Cheltenham vs Rotherham Predictions, Betting Tips and Match Previews

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Whaddon Road

Cheltenham

Rotherham

Under 2.5 Match Goals

Reason for tip

A cagey contest looks likely when Cheltenham host relegated Rotherham. Three of Rotherham’s final four League One games last season finished with under 2.5 goals, while Cheltenham ended their campaign in poor form, losing their final two home matches. Neither side enters the new season with much attacking momentum, and previous meetings also point towards a tight encounter. With both teams looking to make a solid start, backing fewer than three goals appeals.

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Cheltenham 1-0

Reason for tip

Cheltenham may be able to edge a low-scoring contest on home soil. At least one team has failed to score in three of the last four League Two meetings between these sides, while five of Cheltenham’s 14 victories last season came by a 1-0 scoreline. Rotherham are adjusting to life following relegation and may take time to find their feet, so a single goal could be enough to settle this opener.

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Goals could be scarce at Whaddon Road

Goals could be at a premium when Cheltenham take on Rotherham at Whaddon Road on Saturday, and under 2.5 goals looks the best bet. Three of Rotherham’s final four League One games last season went under 2.5 goals.

Cheltenham finished 18th in League Two last season with 52 points, winning 14 games and losing 22. Rotherham were relegated from League One.

Cheltenham have not won in three League Two games and have lost two home games in a row. Rotherham were 1-0 winners over Plymouth in their last League Two away game in April 2013.

A narrow 1-0 victory for Cheltenham looks the most likely outcome in the correct-score market. At least one of the sides has failed to score in three of the last four League Two head-to-heads and five of Cheltenham’s 14 wins last season were by a 1-0 scoreline.