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Morecambe vs Doncaster

Mazuma Mobile Stadium, Morecambe, Lancashire6 April 2024 at 15:00
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Referee: D. Drysdale

Match Events

Morecambe
Doncaster
Kick Off
12′
L. Molyneux

assist: H. Adelakun

23′
L. Molyneux
27′
H. BigginsT. Rowe
Gwion Edwards39′
Half Time
Jake Taylor55′
C. BrownJ. Adams
61′
J. TaylorJ. McKiernan
61′
68′Hakeeb Adelakun
74′
J. IronsideM. Biamou
76′Matthew Craig
D. TutondaF. Rawson
78′
G. GarnerJ. Hiwula-Mayifuila
78′
J. SlewJ. Larsson
79′
84′
L. MolyneuxZ. Westbrooke
85′
H. AdelakunK. Hurst
88′Jamie Sterry
90+1′
T. Rowe

assist: M. Biamou

Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal9
12Total Shots14
4Blocked Shots1
5Shots insidebox8
7Shots outsidebox6
8Fouls15
5Corner Kicks5
2Offsides0
54%Ball Possession46%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
362Total passes312
269Passes accurate229
74%Passes %73%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Morecambe is —, compared to 6.72 for Doncaster. 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. Morecambe's highest-rated starter is —, while Doncaster's best-rated player is O. Bailey (7.02).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Morecambe have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Doncaster's starters account for 23 goals and 16 assists, spearheaded by O. Bailey (13G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Morecambe deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Doncaster's 4-man backline averaging 6.79. 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

Morecambe field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Doncaster's 5 rated 6.88. 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

Morecambe start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Doncaster averaging 6.25. 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 —% for Morecambe and 69% for Doncaster. 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

Morecambe's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 24 for Doncaster. 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 Morecambe's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Doncaster average 27.1 (youngest: T. Lo-Tutala (22), oldest: J. Ironside (32)). 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

Morecambe's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 27 for Doncaster. 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.

Morecambe4-2-3-14-2-3-1Doncaster
GKDEFMIDFWD
30Mair12Senior15Stokes4Bedeau3Tutonda38Khumbeni18Taylor20Brown19Edwards14Slew9Garner15Lo-Tuta.2Sterry5Olowu6Wood3Maxwell17Bailey37Craig7Molyneux14Biggins47Adelakun20Ironside

Substitutes

Coach: J. McMahon

Substitutes

Coach: G. McCann

MorecambePosition StrengthDoncaster
Avg Rating
6.72
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.59
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 4)6.79
0G 0A0G 3A
Midfielder (5 v 5)6.88
0G 0A23G 13A
Forward (1 v 1)6.25
0G 0A0G 0A
Morecambe4-2-3-1
30GoalkeeperA. Mair
12DefenderJ. Senior
15DefenderC. Stokes
4DefenderJ. Bedeau
3DefenderD. Tutonda
38MidfielderN. Khumbeni
18MidfielderJ. Taylor
20MidfielderC. Brown
19MidfielderG. Edwards
14MidfielderJ. Slew
9ForwardG. Garner
Doncaster4-2-3-1
15GoalkeeperT. Lo-Tutala6.6
2DefenderJ. Sterry6.71A
5DefenderJ. Olowu
6DefenderR. Wood
3DefenderJ. Maxwell6.82A
17MidfielderO. Bailey7.013G4A
37MidfielderM. Craig
7MidfielderL. Molyneux6.88G7A
14MidfielderH. Biggins
47MidfielderH. Adelakun6.82G2A
20ForwardJ. Ironside6.3

Match Summary

Doncaster defeated Morecambe 3:0. The match was played in League Two 2023. Goals were scored by L. Molyneux 12′, L. Molyneux 23′, T. Rowe 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Morecambe had 54% possession while Doncaster held 46%. Morecambe had 12 shots (3 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for Doncaster. Morecambe made 5 substitutions, Doncaster made 4.

Rivalry since 2016

Morecambe vs Doncaster Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Morecambe
2
wins
Drawn
1
Doncaster
4
wins
Total goals
23 · 3.3/match
Both scored
3/7 · 43%
Over 2.5
3/7 · 43%

Recent Form

Morecambe

LLLDWL

Doncaster

WDLWWL

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

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Doncaster dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Morecambe1wins
1draws6 meetings
Doncaster4wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

33%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (34%) — the odds may underestimate Doncaster.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.4%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 36.1%Draw 27.4%Away 41.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.703.502.38
Max2.863.752.40
Over 2.5: 57.1%Under 2.5: 48.8%
Market favourite: · Even contest

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market33.7%26.1%40.3%
Public market35.1%25.3%39.5%
Δ1.5%0.8%0.7%

Morecambe vs Doncaster — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Doncaster
Result vs. Market: Doncaster (42%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

MorecambeHalf-time:02Doncaster
12Shots14
3Shots on target4

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
18/02/25Morecambe0–1Doncaster3.75/3.57/1.95
24/08/24Doncaster1–0Morecambe1.48/4.20/6.68
06/04/24Morecambe0–3Doncaster2.77/3.65/2.39
16/12/23Doncaster0–5Morecambe2.10/3.55/3.38
10/09/16Morecambe1–5Doncaster4.55/3.64/1.84
04/02/17Doncaster1–1Morecambe1.42/4.94/7.98

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: Morecambe

W 229D 196L 302
Over 2.550
Goals scored890

Away Record: Doncaster

W 86D 37L 61
Over 2.556
Goals scored277

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026