Bradford City v Doncaster Rovers Match Preview


by Rich Colby

Rovers face the short trip to West Yorkshire on Saturday afternoon to face mid-table Bradford City at Valley Parade (now formally known as the Coral Windows Stadium).

Paul Dickov will be desperate for a turn in fortune as many of the Rovers faithful still have him under incredible pressure.  Two astute loan signings in the last ten days suggest that he has the boards full backing, so its up to the fans to try and accept that and give the team their full support.

Centre back Andy Butler proved a vital acquisition at the back last week against MK Dons in what was a much better performance from the squad as a whole.  And that stability in the back line will look to be continued again at Valley Parade as we welcome back goalkeeper Sam Johnstone on loan.  The Manchester United shot stopper showed to many Rovers fans last season his clear ability between the sticks.  He will look to put in the same kind of performances in his second loan spell.

In other team news, Rovers could potentially have captain Jamie Coppinger back after he missed last weeks game.  Rob Jones remains sidelined, and goalkeeper Jed Steer has returned to Aston Villa after his successful loan spell at the Keepmoat.

The Bantams currently occupy 12th spot in League One.  Manager Phil Parkinson will be another man watching from the sidelines in hope of a turn in fortune.  Bradford have only won twice in their last ten league games.  The recent acquisition of John Stead will be a boost for them.  Stead has always seemed to like scoring a goal against Rovers, and he will be the one to watch.

This is a vital game for both sides who will be trying to turn recent poor form around.  Lets hope it’s the reds of Doncaster who will be having a happy Saturday evening.

Come on you reds!

Overall record Vs Bradford:   P 75/W 23/D 23/L 29

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