'Full of beans' - Doncaster Rovers player ratings from Bradford City defeat

Doncaster Rovers’ adventure in the EFL Trophy is over for another year, after Tuesday night’s loss at Bradford City.

By Ricky Charlesworth

Published 30th Jan 2024, 21:32 BST

Harry Chapman’s second half free-kick was the only difference between the two sides. Here is how we rated the Rovers players tonight:

Alex Gilliead keeps Conor Carty at arms length. (Picture Bruce Rollinson).

1. Alex Gilliead keeps Conor Carty at arms length. Bradford City v Doncaster Rovers. EFL Trophy. University of Bradford Stadium. Picture Bryce Rollinson 30 January 2024.

Alex Gilliead keeps Conor Carty at arms length. (Picture Bruce Rollinson). Photo: Bruce Rollinson

Pulled off some really impressive saves, the pick of the bunch probably the one just after half-time when he kept out Richards low to his right with a fine, strong stop. Hard to criticise him for Chapman's goal.

2. Louis Jones - 6

Pulled off some really impressive saves, the pick of the bunch probably the one just after half-time when he kept out Richards low to his right with a fine, strong stop. Hard to criticise him for Chapman's goal. Photo: Contributed

A welcome return to the fold. Offered a good outlet down the right and got forward when he could. Encouraging signs that he lasted the full 90 minutes.

3. Jamie Sterry - 7

A welcome return to the fold. Offered a good outlet down the right and got forward when he could. Encouraging signs that he lasted the full 90 minutes. Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD

Much-needed nous and experience showed, especially when marshalling the defence during corners. Went close to a rare goal second half.

4. Richard Wood - 6

Much-needed nous and experience showed, especially when marshalling the defence during corners. Went close to a rare goal second half. Photo: HOWARD ROE