Grant McCann recently took charge of his 250th match across two spells with Doncaster Rovers, making him one of the club’s longest serving managers in the modern era alongside Sean O’Driscoll and Dave Penney.
McCann first took charge of Rovers in the 2018/19 campaign, leading the team to a sixth place finish and a play-off semi-final in League One before departing for Hull City.
He returned four years later in 2023, inheriting a team that had finished 18th in League Two just a season before his arrival.
McCann oversaw a lot of change at the club in the three and half years since his return, with the club climbing from the fourth tier back into League One after being crowned champions in 2025.
But who has racked up the most appearances for the Northern Irishmen across his two stints at Doncaster Rovers? Here we countdown the top 20, based on information from Transfermarkt.

17. Brandon Hanlan - 65 appearances
Former Wycombe frontman Hanlan has scored eight times in 65 appearances since making the move to DN4. He claimed his first of this season during the EFL Trophy win over Rochdale. | Bruce Rollinson/AHPIX LTD

18. Alfie May - 62 appearances
Alfie May has played for Grant McCann in both of his spells at Doncaster Rovers. He rejoined the club this summer on loan from Huddersfield Town and has so far managed five goals across all competitions this term. | Howard Roe

19. Robbie Gotts - 61 appearances
The talented midfielder, who recently signed a contract extension, is likely to be significantly higher on this list in 12 months time. He's been impressive since his move from Barrow in 2025. | Craig Hawkhead/AHPIX LTD

20. Thimothée Lo-Tutala - 59 appearances
Thimothée Lo-Tutala joined the club on loan during the 2023/24 season, in a move which coincided with the club's upturn in fortunes. He returned on loan again last season and played 39 times. The goalkeeper currently plays for Colchester United.


