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One of the standout fixtures from League One this weekend will be the match between Rotherham and Sunderland at the AESSEAL New York Stadium. The teams have competing for promotion in the early part of the season and the game promises to be an intense battle.
Rotherham vs Sunderland – Free Betting Tips & Predictions
Rotherham managed a stellar 5-0 win over Manchester City U21 team in the midweek EFL Trophy match. During the weekend action in League One, Rotherham picked up a 3-0 success over Milton Keynes. Sunderland progressed into the quarter-finals of the League Cup after beating Championship outfit QPR on penalties following a goalless draw in the midweek. During the weekend, Sunderland suffered a major setback in the promotion race after losing 1-0 to Charlton at home.
- Match result – Rotherham win @ 11/10 (2.10)
- Total goals – over 2.5 @ 21/20 (2.05)
- Anytime scorer – Michael Smith @ 7/5 (2.40)
The odds presented here are always subject to change. One should check with the bookmaker before placing the bet. These odds from Ladbrokes were correct at the time of writing. Ladbrokes are our recommended bookmaker for the big game.
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Rotherham to win the game
Rotherham are the team with momentum coming into this match. They also have had a day’s worth of additional rest and preparation for this match. Sunderland have had back-to-back matches in which they have not scored a goal. The Black Cats are likely to be down on confidence – especially when compared with Rotherham.
Total goals over 2.5
In the last five matches for Rotherham, four games have produced over 2.5 goals. A number of the attacking players at Rotherham have been on form. Even if Sunderland are not scoring goals, they have been strong at the back with only one goal conceded in the last three games. However, this match should produce over 2.5 goals due to the offensive brilliance of the hosts.
Michael Smith to score anytime
Michael Smith has been showing excellent form for Rotherham with 10 goals from his 14 league appearances. He has already matched his tally from the Championship last season. Smith has grabbed four goals in as many games coming into this fixture.
Rotherham vs Sunderland: League One Match Preview
Rotherham
Rotherham have been on a stellar run that has put them just three points behind the leaders Plymouth. Over the last six matches, only Wycombe have managed more points than Rotherham, whose away form has been sensational. There are no injury worries for manager Paul Warne.
Sunderland
The loss to Charlton is a major blow to Sunderland’s hopes of promotion. After multiple campaigns in which the team has been unable to finish in the automatic promotion spots, the Black Cats cannot afford to slip up further. Arbenit Xhemajli and Jordan Willis are the players unavailable for manager Lee Johnson.
Analysing the League One Stats for Rotherham vs Sunderland
Here are the top stats for the game along with a tool to help you pick the best odds.
SunderlandRotherham vs Sunderland | |||
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30/10/21 League 1 | Rotherham  Rotherham | 5 - 1 |  Sunderland Sunderland |
17/09/19 League 1 | Sunderland Sunderland | 1 - 1 | Rotherham Rotherham |
23/07/16 UF | Rotherham Rotherham | 1 - 2 | Sunderland Sunderland |
Rotherham | |||
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Last 5 | |||
30/11/21 EET | Rotherham Rotherham | 1 - 1 |  Port Vale Port Vale |
27/11/21 League 1 | Oxford Utd  Oxford Utd | 0 - 0 | Rotherham Rotherham |
23/11/21 League 1 | Ipswich  Ipswich | 0 - 2 | Rotherham Rotherham |
20/11/21 League 1 | Rotherham Rotherham | 3 - 1 |  Cambridge Utd Cambridge Utd |
06/11/21 FA Cup | Rotherham Rotherham | 3 - 0 |  Bromley Bromley |
Sunderland | |||
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Last 5 | |||
01/12/21 EET | Sunderland Sunderland | 0 - 1 |  Oldham Oldham |
27/11/21 League 1 | Cambridge Utd Cambridge Utd | 1 - 2 | Sunderland Sunderland |
23/11/21 League 1 |  Shrewsbury Shrewsbury | 1 - 1 | Sunderland Sunderland |
20/11/21 League 1 | Sunderland Sunderland | 2 - 0 | Ipswich Ipswich |
09/11/21 EET | Sunderland Sunderland | 1 - 1 |  Bradford Bradford |
FAQs on Rotherham vs Sunderland game
Where is the match going to take place? AESSEAL New York Stadium
When will this match start? October 30, 2021 at 15:00 GMT
Who is the favourite team to win the game? Rotherham
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