Doncaster Rovers FC
Football England - EFL League One Eco-Power Stadium Sat 22 Aug 07:30
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Doncaster vs Barnsley Predictions

Main Match Prediction

Under 2.5 Goals @ +102

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Get Under 2.5 as the Value Bet

If you agree with our view of a low-scoring contest between Doncaster and Barnsley, then you can get odds of +102 about Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market. We think this has a strong chance of landing.

Take a closer look at our complete Doncaster vs Barnsley betting analysis, which presents a full breakdown of our main match prediction, plus our correct score prediction, player prop picks and bet builder tips.

Doncaster vs Barnsley Preview

Doncaster go head-to-head with Barnsley at Eco-Power Stadium, with kick-off set for 07:30 on Saturday 22 August.

Doncaster Rovers were defeated in their last game. Away from home, they suffered a 2-1 loss against Mansfield Town at One Call Stadium.

Barnsley were beaten in their previous game, losing 1-0 at home to Bromley at Oakwell Stadium.

Doncaster Too Strong for Barnsley in Last H2H

These two teams last met at Oakwell Stadium, with Doncaster claiming the away win. Beating Barnsley by a 1-0 scoreline. The previous 3 H2H matches have featured one Doncaster win, one Barnsley victory and a draw.

League One G W D L GF GA GD GD P
19 Doncaster logo Doncaster 1 0 0 1 1 2 -1 1:2 0
21 Barnsley logo Barnsley 1 0 0 1 0 1 -1 0:1 0
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Main Match Prediction

There’s every chance that we’ll see a low goal count for this League One showdown. For this reason, we’ll take the odds of +102 about Under 2.5, with the two teams unlikely to deliver a combined three goals or more.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):

  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 5 Doncaster games at home.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 Doncaster games at home.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Barnsley games.

Plenty of research goes into our football picks. It begins by focusing on the latest League One form and knowing the injury situation. The important numbers can then be utilised to help complete the picture.

Under 2.5 Probability

According to the top betting sites, our pick has a 49.5% chance of landing a return. After careful examination, our tipsters have this probability somewhere between 55-60%. This is why we can recommend this bet.

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Bettors looking for a larger price for a similar selection have the opportunity to wager on Under 1.5 Goals, with a return on the cards if there is one goal or less scored by the full-time whistle.

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Correct Score Prediction

Doncaster Doncaster logo 1 - 1 Barnsley logo Barnsley

We think there’s a chance of a 1-1 draw and this can be backed at odds of +460. We like placing a bet on correct score due to the fun element and the big potential return.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Owen Bailey to Score +255 BetMGM logo

Owen Bailey (Doncaster) has scored four goals in his past ten League One home games. Based on the numbers, we are looking to bet the +255 for him to find the net on the Anytime Goalscorer market.

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Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Under 2.5 +102
Asian Handicap Barnsley +0.5 -132
Anytime Goalscorer Owen Bailey +255

We’re happy to go with a same-game multi that has less than three goals to be registered, Barnsley on the Asian Handicap at +0.5 and Owen Bailey (Doncaster) to score at any time.

We advise a bet builder as it can be a fun approach when betting on a football game. If a bettor has all predictions correct, it’s possible to land a nice pay out from a relatively small amount of money.

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Doncaster vs Barnsley Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Doncaster Betting Favourites to Win

Doncaster Rovers are regarded as having a 50% chance of winning this League One clash in the eyes of the bookies. It means that their current betting odds are -100. If you’re searching for a different slant, Barnsley are available at +250.

There are two Asian Handicap options and they are Doncaster -0.5 at -110 or alternatively Barnsley +0.5. Either go for the favourites to win or opt for the latter and get the draw on your side at -130.

The expectation is that Over 2.5 Goals will be scored according to the latest odds. If both teams to score is something you think will happen, there’s an opportunity to wager Yes at -167 on the BTTS market.

Hundreds of markets are made available when it comes to League One games, with the best football betting sites leaving no stone unturned in terms of available options.

Alfie May Favourite to Score the First Goal

There is +143 available that Alfie May finds the net anytime. If you’re interested in the favourite to score the first goal, then you are able to secure +350.

Player Goals
Alfie May (Doncaster)
First
+350
Anytime
+143
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Cameron McGeehan (Barnsley)
First
+480
Anytime
+190
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Glenn Middleton (Doncaster)
First
+600
Anytime
+245
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Owen Bailey (Doncaster)
First
+600
Anytime
+245
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Last Ten Doncaster Home Matches Have Led to Five Wins

Stats: League One matches only
Doncaster have recorded five victories, three defeats and two draws in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.00 goals per game and conceding 1.10.

Barnsley have four defeats, three victories and three draws in the last 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.40 goals per game and conceding 1.30.

