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Doncaster vs Sutton Utd

Eco-Power Stadium, Doncaster, South Yorkshire14 October 2023 at 15:00
41
Referee: D. Bourne

Match Events

Doncaster
Sutton Utd
Kick Off
J. Ironside

Penalty

17′
29′Christian N'Guessan
34′Joe Kizzi
Half Time
J. Ironside

assist: O. Bailey

52′
Tommy Rowe56′
T. RoweH. Biggins
60′
Z. Westbrooke
63′
66′
C. NGuessanH. Beautyman
M. Faal

assist: L. Molyneux

67′
Thomas Nixon73′
78′
O. PatrickD. Bughail-Mellor
Z. WestbrookeG. Broadbent
80′
M. FaalJ. Goodman
81′
B. CloseT. Kuleya
85′
90+5′Harry Smith
90+9′
H. Smith

assist: J. Coley

Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal3
2Shots off Goal3
12Total Shots6
5Blocked Shots0
11Shots insidebox6
1Shots outsidebox0
15Fouls10
2Corner Kicks1
2Offsides2
64%Ball Possession36%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves1
472Total passes262
373Passes accurate152
79%Passes %58%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Doncaster is 6.70, compared to — for Sutton Utd. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Doncaster's highest-rated starter is O. Bailey (7.02), while Sutton Utd's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Doncaster have contributed 22 goals and 11 assists this season, led by O. Bailey (13G). Sutton Utd's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Doncaster deploy 5 defenders rated 6.84 on average, against Sutton Utd's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Doncaster field 3 midfielders averaging 6.73, versus Sutton Utd's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Doncaster start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.25, compared to 2 for Sutton Utd averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 73% for Doncaster and —% for Sutton Utd. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Doncaster's starters have collected 15 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Sutton Utd. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Doncaster's starting XI is 27.7 (youngest: T. Nixon (23), oldest: J. Ironside (32)), while Sutton Utd average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Doncaster's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 0 for Sutton Utd. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Doncaster5-3-24-4-2Sutton Utd
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Jones7Molyneux17Bailey4Anderson5Olowu16Nixon10Rowe24Westbro.33Close20Ironside36Faal21Bouzanis22Kizzi4Sowunmi5Goodlif.42Hart7Coley16Clay8N'Guess.11Patrick9Smith40O'Brien

Substitutes

Coach: G. McCann

Substitutes

Coach: M. Gray

DoncasterPosition StrengthSutton Utd
6.70
Avg Rating
6.84Defender (5 v 4)
21G 11A0G 0A
6.73Midfielder (3 v 4)
1G 0A0G 0A
6.25Forward (2 v 2)
0G 0A0G 0A
Doncaster5-3-2
12GoalkeeperL. Jones
7DefenderL. Molyneux6.88G7A
17DefenderO. Bailey7.013G4A
4DefenderT. Anderson
5DefenderJ. Olowu
16DefenderT. Nixon6.7
10MidfielderT. Rowe
24MidfielderZ. Westbrooke
33MidfielderB. Close6.71G
20ForwardJ. Ironside6.3
36ForwardM. Faal
Sutton Utd4-4-2
21GoalkeeperD. Bouzanis
22DefenderJ. Kizzi
4DefenderO. Sowunmi
5DefenderB. Goodliffe
42DefenderS. Hart
7MidfielderJ. Coley
16MidfielderC. Clay
8MidfielderC. N'Guessan
11MidfielderO. Patrick
9ForwardH. Smith
40ForwardA. O'Brien

Match Summary

Doncaster defeated Sutton Utd 4:1. The match was played in League Two 2023. Goals were scored by J. Ironside 17′ (pen.), J. Ironside 52′, Z. Westbrooke 63′, M. Faal 67′, H. Smith 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Doncaster had 64% possession while Sutton Utd held 36%. Doncaster had 12 shots (5 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for Sutton Utd. Doncaster made 4 substitutions, Sutton Utd made 2.

Rivalry since 2022

Doncaster vs Sutton Utd Head to Head Results

3 stretnutí
Doncaster
1
wins
Drawn
1
Sutton Utd
1
wins
Total goals
7 · 2.3/match
Both scored
2/3 · 67%
Over 2.5
1/3 · 33%

Recent Form

Doncaster

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Sutton Utd

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Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

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Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Doncaster

W 86D 37L 61
Over 2.556
Goals scored277

Away Record: Sutton Utd

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026