Rotherham vs Chesterfield Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 29 Aug 2026
Rotherham vs Chesterfield Predictions
There’s a case for betting Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market. The numbers suggest that Rotherham and Chesterfield might struggle to exceed this total and the odds of -128 look more than fair.
Scroll down to view our Rotherham vs Chesterfield betting preview, where we break down our main match prediction in full, followed by our correct score prediction and bet builder tips.
Rotherham vs Chesterfield Preview
Rotherham take on Chesterfield at New York Stadium, with kick-off set for 08:00 on Saturday 29 August.
Rotherham United played York City at home in their last game. It was a 1-1 draw at New York Stadium.
Chesterfield got the win in their previous game. A 1-0 triumph occurred away from home at Peninsula Stadium when playing Salford City.
| League Two | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 |  Chesterfield |
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 3 |
| 17 |  Rotherham |
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 2:3 | 1 |
Main Match Prediction
The teams might play out a low-scoring League Two clash, with Under 2.5 looking like the best selection. We can head to the betting sites and secure odds of -128 for this pick.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
Understanding the injured players situation proves useful when assembling football picks. Once we’ve also considered the form guide, we use the latest stats and provide League Two betting predictions.
According to the latest odds, there’s a 56.2% likelihood of our pick winning. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 60-65%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
Those in search of a bigger price might consider combining the Under 2.5 Goals pick with a particular team to win. This is available through the Result & Total Goals market.
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Correct Score Prediction
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Chesterfield
We’ve found an attractive bet at odds of +430 and it involves the game ending in a 1-1 scoreline. We like a wager on correct score as there’s the chance to bank a bigger return.
Bet Builder Tips
You’re welcome to follow our bet builder which has two or less goals to be registered, Rotherham on the Asian Handicap at +0.5 as well as Both Teams to Score.
A bet builder is a great alternative for football punters who want to focus their wagering on a single game. You can go through the available markets and cherry-pick the outcomes that you think will happen. The odds for each selection are then combined together.
Rotherham vs Chesterfield 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.
The latest Chesterfield odds are +120 which leads to them being favourites in this League Two clash. It’s also implied by the bookmakers that they have a 45% prospect of securing a victory. If you’re searching for a different slant, Rotherham United are available at +190.
The Asian Handicap -0.5 provides the chance to bet on Chesterfield to effectively win. If you want to oppose them, there’s the alternative to back Rotherham +0.5 at -172 and that gets the draw onside.
The Total Goals market always provides an interesting angle and Under 2.5 Goals is the shortest-priced option. BTTS Yes is on offer at -143 for anyone who wants to side with Both Teams to Score.
The best football betting sites will provide a first-class service and that includes getting hundreds of markets. Scan through them for any League Two game and take your pick.
Stats: League matches only
Rotherham are winless over their previous seven games at New York Stadium. The Millers have recorded five draws, four defeats and one victory in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 0.70 goals per game and conceding 1.40.
Chesterfield have avoided defeat in their last seven away matches. Paul Cook's side have six wins, three draws and one loss in the last 10 away games, scoring an average of 1.30 goals per match and conceding 0.80.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotherham Home Stats |
1-5-4 | 2.10 | 0.70 | 1.40 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 5 | |
| Chesterfield Away Stats |
6-3-1 | 2.10 | 1.30 | 0.80 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 5 | |
- 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
Rotherham League Stats
Chesterfield League Stats
- 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 4 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.70 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Rotherham this season are Ewan Otoo (1), Jili Buyabu (1)
- Top Assistors for Rotherham this season are Fabio Tavares (1), Kian Spence (1)
Rotherham vs Chesterfield Lineups & Team News
The Rotherham vs Chesterfield team news could change everything — review it before betting. We’ll keep you posted with predicted and confirmed lineups for League Two and all current injury news.
Previous Rotherham Lineups
Previous Chesterfield Lineups
Rotherham Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Alex Bruce
Chesterfield Player Stats & Squad
League Two Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barnet | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6:2 | 6 |
| 2 | Crewe | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 6 |
| 3 | Walsall | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:0 | 4 |
| 4 | Tranmere | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:1 | 4 |
| 5 | Colchester | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 6 | York City | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 7 | Swindon | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2:1 | 4 |
| 8 | Fleetwood | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1:0 | 4 |
| 9 | Grimsby | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1:0 | 4 |
| 10 | Bristol Rovers | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7:6 | 3 |
| 11 | Newport | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6:5 | 3 |
| 12 | Oldham | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 3 |
| 13 | Exeter | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 14 | Cheltenham | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 15 | Crawley | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 16 | Chesterfield | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1:1 | 3 |
| 17 | Rotherham | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2:3 | 1 |
| 18 | Northampton | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0:1 | 1 |
| 19 | Accr. Stanley | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2:4 | 1 |
| 20 | Port Vale | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1:3 | 1 |
| 21 | Gillingham | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0:3 | 1 |
| 22 | Salford | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:4 | 0 |
| 23 | Rochdale | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:5 | 0 |
| 24 | Shrewsbury | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:5 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newport | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 3 |
| 2 | Bristol Rovers | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5:3 | 3 |
| 3 | Barnet | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 3 |
| 4 | Tranmere | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 5 | Oldham | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 6 | Exeter | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 7 | York City | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:2 | 3 |
| 8 | Colchester | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 9 | Swindon | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 10 | Cheltenham | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 11 | Crewe | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 12 | Grimsby | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 13 | Accr. Stanley | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2:2 | 1 |
| 14 | Rotherham | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
| 15 | Port Vale | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
| 16 | Walsall | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
| 17 | Fleetwood | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
| 18 | Northampton | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
| 19 | Rochdale | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 20 | Crawley | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
| 21 | Chesterfield | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
| 22 | Salford | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
| 23 | Shrewsbury | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:3 | 0 |
| 24 | Gillingham | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:3 | 0 |
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