price · model 37%
2.2
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 31%
2.35
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Both teams show attacking tendencies with Rochdale boasting a 100% Over 2.5 Goals rate and Doncaster maintaining a 50% rate. The head-to-head average of 3.1 goals per game supports the likelihood of multiple goals, with both sides capable of scoring, suggesting BTTS is also plausible in this fixture.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Best odds for this sectionOver 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 73% vs implied 64% · edge +9.3 pts
1.57
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 72%
1.53
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.62
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Rochdale Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 45%
2.5
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Doncaster Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 59%
1.5
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Doncaster to WinBet365 guide price · model 51%
1.8
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Rochdale to WinBet365 guide price · model 26%
3.4
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The 55% for Over 3.5 Goals sits against roughly 42% implied by the current price (+13 pts). The Over 2.5 trend is 100% for Rochdale and 50% for Doncaster, so the goals angle is not just a price call.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Rochdale

LD
Last 50W 1D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 1D 1L
06 Oct 2026A Huddersfield0-5
22 Sep 2026H Liverpool U213-3

Doncaster

WL
Last 51W 0D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 0D 1L
06 Oct 2026H Liverpool U211-0
08 Sep 2026H Huddersfield1-3
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBet365 guide price · Model 74% vs implied 80% · edge -5.7 pts
1.25
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Rochdale Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 45%
2.5
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Doncaster Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 59%
1.5
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Doncaster to WinBet365 guide price · model 51%
1.8
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 49%
1.83
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Rochdale to WinBet365 guide price · model 26%
3.4
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 23%
3.75
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Rochdale's recent form includes a perfect 100% Over 2.5 Goals rate, reflecting frequent high-scoring matches despite limited points. Doncaster's form shows more defensive solidity but still a 50% Over 2.5 rate, indicating openness in attack. These trends suggest an ongoing pattern of goal-rich games, supporting the Over 3.5 Goals selection.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

100%Rochdale Over 2.5
50%Doncaster Over 2.5
3.1H2H avg goals
Over the last 10 head-to-head matches, the average goals scored is 3.1, indicating a trend toward open, goal-filled games. This sample suggests a tempo and style conducive to multiple scoring opportunities, aligning well with the Over 2.5 and Over 3.5 Goals markets for this fixture.

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