- Full Time
- B. Hanlan on for A. May88'
- 86'C. Taylor on for L. Alker
- 83'J. Earl
- 75'R. Cleary on for A. Richards
- I. Hutchinson on for G. Broadbent73'
- B. McCann on for H. Adelakun73'
- 68'N. Town on for M. Kirk
- L. Ayinde on for J. Thomas63'
- J. Thomas61'
- Half Time
- Kick Off
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Tyrese Noslin5 - 2
Owen Bailey4 - 3George Broadbent3
- 1Sam Gale2
- 2Jack Senior2
- 3Arley Kay2
- 1Luke Alker3
- 2Jack Senior2
- 3Alfie May2
- 1Josh Earl51
- 2Luca Connell38
- 3Sam Gale33
- 1Jack Senior3
- 2Arley Kay2
- 3Owen Bailey2
- 1Sam Gale4
- 2Robbie Gotts3
- 3Arley Kay3
Doncaster Rovers vs Barnsley is a South Yorkshire League One derby at the Eco-Power Stadium on Saturday at 12.30pm, with both sides looking to recover from opening-day defeats.
Rovers and Barnsley both lost their first games and meet in a heated local derby. Anthony Eadson has the best bets, a score prediction and the head-to-head record below.
Premium Tips
Anthony Eadson expects an emotionally charged derby with goals at both ends.
| Premium Tip | Odds | Why we’re backing it |
|---|---|---|
| Alfie May to score anytime | 6/4 | Alfie May has a proven track record of scoring regularly in League One, netting 23 goals for Charlton in 2023/24 before adding 16 more for Birmingham during their title-winning campaign in 2024/25. The Doncaster striker now faces Barnsley after scoring in the Rovers’ opening game, and he remains a reliable source of goals at this level. With Doncaster favoured at home, back May to score anytime at 6/4 with betVictor. |
| Doncaster Rovers to win | 10/11 | Doncaster were narrowly beaten 2-1 by Mansfield on the opening weekend but showed enough to suggest they can respond on home soil. Barnsley, meanwhile, suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat to newly promoted Bromley and face another tough away day in this South Yorkshire derby. With home advantage and Doncaster looking the stronger side going forward, back the Rovers to claim their first League One win of the season |
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How Doncaster Rovers go into the game
Doncaster began with a narrow 2-1 defeat at Mansfield, an unfortunate result after a decent display. The Eco-Power Stadium will be bouncing for a derby the home fans desperately want to win.
Rovers will fancy their chances against a Barnsley side also low on early confidence. Home advantage in such a charged atmosphere could prove telling.
How Barnsley go into the game
Barnsley slipped to a 1-0 home defeat against Bromley on the opening day, a frustrating start for a side with promotion ambitions. A derby is the perfect fixture to spark their season.
The Tykes have the quality to trouble Doncaster but must be more clinical than they were last week. Local pride will ensure they arrive fired up.
Doncaster Rovers vs Barnsley head-to-head
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21/03/26 | Barnsley | 0-1 | Doncaster |
| 08/11/25 | Doncaster | 1-2 | Barnsley |
| 15/03/19 | Doncaster | 0-0 | Barnsley |
| 24/11/18 | Barnsley | 1-1 | Doncaster |
Honours even in the last four, with a win each and two draws.
Doncaster Rovers vs Barnsley predictions & betting tips
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both teams to score | 4/6 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Open defences and derby tension. |
| Doncaster Rovers to win | 10/11 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Home edge in a fierce derby. |
| Doncaster or draw (Double Chance) | 4/9 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Cover on the hosts. |
| Over 2.5 goals | 8/11 | ⭐⭐ | Goals expected in a lively derby. |
| Doncaster Rovers to win 2-1 | 13/2 | ⭐⭐ | Headline scoreline. |
Doncaster Rovers vs Barnsley score prediction
Derbies are notoriously hard to call, but Doncaster’s home advantage should just about tip the balance. Expect an intense, open game with goals at both ends. Score prediction: Doncaster Rovers 2-1 Barnsley.
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