Excitement builds for the 22.08.2026 match in the England League Two between Rochdale and Crawley Town. Each team brings a strong lineup and a solid track record, making predictions tough but exciting. We've delved into the tactics, form, and key matchups to watch. Read through our detailed prediction and get ready to place a knowledgeable bet!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | Chesterfield | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0/1 | 0 |
| 18 | Crawley Town | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0/1 | 0 |
| 19 | Exeter City | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0/1 | 0 |
| 22 | Shrewsbury | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0/2 | 0 |
| 23 | Rochdale | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0/3 | 0 |
| 24 | Gillingham | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0/3 | 0 |
Key Player Statistics: Rochdale vs Crawley Town
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x 9 x 11Rochdale vs Crawley Town Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | Crawley Town | Rochdale | 25.03.2023 | 2-0 |
| League Two | Rochdale | Crawley Town | 27.08.2022 | 1-1 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Rochdale | 26.03.2022 | 1-0 |
| League Two | Rochdale | Crawley Town | 09.10.2021 | 0-1 |
| League One | Rochdale | Crawley Town | 17.01.2015 | 4-1 |
| League One | Crawley Town | Rochdale | 06.09.2014 | 0-4 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | Newport County | Rochdale | 15.08.2026 | 3-0 |
| League Cup | Bradford | Rochdale | 08.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| League Cup | Tranmere | Rochdale | 01.08.2026 | 2-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Rochdale | FC Halifax Town | 28.07.2026 | 2-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Rochdale | Farnham Town | 25.07.2026 | 2-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Rochdale | Al-Rayyan SC | 19.07.2026 | 3-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | United of Manchester | Rochdale | 14.07.2026 | 2-0 |
| National League | Boreham Wood | Rochdale | 10.05.2026 | 2-2 |
| National League | Rochdale | Scunthorpe | 03.05.2026 | 2-1 |
| National League | Rochdale | York | 25.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | Crawley Town | Crewe | 15.08.2026 | 0-1 |
| League Cup | Watford | Crawley Town | 08.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| League Cup | York | Crawley Town | 03.08.2026 | 0-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Crawley Town | Reading | 31.07.2026 | 0-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Oxford United | Crawley Town | 28.07.2026 | 3-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Eastleigh | Crawley Town | 25.07.2026 | 0-1 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Salford City | 02.05.2026 | 0-0 |
| League Two | Accrington ST | Crawley Town | 25.04.2026 | 3-3 |
| League Two | Crawley Town | Shrewsbury | 18.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| League Two | Bristol Rovers | Crawley Town | 11.04.2026 | 3-1 |
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Rochdale vs Crawley Town
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Rochdale vs Crawley Town
Rochdale are back in League Two. Let that sink in. After spending last season in the National League, they've fought their way back to the Football League — and now they face an immediate reality check against Crawley Town at Spotland.
Neither side opened their account with a win. Rochdale were beaten 3-0 by Newport County on the opening day. Crawley lost 1-0 at home to Crewe. Two clubs carrying early wounds, but with very different histories behind them.
Here's what you need to watch for — the head-to-head record tells a fascinating story. Crawley have won three of the last four meetings between these sides in League Two. They beat Rochdale 2-0 in March 2023 and 1-0 in March 2022. That's a pattern worth taking seriously, no matter what the bookmakers say.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Rochdale having home advantage. Yes, they're priced at 1.90, making them favourites. But their pre-season form was shaky at best — losses to FC Halifax Town and United of Manchester, draws with lower-level opposition. This is a side still finding its feet at a higher level.
Crawley, meanwhile, were a mid-table League Two outfit last season. That experience gap is real. They know what it takes to survive in this division. Rochdale are essentially relearning it from scratch.
One surprising insight that stands out — Crawley's disciplinary profile could actually work in their favour here. C. Barker and J. Williams are both physical presences with significant card counts across the season. Against a Rochdale side lacking confidence, that aggression could unsettle the hosts early. Watch for Crawley to set a physical tone from the first whistle.
The 3.85 on Crawley looks like genuine value to me. I'd also look seriously at the draw at 3.50, given how open and nervy both teams appear right now. Both sides have struggled to score — Rochdale shipped three goals while netting none, Crawley failed to find the net against Crewe. Under 2.5 goals feels like a smart market to consider.
My bold prediction — Crawley nick it 1-0, with their greater League Two experience proving the decisive factor. A scrappy, tense affair with the away side grabbing a goal against the run of play.
Two clubs with a point to prove. One desperate to show they belong back here. The other desperate to prove last season wasn't a fluke. Saturday can't come soon enough.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H. Gilmour | England | 27 | Midfielder | 180 | 62 |
| L. Hannant | England | 32 | Midfielder | 180 | 67 |
| E. Dieseruvwe | England | 32 | Attacker | 195 | 72 |
| D. Rodney | England | 28 | Attacker | 178 | 69 |
| R. East | England | 28 | Midfielder | 176 | n/a |
| E. Ebanks-Landell | England | 33 | Defender | 188 | 88 |
| O. Adebayo-Rowling | England | 29 | Defender | 184 | 68 |
| E. Francis | England | 26 | Midfielder | 182 | 75 |
| S. Sherring | England | 26 | Defender | 188 | 78 |
| C. Hayes | Republic of Ireland | 23 | Midfielder | 170 | 73 |
| Sam William John Waller | England | 22 | Goalkeeper | ||
| D. Brown | England | 20 | Attacker | 182 | 83 |
| Z. Silcott-Duberry | England | 21 | Attacker | 183 cm | 73 kg |
| D. Moss | England | 25 | Defender | 187 | 60 |
| Kaiden Wilson | England | 20 | Defender | 191 | 80 |
| B. Bilongo | England | 24 | Defender | 180 | n/a |
| C. Pettit | England | 23 | Midfielder | 181 | 63 |
| Nils Ramming | Sweden | 19 | Goalkeeper | 190 | 80 |
| T. Bradley | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| J. Spaven | n/a | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Williams | England | 25 | Defender | 188 | 75 |
| V. Mannone | Italy | 38 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 77 |
| P. Farquharson | England | 29 | Defender | 191 | 93 |
| K. Gordon | England | 28 | Defender | 179 | 76 |
| D. Orsi | England | 30 | Attacker | 188 | 73 |
| A. Odimayo | England | 26 | Defender | 183 | 75 |
| S. Duke-McKenna | Guyana | 26 | Midfielder | 170 | 65 |
| L. Watson | Republic of Ireland | 25 | Midfielder | 180 | n/a |
| J. Fourcroy | France | 34 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| C. Barker | England | 23 | Defender | 180 | 74 |
| J. Arthurs | England | 25 | Midfielder | 175 | n/a |
| A. Adeyemo | England | 24 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Jackson Izquierdo | England | 21 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| M. Ebiowei | England | 22 | Midfielder | 185 cm | 80 kg |
| J. Russell | Northern Ireland | 21 | Defender | 185 cm | n/a |
| Osman Kamara | England | 20 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Pele Arganese-McDermott | England | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Nathan Tinsdale | England | 21 | Midfielder | 178 | 66 |
| P. Aderoju | England | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| G. Di Biase | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
Rochdale vs Crawley Town match odds
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