Peterborough United vs Rotherham United predictions, Mar 17, 2026

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As Peterborough United gear up to face Rotherham United at home on March 17, 2026, both teams are in search of a much-needed boost. Peterborough, having secured just 1 win in their last 5 matches, will look to leverage home advantage and improve their fortunes in front of their supporters. Rotherham, with a similar record, also managed only 1 win in the same period, reflecting both teams’ struggles to maintain consistency.

Peterborough has often relied on their attacking play, but inconsistency has hindered their goal-scoring ability. In contrast, Rotherham typically adopts a more robust defensive approach, aiming to frustrate opponents and capitalize on counter-attacks. With bookmaker odds favoring Peterborough at 1.89 for a home win, indications point towards a tight contest.

Our predictive model suggests a 43.5% probability of a home victory, while Rotherham’s chances sit at 28.7% for an away win, highlighting the competitive nature of this matchup. As both teams navigate through challenging phases, this clash promises to be a vital encounter for boosting morale and league standing. Ultimately, the outcome remains uncertain, and both sides will need to deliver a sharp performance to secure points.

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Peterborough 48.4%

Draw 25.8%

Rotherham 25.8%

Outrights of English League One Peterborough: 0.02%

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	1.89	3.55	3.55	Watch and Bet

Latest Results

28.02.26 Northampton Town – Peterborough United – 1:1 21.02.26 Peterborough United – Exeter City – 3:3 17.02.26 Barnsley FC – Peterborough United – 2:1 14.02.26 Bradford City – Peterborough United – 2:0 10.02.26 Mansfield Town – Peterborough United – 1:2

07.03.26 Huddersfield Town – Rotherham United – 1:0 03.03.26 Rotherham United – Mansfield Town – 0:0 28.02.26 Rotherham United – Plymouth Argyle – 1:0 24.02.26 Bradford City – Rotherham United – 1:0 21.02.26 Rotherham United – Doncaster Rovers – 1:2

Facts

This match features a clash between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 14 and 22 in the zone Relegation ~ League Two).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Peterborough won 2.

Recent performances by Peterborough have been up and down (last 5 games: 1 wins).

Rotherham is going through a rough patch (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Peterborough may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

Recently, Peterborough has had a series of away games.

Peterborough is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.

In the last 9 head-to-head matches, Peterborough won 4 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 12:13. (average 1.3:1.4).

Including home matches between the teams, Peterborough won 2 matches, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 7:6. (average 1.8:1.5).

Latest Head To Head

01.01.26 Rotherham United – Peterborough United – 0:2 03.05.25 Rotherham United – Peterborough United – 2:1 12.10.24 Peterborough United – Rotherham United – 3:3 25.01.20 Peterborough United – Rotherham United – 2:1 29.12.19 Rotherham United – Peterborough United – 4:0

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Lincoln	36	23	8	5	66:31	35	77
2	Cardiff	36	22	7	7	69:39	30	73
3	Bolton	36	17	13	6	53:36	17	64
4	Bradford City	36	19	7	10	47:39	8	64
5	Stockport County	34	16	8	10	47:43	4	56
6	Huddersfield	36	16	7	13	56:46	10	55
7	Reading	36	14	12	10	53:47	6	54
8	Stevenage	35	15	9	11	39:37	2	54
9	Wycombe	36	14	11	11	52:39	13	53
10	Plymouth	36	16	4	16	54:51	3	52
11	AFC Wimbledon	35	14	7	14	46:49	-3	49
12	Luton	36	13	9	14	46:45	1	48
13	Barnsley	34	13	9	12	56:56	0	48
14	Peterborough	35	14	4	17	50:49	1	46
15	Mansfield	34	11	11	12	40:37	3	44
16	Exeter	36	11	9	16	40:43	-3	42
17	Burton	36	10	10	16	39:51	-12	40
18	Doncaster	35	11	7	17	38:58	-20	40
19	Leyton Orient	35	11	6	18	47:59	-12	39
20	Wigan	35	9	11	15	36:50	-14	38
21	Blackpool	36	10	8	18	42:59	-17	38
22	Rotherham	35	9	8	18	33:48	-15	35
23	Northampton	36	9	8	19	31:48	-17	35
24	Port Vale	33	6	9	18	26:46	-20	27

English League One Outrights

1. Lincoln City: 1.35 (67.45%)

2. Cardiff: 3 (30.35%)

3. Bolton: 91 (1%)

4. Bradford City: 176 (0.52%)

5. Stockport County: 351 (0.26%)

6. Huddersfield: 1001 (0.09%)

7. Plymouth: 1501 (0.06%)

8. Wycombe: 1501 (0.06%)

9. Reading: 1501 (0.06%)

10. Stevenage: 2501 (0.04%)

11. Barnsley: 3001 (0.03%)

12. Peterborough: 4501 (0.02%)

13. Mansfield: 4501 (0.02%)

14. Luton: 4501 (0.02%)

15. AFC Wimbledon: 4501 (0.02%)

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