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Doncaster vs Morecambe

Eco-Power Stadium, Doncaster, South Yorkshire24 August 2024 at 15:00
10
Referee: S. Tallis

Match Events

Doncaster
Morecambe
Kick Off
H. Clifton
20′
Brandon Fleming38′
Half Time
62′David Tutonda
J. GibsonK. Hurst
63′
B. SharpJ. Ironside
63′
66′Yann Songo'o
70′
H. HopeL. Angol
73′Jordan Slew
P. KellyJ. Sbarra
74′
L. MolyneuxE. Yeboah
74′
78′
G. EdwardsB. Tollitt
79′
Y. SongooT. White
79′
D. TutondaA. Lewis
87′Luke Hendrie
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal2
6Shots off Goal2
14Total Shots7
5Blocked Shots3
9Shots insidebox4
5Shots outsidebox3
13Fouls15
6Corner Kicks7
2Offsides0
58%Ball Possession42%
1Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves1
435Total passes305
342Passes accurate210
79%Passes %69%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Doncaster is 6.75, compared to — for Morecambe. 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 Morecambe's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Doncaster have contributed 33 goals and 16 assists this season, led by O. Bailey (13G). Morecambe'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 4 defenders rated 6.73 on average, against Morecambe'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 5 midfielders averaging 6.77, versus Morecambe's 5 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 1 forward(s) averaging 6.70, compared to 1 for Morecambe 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 71% for Doncaster and —% for Morecambe. 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 25 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Morecambe. 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 29.3 (youngest: O. Bailey (26), oldest: B. Sharp (39)), while Morecambe 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 39 league appearances each, versus 0 for Morecambe. 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.

Doncaster4-2-3-14-2-3-1Morecambe
GKDEFMIDFWD
19Sharman.2Sterry5Olowu4Anderson27Fleming17Bailey22Kelly7Molyneux15Clifton11Gibson14Sharp25Moore2Hendrie14Williams6Stott23Tutonda24Songo'o28Jones7Edwards8Macadam11Slew9Hope

Substitutes

Coach: G. McCann

Substitutes

Coach: D. Adams

DoncasterPosition StrengthMorecambe
6.75
Avg Rating
6.73Defender (4 v 4)
0G 1A0G 0A
6.77Midfielder (5 v 5)
26G 14A0G 0A
6.70Forward (1 v 1)
7G 1A0G 0A
Doncaster4-2-3-1
19GoalkeeperT. Sharman-Lowe
2DefenderJ. Sterry6.71A
5DefenderJ. Olowu
4DefenderT. Anderson
27DefenderB. Fleming
17MidfielderO. Bailey7.013G4A
22MidfielderP. Kelly
7MidfielderL. Molyneux6.88G7A
15MidfielderH. Clifton6.62G1A
11MidfielderJ. Gibson6.73G2A
14ForwardB. Sharp6.77G1A
Morecambe4-2-3-1
25GoalkeeperS. Moore
2DefenderL. Hendrie
14DefenderR. Williams
6DefenderJ. Stott
23DefenderD. Tutonda
24MidfielderY. Songo'o
28MidfielderC. Jones
7MidfielderG. Edwards
8MidfielderH. Macadam
11MidfielderJ. Slew
9ForwardH. Hope

Match Summary

Doncaster defeated Morecambe 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2024. Goals were scored by H. Clifton 20′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Doncaster had 58% possession while Morecambe held 42%. Doncaster had 14 shots (3 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Morecambe. Doncaster made 4 substitutions, Morecambe made 4.

Rivalry since 2016

Doncaster vs Morecambe Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Doncaster
4
wins
Drawn
1
Morecambe
2
wins
Total goals
25 · 3.6/match
Both scored
3/7 · 43%
Over 2.5
4/7 · 57%

Recent Form

Doncaster

WDLWWL

Morecambe

LLLDWL

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.

Doncaster4wins
1draws6 meetings
Morecambe1wins

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 (33%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (64%) — the odds may underestimate Morecambe.

Market Summary

Margin: 6.4%

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 67.6%Draw 23.8%Away 15.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.464.006.50
Max1.504.417.00
Over 2.5: 58.8%Under 2.5: 47.6%
Market favourite:Doncaster · Heavy favourite

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 market64.3%21.3%14.4%
Public market63.2%23.4%13.4%
Δ1.1%2.1%1.0%

Doncaster vs Morecambe — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Doncaster
Result vs. Market: Doncaster (68%)

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.

DoncasterHalf-time:10Morecambe
14Shots7
3Shots on target2

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: Doncaster

W 86D 37L 61
Over 2.556
Goals scored277

Away Record: Morecambe

W 229D 196L 302
Over 2.550
Goals scored890

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026