Rochdale host Doncaster Rovers at Crown Oil Arena, Rochdale, Greater Manchester today at 8:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 3 points in the EFL Trophy North – Group H, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Rochdale come into this fixture out of form (0W 2L recently). Doncaster Rovers, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (1W 0D 1L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Rochdale head into this on the back of a defeat, while Doncaster Rovers arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Rochdale face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Doncaster Rovers have won 7 of 10 encounters, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Rochdale won 3–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Rochdale a slight edge, but Doncaster Rovers are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.