The upcoming England League Two match on 12.09.2026 features a thrilling face-off between Rotherham and Salford City. As these closely matched teams prepare to battle it out, every football fan is keen to see the outcome. Dive into our comprehensive analysis where we explore the recent forms of Rotherham and Salford City, highlighting key players, and dissecting past match-ups. Get all the insights on yellow and red cards, player statistics, and more. Be sure to check our prediction and consider placing your bet on Rotherham or Salford City!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Northampton | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3/3 | 6 |
| 15 | Salford City | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4/6 | 6 |
| 16 | Exeter City | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4/4 | 5 |
| 17 | Chesterfield | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6/7 | 5 |
| 18 | Rotherham | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6/7 | 5 |
| 19 | Accrington ST | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 9/11 | 5 |
Rotherham vs Salford City Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EFL Trophy | Salford City | Rotherham | 02.12.2025 | 2-7 |
| League Cup | Salford City | Rotherham | 12.08.2025 | 0-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Salford City | Rotherham | 13.07.2022 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Salford City | Rotherham | 13.07.2022 | 1-1 |
| League Cup | Salford City | Rotherham | 05.09.2020 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | Bristol Rovers | Rotherham | 05.09.2026 | 1-0 |
| League Two | Tranmere | Rotherham | 01.09.2026 | 2-2 |
| League Two | Rotherham | Chesterfield | 29.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| League Two | Rotherham | York | 22.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| League Two | Cheltenham | Rotherham | 15.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| League Cup | Rotherham | West Brom | 08.08.2026 | 1-4 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Rotherham | Derby | 04.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Darlington 1883 | Rotherham | 28.07.2026 | 0-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Rotherham | Sheffield Utd | 25.07.2026 | 0-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Alfreton Town | Rotherham | 21.07.2026 | 0-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League Two | Salford City | Port Vale | 05.09.2026 | 1-0 |
| League Two | Salford City | Newport County | 01.09.2026 | 2-1 |
| League Two | Shrewsbury | Salford City | 29.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| League Two | Salford City | Chesterfield | 22.08.2026 | 0-1 |
| League Two | Barnet | Salford City | 15.08.2026 | 3-1 |
| League Cup | Salford City | Shrewsbury | 08.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Salford City | Bradford | 01.08.2026 | 2-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Carlisle | Salford City | 28.07.2026 | 0-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Salford City | Dundee Utd | 25.07.2026 | 3-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | United of Manchester | Salford City | 18.07.2026 | 1-4 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Rotherham VS Salford City
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Rotherham vs Salford City
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Rotherham vs Salford City
There's something fascinating about watching fallen giants rebuild. Rotherham, once a Championship club not so long ago, now find themselves grinding through League Two — and this weekend they host Salford City in a mid-table battle that means more than the standings suggest.
Both sides are still finding their feet early in the season. Rotherham sit 18th with five points from five games, while Salford sit just above them in 15th with six points. Tight. Tense. Exactly the kind of game that shapes a season's direction.
Here's what you need to watch for — Rotherham's attacking numbers are actually slightly better than Salford's. The Millers have scored six goals so far, compared to Salford's four. But they've also let in seven, one more than their opponents. That leaky defence is a real concern, and it's something sharp bettors should note when looking at the Both Teams to Score market. Both teams have struggled defensively in these early weeks, and goals feel very much on the cards.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that Salford, as favourites at 2.00, are simply the better team. Their recent form tells a complicated story — they've won just twice in five League Two games, with defeats to Shrewsbury and Barnet already on their record. Rotherham, meanwhile, beat Chesterfield at home and showed real fight in drawing at Tranmere.
The head-to-head adds a genuinely surprising twist. In their EFL Trophy meeting just months ago, Rotherham absolutely demolished Salford 7-2 away from home. Seven goals. That kind of result doesn't happen by accident — it suggests Rotherham have Salford's number in ways the current odds simply don't reflect.
At 3.30, Rotherham represent genuine value here. Home advantage, a monster recent H2H win, and a Salford side that has conceded six goals already this season — all signs point toward backing the hosts. I'd also keep an eye on the Over 2.5 Goals market. With both defences leaking and attacking intent on both sides, a high-scoring game feels very realistic.
My prediction: Rotherham 2-1 Salford City. The Millers take all three points in a scrappy, entertaining encounter that gives their season real momentum.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Nemane | France | 28 | Attacker | 170 | 62 |
| P. Mullin | England | 31 | Attacker | 178 cm | 71 kg |
| J. Rafferty | Republic of Ireland | 32 | Defender | 180 | 75 |
| T. Bradshaw | Wales | 34 | Attacker | 165 | 71 |
| Fábio Tavares | Portugal | 25 | Midfielder | 178 | 70 |
| O. Ashley | England | 26 | Midfielder | 180 | n/a |
| D. Hall | Netherlands | 25 | Defender | 180 cm | 74 kg |
| A. Martha | Netherlands | 23 | Defender | 180 | n/a |
| J. Austerfield | England | 24 | Midfielder | 179 | 57 |
| T. Cann | England | 25 | Goalkeeper | 188 | 77 |
| K. Spence | England | 25 | Midfielder | 178 cm | n/a |
| Brandon Ashley Cover | England | 22 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| K. Ngwenya | Malawi | 23 | Defender | 189 cm | n/a |
| E. Otoo | Scotland | 24 | Defender | 182 cm | 75 kg |
| Marvin Marvellous Kaleta | England | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Sonny Aljofree | England | 21 | Defender | 186 | n/a |
| Jamie Jellis | England | 25 | Midfielder | 174 | |
| L. Agbaire | Scotland | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Jayce Fitzgerald | England | 19 | Midfielder | 179 | 70 |
| J. Eyestone | USA | 20 | Goalkeeper | 198 | 97 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B. Woodburn | Wales | 26 | Midfielder | 174 | 72 |
| W. Aimson | England | 32 | Defender | 179 | 70 |
| J. Grant | England | 31 | Midfielder | 175 | 73 |
| J. Powell | England | 27 | Midfielder | 178 | 68 |
| B. Sarpong-Wiredu | England | 26 | Midfielder | 191 | 70 |
| L. Molyneux | England | 28 | Midfielder | 180 | 74 |
| E. Bonds | Guyana | 26 | Midfielder | 179 | 66 |
| W. Norris | England | 33 | Goalkeeper | 195 | 74 |
| M. Butcher | England | 29 | Midfielder | 188 | 83 |
| B. Cooper | Wales | 26 | Defender | 185 | 74 |
| O. Turton | England | 33 | Defender | 180 | 75 |
| L. Garbutt | England | 33 | Defender | 180 | 73 |
| R. Graydon | Republic of Ireland | 27 | Attacker | 188 | 78 |
| D. Udoh | Nigeria | 30 | Attacker | 183 | 83 |
| M. Langstaff | England | 29 | Attacker | 179 | 78 |
| T. Allen | England | 26 | Defender | 185 cm | 72 kg |
| J. Austerfield | England | 24 | Midfielder | 179 | 57 |
| A. Odoh | England | 26 | Attacker | 168 | n/a |
| S. Long | Scotland | 23 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| A. Oluwo | England | 26 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
Rotherham vs Salford City match odds
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