The most recent Eco-Power Stadium meeting saw Barnsley claim a 2-1 win over Doncaster.

Last 10 League Games W-D-L G GF GA O2.5 U2.5 B-Y B-No
Doncaster logo Doncaster Home Stats 5-2-3 2.10 1.00 1.10 3 7 3 7
Barnsley logo Barnsley Away Stats 3-3-4 2.70 1.40 1.30 6 4 7 3
  • W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
  • G = Avg. Goals
  • GF = Avg. Goals For
  • GA = Avg. Goals Against
  • O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
  • U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
  • B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
  • B-No = Matches BTTS No
Team Stats
Doncaster logo Doncaster League Stats
Barnsley logo Barnsley League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
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Doncaster vs Barnsley Lineups & Team News

Double-check the Doncaster vs Barnsley team news before placing your bets. Stay in the know with our predicted and confirmed League One lineups and the latest on injuries.

Previous Doncaster Lineups

15 Aug League One
Mansfield 2-1 Doncaster
08 Aug EFL Cup
Stockport 5-6 Doncaster
02 May League One
Peterborough 1-3 Doncaster
25 Apr League One
Doncaster 1-1 Stevenage
21 Apr League One
Doncaster 0-2 Lincoln
18 Apr League One
Northampton 1-3 Doncaster

Previous Barnsley Lineups

15 Aug League One
Barnsley 0-1 Bromley
08 Aug EFL Cup
Barnsley 7-6 Wigan
02 May League One
Barnsley 1-3 Stockport
28 Apr League One
Northampton 0-1 Barnsley
25 Apr League One
Luton 2-1 Barnsley
21 Apr League One
Stevenage 1-0 Barnsley
Team Squads

Doncaster Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Grant McCann

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Tommy Simkin 1 G 1 90 1 0 0 0 0 0
Alfie May 19 F 1 90 1 0 0 0 0 0
Jay McGrath 6 D 1 90 1 0 0 0 0 0
Owen Bailey 4 M 1 90 1 0 0 0 0 0
Neill Byrne 12 D 1 90 1 0 0 0 0 0

Barnsley Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Daniel Stendel

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Josh Earl 32 D 1 90 1 0 0 0 0 0
Tyrese Noslin 11 D 1 90 1 0 0 0 0 0
Cameron McGeehan 8 M 1 90 1 0 0 0 1 0
Sam Gale 4 M 1 90 1 0 0 0 0 0
Rogan Ravenhill 25 G 1 90 1 0 0 0 0 0
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League One Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Huddersfield 1 1 0 0 3:0 3
2 Stockport 1 1 0 0 3:1 3
3 Bradford 1 1 0 0 2:0 3
4 Luton 1 1 0 0 4:3 3
5 Cambridge 1 1 0 0 3:2 3
6 Sheffield Wed 1 1 0 0 2:1 3
7 Mansfield 1 1 0 0 2:1 3
8 Bromley 1 1 0 0 1:0 3
9 MK Dons 1 0 1 0 2:2 1
10 Oxford 1 0 1 0 2:2 1
11 Leicester 1 0 1 0 1:1 1
12 Stevenage 1 0 1 0 1:1 1
13 Wycombe 1 0 1 0 1:1 1
14 Blackpool 1 0 1 0 1:1 1
15 Burton 1 0 1 0 1:1 1
16 Notts County 1 0 1 0 1:1 1
17 Reading 1 0 0 1 3:4 0
18 Wigan 1 0 0 1 2:3 0
19 Doncaster 1 0 0 1 1:2 0
20 Leyton Orient 1 0 0 1 1:2 0
21 Barnsley 1 0 0 1 0:1 0
22 Plymouth 1 0 0 1 1:3 0
23 Peterborough 1 0 0 1 0:2 0
24 Wimbledon 1 0 0 1 0:3 0
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Huddersfield 1 1 0 0 3:0 3
2 Bradford 1 1 0 0 2:0 3
3 Cambridge 1 1 0 0 3:2 3
4 Mansfield 1 1 0 0 2:1 3
5 Oxford 1 0 1 0 2:2 1
6 Blackpool 1 0 1 0 1:1 1
7 Burton 1 0 1 0 1:1 1
8 Notts County 1 0 1 0 1:1 1
9 Stockport 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
10 Luton 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
11 Sheffield Wed 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
12 Bromley 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
13 MK Dons 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
14 Leicester 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
15 Stevenage 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
16 Wycombe 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
17 Wigan 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
18 Doncaster 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
19 Peterborough 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
20 Wimbledon 0 0 0 0 0:0 0
21 Reading 1 0 0 1 3:4 0
22 Leyton Orient 1 0 0 1 1:2 0
23 Barnsley 1 0 0 1 0:1 0
24 Plymouth 1 0 0 1 1:3 0

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