Prediction: Oct 7th -EFL Trophy---Grimsby Town VS Doncaster Rovers
EFL Trophy - Grimsby Town VS Doncaster Rovers
Match Time:08-10-2025 02:00 Wednesday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Grimsby Town, a high-flying side in League Two, is enjoying an excellent run of form, especially in cup competitions, having already achieved some high-profile victories against higher-division opponents this season. They come into this game on the back of a convincing 2-0 league win over Salford City. Grimsby's confidence is high, but they need a win here after a 1-2 loss to Bradford City in their EFL Trophy opener.
Doncaster Rovers, from League One, are currently in the midst of a significant slump in their league form, having lost four of their last five matches. However, they started their EFL Trophy campaign with a 2-1 victory over Everton U21s, showing their cup pedigree. Historically, Doncaster has a dominant record against Grimsby, having won their last three visits to Blundell Park, scoring 11 goals in the process.
Match Analysis
This EFL Trophy Northern Group H match is crucial for both teams. Grimsby Town is seeking to recover from their initial defeat, while Doncaster Rovers desperately needs a victory to halt their slide and boost team morale.
Key Considerations: Squad rotation is inevitable for both teams. Crucially, Grimsby Town's spectacular cup form and current momentum cannot be ignored, even when facing a League One side. Doncaster's rotated squad has also proven capable, as evidenced by their 4-0 win against a Championship side earlier in the season. However, Doncaster's recent poor run and their struggle to score in recent away games present a significant psychological hurdle.
Player Status
Grimsby Town will rotate their squad, but the players who feature will be buzzing with the confidence from their recent league and cup successes.
Doncaster Rovers is also expected to make wholesale changes. They will likely be without midfielder Harry Clifton and defender Connor O'Riordan due to injuries. Manager Grant McCann will need his fringe players to step up and deliver a strong performance to break their recent losing streak and away goal drought.
Nowgoal Prediction
This will be a competitive East Coast Derby with a high probability of goals. Despite Doncaster's historical dominance in this fixture, Grimsby Town's superior current momentum and home advantage are expected to be the deciding factors. The Mariners will edge out a victory in a tight contest.
Prediction: Grimsby Town 2 - 1 Doncaster Rovers
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