History of the Rotherham United v Shrewsbury Town fixture
Rotherham United prepare to entertain Shrewsbury Town at Don Valley Stadium on Saturday afternoon, and hold the advantage on previous meetings between the two. Of the 27 games played, Millers have recorded 11 wins, and Shrewsbury Town have come away with 10 victories.
The most recent encounter between these two sides at Don Valley was back in March, as the visitors ran out cosy 3-1 winners in a League Two match.
Recent encounters between the teams
| Season | Date | Team | Result | Team | Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010/2011 | Tue 29 Mar | Rotherham U. | 1-3 | Shrewsbury Tn. | League Two |
| 2010/2011 | Sat 04 Sep | Shrewsbury Tn. | 1 - 0 | Rotherham U. | League Two |
| 2009/2010 | Mon 22 Feb | Rotherham U. | 1 - 1 | Shrewsbury Tn. | League Two |
| 2009/2010 | Tue 01 Dec | Shrewsbury Tn. | 2 - 0 | Rotherham U. | League Two |
| 2008/2009 | Sat 18 Apr | Rotherham U. | 1 - 2 | Shrewsbury Tn. | League Two |
| 2008/2009 | Sat 06 Dec | Shrewsbury Tn. | 1 - 0 | Rotherham U. | League Two |
| 2007/2008 | Sat 08 Mar | Shrewsbury Tn. | 1 - 1 | Rotherham U. | League Two |
For a detailed analysis of the complete head-to-head record between the two sides, click here
Recent respective form guides
Rotherham United have managed to pick up just two wins from their last six home games, losing three, The Millers have scored 9 goals in these games, but conceded an alarming 10.
Shrewsbury have an average recent record on the road, winning 2 of the last six, but losing the other 4. While the Shrews have hit 6 goals, 11 have hit the back of the wrong net.
Current overall team form
| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotherham United | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 17 | 1 |
| Shrewsbury Town | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 12 | 9 |
For a detailed analysis of current team form guides in this or any division, click here
Team News
Millers boss Andy Scott will hand Jon Harley his home debut in place of Tom Newey, whilst fellow loanee Guy Branston misses out through suspension as he starts a three game ban.
Mark Bradley and Ryan Cresswell are long term absentees.
Shrews boss Graham Turner has ex-Miller Ian Sharps available after a calf injury and he could partner Shane Cansdell-Sheriff at the back who has also returned to fitness. Reuben Hazell is set to miss out for the rest of the season after seeing a specialist.
Top scorer Marvin Morgan will lead the visitors attack.
Sequence statistics
| Team | Sequences |
|---|---|
| Rotherham United | Been beaten in each of their previous 3 home matches. Failed to win in previous 3 home matches. Latest 5 games ended in defeat. Not won in the 7 most recent games. |
| Shrewsbury Town | Lost each of the previous 3 away matches. Not won in previous 3 away matches. Last drawn game 15 outings ago. |
For a detailed analysis of current team sequences throughout the leagues, click here