Doncaster Rovers are back under the lights this evening as they turn their attention to a home match against newly-promoted Notts County.
Still in search of their first league win of the season, Grant McCann’s side go into this game on the back of an entertaining 2-2 draw at Stevenage, which saw Jack Senior continue his excellent form in front of goal, and Owen Bailey claim his first of the season after penning a new long-term deal at DN4.
There were plenty of positives to take from the draw in Hertfordshire, particularly in the second half, with Rovers creating the better chances of the two sides and responding well to going behind.
However, there was also a number of things for McCann to be frustrated about after conceding what he described as ‘two really soft goals’ in the contest.
Rovers are keen to get three points to really kickstart the campaign on matchday four, but they are set to face a challenging test against a Notts County side that have so far been able to avoid defeat in their first three matches despite facing two of the pre-season favourites for promotion in Leicester City and Luton Town in the early weeks of the campaign.
Ahead of this evening’s contest, here’s our predicted Doncaster Rovers lineup with one change from the team that drew at Stevenage.
5. LB: Jack Senior
Jack Senior curled home a stunning equaliser in the match between Stevenage and Doncaster Rovers and has started the season in excellent fashion. | Howard Roe AHPIX LTD 07973739229 [email protected]
6. CM: Darren Robinson
Darren Robinson made just his third league start for Rovers against Stevenage last time out. He could retain his place but will likely face competition from George Broadbent. | Howard Roe AHPIX LTD 07973739229 [email protected]
7. CM: Robbie Gotts
The 26-year-old has been solid and dependable in central midfield this season. He's expected to remain a regular in his second term at the club. | Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD
8. CM: Isaac Hutchinson
The summer signing was on the scoresheet in his last appearance at home against Middlesbrough in the Carabao Cup. He's still settling into his new surroundings but is expected to be a key figure this season. | Howard Roe AHPIX LTD 07973739229 [email protected]